What is a Level 2 electrician and why you should use one

If you’ve ever faced a major electrical issue, you know how crucial it is to have a highly-skilled electrician on hand. The process of finding a skilled electrician in itself can be as daunting as the electrical work itself.

Whether it’s: 

• a power outage 
• an urgent upgrade, or 
• ensuring your electrical systems are up to code

a Level 2 electrician bring the level of expertise and training that you need.

But what exactly sets them apart? 

Let’s take a look at what a level 2 electrician is and why you may need them for your next electrical project.

What is a Level 2 electrician?

A Level 2 electrician can handle more complex and high-risk electrical tasks compared to a standard electrician. 

These electricians have undergone further training and certification to work directly with the electrical supply network. This includes tasks involving:

• high-voltage systems, and
• live wires

that need a precise and knowledgeable approach to ensure safety and compliance with strict regulations.

Specialised skills and services

Level 2 electricians in NSW can perform a  variety of specialised services that are crucial for maintaining and upgrading electrical infrastructure. These services include:  

• Connection and Disconnection to the Power Network. They manage the connection and disconnection of properties to the  electricity network. This ensures that these tasks are performed safely and  efficiently
• Metering Services. Installation, repair, and maintenance of metering equipment are tasks for Level 2 electricians. This is vital for accurate energy usage tracking and billing.
• Handling Emergencies. Level 2 electricians can help handle power outages, electrical fires, and other urgent issues that pose significant risks
• Upgrades and Installations. Level 2 electricians can install complex network services like overhead and underground cables. They can also help upgrade old switchboards.

Why use a Level 2 electrician?

There are many benefits of using a Level 2 electrician. This is particularly so when dealing with complex or high-risk electrical systems:

• Safety. Advanced training allows Level 2 electricians to perform their work using high safety standards. This minimises the risk of accidents. And ensuring the longevity of your electrical systems
• Compliance: In Australia, electrical work must follow many State and national standards.  Level 2 electricians are well-versed in these regulations. This helps you avoid legal and safety issues.
• Thanks to their specialised training, Level 2 electricians can diagnose and resolve issues more quickly and effectively. This saves you time and money in the long run.
• Peace of Mind. Knowing that a highly qualified electrician is handling your electrical needs can provide significant peace of mind, especially in high-risk situations.

What services do a Level 2 electrician offer?

We offer our usual electrical work, such as electrical repairs, installations and cabling work.

But being a Level 2 electrician allows us to broaden our range of services. This is because we’re qualified to disconnect and reconnect properties to the power grid. And we can upgrade electrical systems to increase a property’s output to support higher usage.

Here are some of our extra  

• smart meter installations
• point of attachment (POA) repairs
• connecting power to studios and granny flats
• emergency replacement for burnt out barge fuses
• switchboard relocations
• installing private poles
• electrical work on major renovations

Conclusion

Whether you’re: 

• managing a large commercial property
• running a small business, or 
• ensuring the safety of your home

the expertise and experience of a Level 2 electrician is invaluable. Their skills ensure the safety and functionality of your electrical systems.