Fault Finding

Darebin Electrical’s experienced electricians are here to assist with fault finding in your home.

Fault Finding

Our dedicated technicians are committed to assisting customers in service work and finding faults associated within your home.

For all electrical faults and urgent electrical matters please give us a call on (03) 9463 1555

Alternatively press the “Book Now” button to schedule a time for an electrician to attend your home.

Fault Finding Includes:

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  1. Switchboard Faults: Our qualified electricians will attend site to fix your problems with your switchboard.
  2. Power Outage Solutions: Our experts diagnose and resolve power outages swiftly to minimise disruption to your home.
  3. Circuit Breaker Troubleshooting: We identify and repair issues causing circuit breakers to trip, ensuring uninterrupted power supply.
  4. Smoke Alarm Services: Stop those beeping smoke alarms by allowing us to install, replace, or service your smoke detectors for reliable fire protection.
  5. Electric Hot Water Repairs: We specialise in repairing electric hot water systems to restore your access to consistent, hot water.
  6. Surge Protection: Safeguard your electronics from electrical surges with our surge protection solutions, preventing damage and data loss.
  7. Appliance Repairs: Our skilled technicians diagnose and repair faulty appliances, extending their lifespan and preventing unnecessary replacements.
  8. Wiring Upgrades: Modernise your home with wiring upgrades to improve safety and accommodate today’s electrical demands.

Emergency Electrician

When you encounter an urgent electrical problem, such as power outages, tripping breakers, or any situation leaving you without power, don’t hesitate. We’re here to assist you promptly.

Just dial (03) 9463 1555, and our experienced team will spring into action to attend to your issue as fast as possible. Your safety and peace of mind are our top priorities, and we’re always ready to provide immediate assistance to restore power and resolve any electrical emergency you may face.

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Locations We Serve In Melbourne

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Testimonials

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Green Frogs
03:48 02 Oct 25
I had a heat pump hot water system installed. They came out and actually quoted, after looking at the job which a couple of other companies wouldn't do because I needed the hot water move to a new location. They came, and completed the work without any issues. Something that I thought was going to be complicated. It was quick and easy.

Edited because I can't spell.
Response from the owner 05:54 02 Oct 25
Hi, Green. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!
Victor Melder
06:20 01 Oct 25
Great Service, tradesmen always on time and know what they
are doing. I recommend them.
Response from the owner 08:26 01 Oct 25
Hi, Victor. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you for the review!
Doreen Rowe
05:40 01 Oct 25
Thanks for sending Shannon to find the problem with my ducted heating. He’s a very friendly guy and got the job done. System running perfectly again.
Response from the owner 07:46 01 Oct 25
Hi, Doreen. Thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it!
Rob Stanley-Turner
01:14 01 Oct 25
The team a Darebin Trade Services were just great, I have had them maintaining my cooling systems for over a decade now and the day came to replace it and they were on time and installed the new box in no time..Also a special thank you to the office team who alway know when i ring from my number identification and can easily handle my forever changing appointment times, thanks DTS office gals as well..Rob
Response from the owner 03:20 01 Oct 25
Hi, Rob. We are thrilled to learn that you had a positive experience with us!
Kelly Keane
06:22 22 Sep 25
Available the next day to check out my faulty heater, pity for me the news wasn't so good, but no issues with the service provided.
Response from the owner 08:28 22 Sep 25
Hi, Kelly. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!
zaldy parian
00:21 22 Sep 25
The installation went well, from the unit, plumbing, and electrical stuff. Although the job was scheduled at 8AM, then moved to 9AM due to company meeting. But the guys actually arrived 10:42AM. The installation took +5hours to complete. The Reclaim Heat Pump is very quiet, it is barely making a sound. As it is just a couple of days since installation, it's too soon to give the heat pump a complete review. But I recommend Darebin Trade Service.
Response from the owner 02:27 22 Sep 25
Hi, Zaldy. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you for the review!
Ian Slinger
07:15 19 Sep 25
Nick gave us advice and a detailed quote on the specific devices I asked for. They arrived on time and kept me in the loop as they were working to make sure the heat pump and aircons were where we wanted them and would look tidy. All the tradies were polite and helpful.

Can't really ask for much more.
Response from the owner 09:21 19 Sep 25
Hi, Ian. We appreciate the kind words and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!
Robert Poyntz
01:56 16 Sep 25
Response from the owner 04:02 16 Sep 25
Hi, Robert. We appreciate the rating, and are glad we could provide you with a positive experience!
john c
23:57 11 Sep 25
Professional install, very tidy install with proper insulation and follows the Australian standards / requirements.
Response from the owner 00:24 12 Sep 25
Hi, John. Thanks for taking the time to share your positive experience. We truly appreciate it!
Solomon Michael
01:14 07 Jul 25
Excellent service.
Bridget Block
04:44 03 Jul 25
Very happy with the gas heater service by Kyle. Very professional from the confirmation texts, prompt arrival to the efficient service. Highly recommend
Geoff Fox
23:37 02 Jul 25
Provided great service and advice, as well as helping out with rebates. Slight connection issue with leak discovered but sorted quickly. Happy with service & Shaun was great help
Glenda Rowe
21:47 02 Jul 25
We’ve always used Darebin Gas as they’re 100% trustworthy and have lovely people on reception when you call and speak to a real person, not be left on hold as others seem to do! Their tradesman - in this case Cooper was excellent arriving on time within the timeframe given and replaced our old hot water service with a new one which we are very happy with!! A lovely young man indeed!!
Glenn McConnell
10:29 01 Jul 25
Arrived on time and gave good advice
Gill Cross
00:56 30 Jun 25
ollecraMM
00:54 27 Jun 25
Kyle was very helpful in explaining what the problem was and fixed it in a very short time.
Once again thank you for yor service
Lynne A
05:22 26 Jun 25
Great quality of work, thank you
Joe Annetta
03:15 26 Jun 25
Good service as problem quickly identified and resolved
Frank Ledda
03:59 06 Feb 25
Judy Quinn
02:37 06 Feb 25
Excellent efficient service
Elbert van Putten
03:51 05 Feb 25
Very pleasant experience from Nick coming out to give us a quote for a new evaporative cooling unit, up to the installation.
The install guys did a very good job, and they also took the old evap unit with them.
David Kendall
03:36 05 Feb 25
Great Company to notify if works are needed for you. Very happy with their service and work. Great Staff and HIGHLY Recommend.
Aimee Smith
21:18 31 Jan 25
Worth a review!!! Could not recommend these guys more. We were having issues with our evaporative cooling needing a service in the peak of summer with a young baby at home. Being none the wiser we called out someone from Mr Emergency (incredibly silly idea) who didn’t even get on the roof to inspect the unit and quoted us $15k for a full replacement, giving us the hard sell on the spot and trying to say that if we don’t replace we’re essentially poisoning ourselves everytime we use the unit? I’m sorry what?? THANKFULLY we found Darebin who were able to come much quicker than expected, two guys on the roof within minutes of turning up. So thorough, didn’t muck around, quickly diagnosed that we needed a single part replaced and charged us $795 for call out, parts and labour!!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR EFFICIENT WORK, you have saved us from being scammed! We will be returning customers for sure.
Christine Spits
05:56 13 Jan 25
We had a great experience with Darebin Trade Services. They were very informative and were competitive with price, but without sacrificing quality of workmanship or customer service. After being without hot water for a week we were so happy they were able to squeeze us in quickly. Thanks guys!
TDS
03:16 13 Jan 25
Had a great experience with Darebin Trade Services. From their arrival I knew we were in good hands. Tom and Pat asked us and explained everything we needed to know and the split system came up a treat. Would highly recommend Darebin Trade services if you want a split system installed professionally.
Paul T
04:23 12 Nov 24
I want to give a huge shout-out to Darebin Trade Services (also known as Darebin Hot Water) for their exceptional service. They offered the best price for the hot water unit, including installation and the removal of my old system. The installers were punctual, efficient, and left everything spotless. I was particularly impressed by their attention to detail and the quality of their work—it was truly top-notch. It felt like they genuinely cared about doing a great job, and that made all the difference. Highly recommend them!
Al
01:15 12 Nov 24
The perfect company to deal with. The lovely lady who took my call went out of her way to assist me, ringing back as promised and booking me in at a suitable time. She's a huge asset to the company, I just wish I remembered her name! 🙄
The service man was punctual, efficient and honest, a stellar service. I'll be recommending them to all who need the services they offer.
Fulton Mitchell
06:23 27 Oct 23
John Yoon
06:21 27 Oct 23
I've requested a service call about Braemar heater warranty. The service engineer came the next day, 20 minutes of work and voila, everything works, under warranty. Very professional, fast, nice and polite. I suppose, this is how service industry should look like 🙂
Lyn Emmerson
05:44 27 Oct 23
Evaporative cooling system service.
Excellent communication …. professional serviceman on time and courteous.
Annis Anderson
02:21 27 Oct 23
Craig Halloran
01:27 26 Oct 23
Great , fast service and reasonably priced
Ritesh Patel
22:54 15 Oct 23
Dave who came ontime and troubleshooted issue quickly and efficiently. He guided me and advised how Evaporate Cooler works and gives some useful tips. He also checked outside to ensure it installed correctly . Highly recommended for their quick and efficient service. Thank you Dave
Monique Crow
21:55 30 Sep 23
Highly recommend.
Very helpful with explaining my options, assisting with the government rebate process and was prompt at booking in a time to come and complete the work.

On the day of install, they turned up on time, and completed everything within expected time.
Lucy Broadbent
07:44 20 Sep 23
Easy to deal with, good communication. Got the cooler fixed pretty quickly and similarly the service of the heater. Only thing I would have liked, was for the attendant to take off his shoes when inside my home. I have a crawling toddler so very conscious of keeping my floors clean.
Deborah Jarraw
09:19 14 Sep 23
Really excellent service. I use them for all my evaporative cooling servicing and warranty repairs (I'm still under the 7 year warranty). Initially had an appointment for next week, but they called me back and managed to fit me in to a next day service. The serviceman was also really professional, friendly and knowledgeable.
Mirella Scalise
03:47 14 Aug 23
After Contacting Darebin gas for a heater issue via email, I received a very prompt and professional response via phone first thing Monday morning. They were able to help with a quick appointment time and explanation of fees etc.
The technician was able to give all the necessary information to assist with our problem, and although we chose not to have them repair it on the day( we chose to reach to manufacturer as a good will warranty repair ) Nick was very helpful to the situation. Thank you for the great service. We will highly recommended your company.
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Why Us

Our electrical department at Darebin Trade Services was established in 2021, with a clear vision to provide superior electrical solutions to residential clients. Although we may be relatively new in the electrical domain, we have quickly established ourselves as a trusted and dependable service provider.

Our team of professionals brings together a wealth of knowledge and expertise from diverse backgrounds within the industry, allowing us to offer efficient and reliable services in electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs.

We take pride in our commitment to precision and ensure that every project we undertake is carried out with meticulous attention to detail, setting a high standard for excellence in electrical services within Melbourne.

Fault Finding FAQ

Discover Solutions to Your Fault Finding Inquiries Right at Your Fingertips

Electrical fault finding is the process of identifying and diagnosing problems or faults in electrical systems to determine the cause of malfunctions.
Prioritise safety by turning off power, staying clear of hazardous areas, and ensuring that all occupants are aware of the emergency. If a fire occurs, use a fire extinguisher if safe to do so, and evacuate the premises.
Common signs include power outages, flickering lights, circuit breakers frequently tripping, sparking outlets, burning odors, and any other unexplained electrical issues.
If you suspect an electrical fault, turn off power to the affected area, unplug any devices connected to the circuit, and contact a licensed electrician for a professional assessment.
Electricians use a systematic approach to isolate and identify the source of the problem, which may involve visual inspections, testing, and diagnostic tools.
Common causes include wiring issues, circuit overloads, loose connections, damaged outlets or switches, faulty appliances, and age-related wear and tear on electrical components.
It is not safe to use electrical appliances or outlets if you suspect an electrical fault. Continuing to use them can pose a fire or shock hazard. Disconnect the affected area from the power supply until the issue is resolved.
Yes, electrical faults can lead to electrical fires if left unaddressed. It's crucial to address faults promptly to minimize fire risks.
The duration of fault finding and repair depends on the complexity of the issue. Some faults can be resolved quickly, while others may require more time for investigation and repairs.
The cost varies depending on the nature and complexity of the fault. We can provide estimates after diagnosing the issue.