Thunderman Electrical and Air Conditioning Services · REC 28523
When the power can't wait.
Lost power? Burning smell? Safety switch that won't stay on? Don't sit there guessing. Yiannis diagnoses the fault, makes it safe, and gets to you as fast as he can. And if it's the middle of the night, Volt, the chat on this site, can talk you through what's safe to do and get you booked straight in.
Quick answer
Thunderman Electrical and Air Conditioning Services is a licensed emergency electrician across Greater Melbourne for no power, partial power, tripping safety switches, burning smells and electrical faults, all made safe to the AS/NZS 3000 standard (REC 28523). It is owner-operated by Yiannis Knodarites, who gets to call-outs as fast as he can. Call 0434 254 474.
Emergency? Start here
What's happening right now?
If life or property is in danger, call 000 first.
Key facts
| Service | Emergency & general electrical |
|---|---|
| Scope | No power, faults, safety switches, switchboard repairs |
| Availability | Prompt call-outs · Volt chat 24/7 |
| Certification | REC 28523 |
| Area | Greater Melbourne & surrounds |
| Phone | 0434 254 474 |
Emergency & general electrical
- No power / partial power faults
- Safety switch & circuit faults
- Fault-finding & diagnostics
- Power restoration
- Switchboard repairs
- General electrical repairs
Fast, safe, local.
Licensed on every call-out
REC 28523, faults made safe to AS/NZS 3000.
Answered any hour
Volt, our chat assistant, is on 24/7. Yiannis isn't a 24/7 crew, but you'll never sit there wondering if anyone's there.
Prompt when he's on
Emergency faults get priority across Greater Melbourne.
Every job is carried out by a licensed Registered Electrical Contractor (REC 28523) to the AS/NZS 3000 wiring rules. Under Energy Safe Victoria and Victorian Building Authority requirements, fixed electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician and certified — Thunderman issues a Certificate of Electrical Safety on completion, and is fully insured.
Common questions
Is there a 24/7 emergency electrician near me in Melbourne?
Volt, the chat assistant on this site, is on 24/7, so you can get safety advice or book in at any hour. Yiannis is a solo electrician rather than a 24/7 crew, so he gets to emergency call-outs across Greater Melbourne as fast as he can instead of promising a set time. If something is dangerous right now, call 0434 254 474.
My safety switch keeps tripping — who do I call?
First, the good news: a safety switch that trips is doing its job. It has found a fault and cut the power, and flicking it back on over and over just hides the problem. Call Thunderman on 0434 254 474. Yiannis traces what is actually tripping it and fixes that, rather than leave you resetting it.
What should I do if I smell burning from the switchboard?
Switch off at the mains if it is safe to do so, keep clear, and call 0434 254 474 straight away. Do not attempt a DIY repair.
Do you respond to power outages across Melbourne?
Yes. Thunderman diagnoses and restores no-power and partial-power faults across Greater Melbourne. If the whole street is out, it may be a network outage, and Yiannis can help you tell the difference.
How much does an emergency electrician cost?
It depends on the fault and what it takes to make safe and repair, so Thunderman never guesses a final figure. Yiannis assesses it and is upfront before any work. Call 0434 254 474.
What Melbourne says
4.9 ★ · 53 verified reviews
“I have used Yiannis from Thunderman Electrical services now for the last 4 years and he is a very understanding man and cannot do enough for you, no matter what job you give, he will always explain to you what he is going to do it and how he is going to do it.”
“Thunderman Services was superb. Yiannis is a reliable, punctual, respectful and honest person. Best part …he's not expensive. An excellent electrician who knows his stuff. Would highly recommend!”
“Yiannis on behalf of Oz Warm Home Appliances came to hook up my new AC unit. Speedy, efficient and friendly service. I was happy to have a local business and not a big corporate come to complete the works.”
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