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Canterbury's Trusted Electrician Team

From emergency repairs to new installations, powering Canterbury's homes, farms, and businesses across the Greater Canterbury region with trusted electrical expertise

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About South Island Electrical

Built on Handshakes and Hard Work

We're not here to claim we're the best electrical company out there—because the moment you think you're at the top, you stop growing and get left behind. Instead, we're built on something more reliable: old-fashioned values in a modern world.

Our philosophy comes from wisdom shared by mentors who shaped not just my craft, but my character. Charles Shadbolt, Warren, Mark, Victoria, Rex, Jarred, Brendon, Lynn, and Malc, each taught me something vital about this business. The best advice I ever received? "When feeding from the trough, make sure you leave enough for the next guy." That's how we approach every job, every relationship, every handshake. With Damon's 31 years in the electrical industry and a combined 84 years of knowledge across our team, we've learned that the best work isn't just about technical skill, it's about integrity, respect, and making sure there's always enough left in the trough for the next guy.

The Handshake Generation

I come from a generation where your word is your bond. My parents taught me three non-negotiables when meeting someone: firm grip, eye contact, and honor your commitments. These aren't just nice ideas, they're how we do business. Whether we're troubleshooting storm damage on a rural Canterbury farm or upgrading a family kitchen in Lincoln, we see every job through our customer's eyes. Some of our strongest relationships actually started when we made mistakes. Instead of making excuses, we owned it, fixed it, and made it right. Customers we thought would never call us again became our biggest advocates, because they'd never seen that level of honesty and ownership from a trades business. That's what it means when your word is your bond.

Some of our strongest relationships actually started when we made mistakes. Instead of making excuses, we owned it, fixed it, and made it right. Customers who thought they'd never call us again became our biggest advocates—because they'd never seen that level of honesty and ownership from a trades business.

Understanding Canterbury's Unique Challenges

From the earthquakes that reshaped our region to the brutal South Island storms that test every electrical system, we understand what Canterbury property owners face. We've restored power to families isolated on lifestyle blocks after storm damage. We've helped homeowners navigate the complexities of bringing older properties up to modern electrical standards.

Rural properties, lifestyle blocks, commercial operations, family homes—we don't just serve these different needs, we understand them. Because we live here too.

Our Track Record

Serving Canterbury before, during, and after the rebuild

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Canterbury Clients Backing Our Work

Built on handshakes and hard work

Professional residential electrical work in Canterbury
Our Work

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Professional electrical installations across Canterbury - residential, commercial, and rural projects completed to the highest standards.

What Our Clients Say

Trusted across Canterbury and beyond

Real feedback from customers who rely on South Island Electrical for residential, rural, and commercial projects.

5 star review

"We recently had the pleasure of working with Jimmy, Matt, and Lars from SIE, and we couldn't be more impressed. From start to finish, the team was absolutely amazing. Professional, friendly, and efficient. Nothing was ever too much trouble."

Elevate Financial

September 2024 • via Google

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5 star review

"It was a great chat with Damon. The work that he did here last time was great and we particularly appreciated his attention to detail. It seems that he appreciates the importance of functionality, safety and what looks great."

Suzanne Phipps

December 2023 • via Google

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5 star review

"Damon was extremely generous with his time and helped us out in an emergency situation. Would recommend to anyone, would definitely use again!"

Paul Crooke

March 2024 • via Google

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5 star review

"We have had Isaac at South Island electrical work on a number of jobs for us, always reliable and clean, tidy work. Living on the Chatham's it can be hard to find good help, so it has been great to have them around. We highly recommend Isaac and will most definitely be using him in the future."

Chase Lanauze

Exodus Fishing Company Limited

January 2024 • via Client Testimonial

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5 star review

"Isaac has completed three jobs with us to date. He is very capable, knowledgeable and a diligent worker. We really appreciate having his skill on the island. We would recommend him to anyone that is needing a good electrician."

Bridget Preece

Chatham Islands

February 2024 • via Client Testimonial

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5 star review

"Emergency response within an hour after a storm took out our dairy shed power. The team coordinated with Orion and had us milking again that night."

Matt & Jo T.

Selwyn District

July 2024 • via Google

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Serving the Greater Canterbury Region

Based in Lincoln, Canterbury, we respond quickly to emergencies and planned installations throughout the region, from Kaikoura to Timaru and west to the Southern Alps.

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Greater Canterbury region, Selwyn, Christchurch, Banks Peninsula, Ashburton, Timaru, Kaikōura, Geraldine, Lake Tekapo, Mount Cook region.

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