Frequently Asked Questions — Strata Electrician Hills District
Who does strata electrical work in the Hills District?
Saunders Electrical Group is a licensed strata electrician serving the Hills District and Hawkesbury, backed by 277+ five-star Google reviews. We work with strata managers, owners corporations, body corporates, and lot owners across Castle Hill, Kellyville, Baulkham Hills, Norwest, Rouse Hill, Glenhaven, Dural, Windsor, Richmond, and all surrounding suburbs. NSW Electrical Contractor Licence 344815C. Call 1300 993 560 or email info@saunderselectricalgroup.com.au.
Who is responsible for electrical work in a strata property — the owner or the owners corporation?
In a strata property, responsibility depends on where the electrical infrastructure is located. Common property electrical systems — switchboards, common area lighting, fire safety systems, and infrastructure serving multiple lots — are the responsibility of the owners corporation. Electrical work within an individual lot — power points, lights, ceiling fans, and appliances within the unit boundary — is the responsibility of the lot owner. The boundary between lot and common property is defined in the strata plan. When in doubt, contact your strata manager to confirm responsibility before booking electrical work.
Do I need owners corporation approval for electrical work in my strata unit?
For minor electrical work within your lot — replacing power points, ceiling fans, or downlights — you generally do not need owners corporation approval, though some strata by-laws may require notification. For work that affects common property, the building structure, or the common electrical infrastructure — including EV charger installation connected to common property switchboards — owners corporation approval is typically required. Check your strata by-laws or speak to your strata manager before proceeding with any work that may affect common property.
Does Saunders Electrical Group work with strata managers?
Yes. We work directly with strata managers and owners corporations across the Hills District and Hawkesbury. We provide written quotes, scope of works documentation, and CCEW compliance certificates for every job — giving strata managers the documentation they need for building records, approval processes, and insurance purposes. Contact us at info@saunderselectricalgroup.com.au or call 1300 993 560 to discuss ongoing strata maintenance arrangements.
Can Saunders Electrical Group install EV chargers in strata car parks?
Yes. Strata EV charger installation is an area of growing demand across Hills District apartment and townhouse buildings. We provide advice on the technical requirements, sub-metering options, and load management considerations for strata EV charging, and carry out installations in individual lot garages and common car park areas. Owners corporation approval is typically required — we can provide the technical documentation needed to support an OC approval application.
What compliance documentation does Saunders Electrical Group provide for strata work?
We issue a Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work (CCEW) on every prescribed electrical work job carried out in a strata property. From 1 July 2026, all CCEWs are submitted digitally via the BCNSW eCert portal. We can also provide written inspection reports, scope of works documentation, and photographic records of completed work for building records.
Does Saunders Electrical Group carry out smoke alarm compliance upgrades for strata buildings?
Yes. NSW smoke alarm regulations apply to strata properties, with requirements for interconnected photoelectric alarms in individual lots and appropriate detection in common areas. We carry out smoke alarm compliance assessments and upgrades across strata buildings, coordinating with strata managers to schedule access and complete work efficiently. From $150 + GST per alarm.
What areas do you cover for strata electrical work near the Hills District?
Saunders Electrical Group carries out strata electrical work across Castle Hill, Kellyville, Baulkham Hills, Norwest, Rouse Hill, Glenhaven, Dural, Kenthurst, Windsor, Richmond, and all surrounding Hills District and Hawkesbury suburbs. Call 1300 993 560 or email info@saunderselectricalgroup.com.au to discuss your building’s requirements.