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Why Melbourne Body Corporates Choose Carlin Co
We Understand Strata Decision-Making
We know that getting electrical work approved in a strata building involves committee discussions, quoting requirements, and sometimes extraordinary general meeting resolutions. We provide clear, itemised quotes that your committee can assess, attend OC meetings to present on larger projects when needed, and break work into stages if budget requires it.
Licensed, Insured, Documented
- Registered Electrical Contractor: REC 25394
- A-Grade Licensed Electrician
- Full public liability and professional indemnity insurance
- Comprehensive Certificates of Electrical Safety issued for all work
- Detailed reports with photos for every maintenance visit
Transparent Pricing for Budget Season
Body corporates plan annual budgets months in advance. We provide fixed-price maintenance programs and detailed quotes for capital works so your committee can budget accurately. No surprise call-out fees, no hidden charges, and all pricing in writing before work begins.
Single Point of Contact
Your strata manager gets a dedicated contact at Carlin Co. No call centres, no being passed between departments. One point of accountability for all electrical work across your building or portfolio of buildings.
Strata Electrical FAQs
How often should emergency lighting be tested in a strata building?
Under AS 2293 and Victorian ESM requirements, emergency lighting should be tested every six months (routine inspection) and annually (full 90-minute discharge test). These results must be documented and included in your Annual Essential Safety Measures Report. We schedule and perform these tests as part of our strata maintenance programs.
Our building’s switchboard has ceramic fuses. Is this a safety risk?
Ceramic fuses don’t provide the same level of protection as modern safety switches (RCDs). While they may still function, they won’t trip quickly enough to prevent electric shock in a fault situation. We recommend upgrading to a modern switchboard with RCD protection on all circuits — this is particularly important in common areas where residents, visitors, and contractors are regularly present.
Can you install EV chargers in our strata car park?
Yes. EV charger installation in strata buildings requires careful planning around load management, metering (so individual owners pay for their own charging), and electrical infrastructure capacity. We assess your building’s existing supply, recommend the right charging solution (single or multiple bays), and handle the installation including any required supply upgrades. See our dedicated EV Charger Installation page for more detail.
How do we get electrical work approved through our owners corporation?
For routine maintenance and minor repairs, most strata managers have delegated authority to engage tradespeople up to a certain value. For larger projects (switchboard upgrades, intercom replacements, EV charger infrastructure), a committee resolution or special resolution at a general meeting is typically required. We provide detailed scope-of-works documents and itemised quotes specifically formatted for committee review and approval.
What areas of Melbourne do you cover for strata work?
We service strata buildings across the Melbourne metropolitan area, including inner-city high-rises, inner-suburban apartment blocks, and outer-suburban multi-unit developments. Our core service areas include Melbourne CBD, South Yarra, Richmond, St Kilda, Carlton, Fitzroy, Brunswick, Port Melbourne, Docklands, and surrounding suburbs.
Do you provide compliance documentation for body corporate records?
Every job generates a Certificate of Electrical Safety (mandatory under Victorian law). For maintenance programs, we additionally provide detailed inspection reports with pass/fail results, photo documentation, and recommended actions — all formatted for inclusion in your building’s compliance records and AESMR documentation.
Service Areas for Strata Electrical Work
We service strata and apartment buildings across Melbourne, including:
- CBD & Docklands — high-rise residential towers, mixed-use developments
- Inner North — Carlton, Fitzroy, Collingwood, Brunswick, Northcote
- Inner South — South Yarra, Prahran, St Kilda, Albert Park, Port Melbourne
- Inner East — Richmond, Hawthorn, Camberwell, Kew, Malvern
- Inner West — Footscray, Seddon, Yarraville, Williamstown, Newport
- South East — Caulfield, Brighton, Bentleigh, Glen Iris
Get Your Strata Building’s Electrical Sorted
Whether you need a one-off repair, an ESM compliance audit, or an ongoing maintenance program for your building portfolio, we’re ready to help.
Request a Strata Quote | Call 0432 632 346 | Email contact@carlinco.com