If your power is out in Hobart, check whether it is a TasNetworks outage or a fault at your property. Call TasNetworks on 13 2004 or check their outage map online. Hobart and southern Tasmania are prone to outages from strong winds and winter storms. If only your property is affected, the fault is on your side of the meter — check your switchboard for tripped safety switches or circuit breakers.
What to do right now
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Check with TasNetworks
Call 13 2004 or visit tasnetworks.com.au to check the outage map. If the outage is network-wide, TasNetworks will restore supply.
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Inspect your switchboard
Look for tripped switches — they will be in the middle or down position. Reset the main switch first, then individual circuit breakers and safety switches.
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Isolate the fault
If a safety switch trips again, turn off all circuits and unplug all appliances. Reset the safety switch, then re-enable circuits one at a time to find the faulty one.
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Call a licensed electrician
If you cannot restore power or the safety switch keeps tripping, call a licensed emergency electrician. Hobart has fewer after-hours electricians than mainland capitals, so book promptly.
When to call an emergency electrician
- ⚠️TasNetworks shows no outage in your area but your power is off
- ⚠️A safety switch trips immediately every time you reset it
- ⚠️Storm or wind damage has affected your overhead service line or meter box
- ⚠️You notice burning smells or sparking from the switchboard
- ⚠️Power loss is affecting heating during Hobart's cold winter months
How much does it cost?
TasNetworks outages are restored at no cost. If the fault is at your property, expect emergency electrician callout fees of $120–$230 (business hours) or $220–$420 (after hours) in Hobart. Labour is $65–$105 per hour. Storm damage repairs vary from $200 for a simple fix to $1,500+ for significant wiring damage. After-hours availability may be limited during major storm events.