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Brand: Word of Mouth
Rating: 4.9 (332 reviews)

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4.9 based on 332 reviews of 15 businesses

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5.0

159 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 96 142 535 939

Servicing Forrest

Sunday: 24/7 Emergency Se...

Licence No. 2017441

Photos from Water Tight Canberra

"Best plumber ever. Provided the best service ever at a reasonable price"

5.0

62 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 61 659 649 848 2026 Award

Servicing Forrest

Sunday: On call 24 hours

Photos from Jet Blast Plumbing

"Very happy with job. Was kept informed prior and arrived on time to carry out replacement of toilet cistern. JA, Kaleen."

4.8

26 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.6

ABN: 84 106 001 932

Canberra ACT

Sunday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. 153563C

"Nick had phoned earlier and confirmed his time of arrival. He was very attentive to our requirements, explained..."

4.9

23 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Canberra Central ACT

"I needed a plumber on an emergency basis on a Saturday morning - blocked drain. I found it surprisingly easy to reach..."

4.8

13 reviews

Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.8

Canberra ACT

"Thanks Gary and Dylan for installing our new taps. Fantastic customer service and great advice. Not to mention..."

4.5

10 reviews

Quality 4.5 Service 4.5 Value 4.4

Canberra Central ACT

Sunday: On call 24 hours

"Very professional company. Replaced my old hot water system with a new one within 24 hours of my original call...."

5.0

10 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Canberra ACT

"I’m never going to another plumber again. Running Plumbing were punctual, provided excellent advice, were extremely..."

4.9

7 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.6

ABN: 15 650 427 419

Canberra Central ACT

Sunday: On call 24 hours

"The service we received to fix a leaking water pipe in front yard was very comprehensive, from the first assessment..."

5.0

4 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

ABN: 15 650 427 419

Canberra Central ACT

"Right from phone service to the end plumbing service was excellent and we are very pleased. Thanks for the same "

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

ABN: 62 564 806 424

Canberra ACT

Sunday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. 201563

"Very knowledgable, efficient and clean. Called Josh out to fix a leaking tap and a leaking toilet on 9 Feb 2021. He..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

"Prompt, professional, thorough and informative. Highly recommended and will definitely call on Ben for any plumbing..."

3.5

4 reviews

Quality 3.5 Service 3.5 Value 3.5

ABN: 15 650 427 419

Canberra Central ACT

Sunday: On call 24 hours

"My Canberra Plumber provided prompt, professional and friendly service when one of our hot water tanks needed..."

Canberra ACT

3.8

5 reviews

Quality 3.8 Service 4.0 Value 3.4

Canberra ACT

"Robert talked me through relighting the pilot light on my water heater. Thank you so much for you generous..."

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Acton ACT

"'We required a couple of toilets to be fitted and David did a wonderful job. His price was very reasonable and we'll..."

Kingston ACT

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.0

Fyshwick ACT

"Two toilets running - valves replaced, water pressure checked, and outside tap replaced all in half an hour! Never..."

Canberra Central ACT

Sunday: 24 hours

ABN: 15 650 427 419

Canberra Central ACT

Sunday: On call 24 hours

Canberra ACT

Sunday: 24 Hours

Canberra ACT

Sunday: 12:00am-12:00am

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Market Intelligence

Forrest's plumber directory

Data-driven insights based on 332 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data

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Local Service Score

5 Award Winners

$1,000 median Typical Cost most jobs $619–$2,770

99% Positive Feedback

Forrest is one of the more affordable areas for plumbers — 51% below the ACT average, with typical jobs around $1,000. 25 plumbers service the area with 332 customer reviews.

Price overview

Most jobs range from $619 to $2,770. Nearby: Capital Hill ($1,000), Griffith ($1,000), Red Hill ($1,000).

Seasonal demand

Plumbers in Forrest tend to be busiest in September and quietest in December according to review data — booking during the quieter stretch often means more choice.

Suburb context

In Forrest, the income profile ($3,363/week vs national median of $1,748/week) would predict higher-end pricing, but plumbers here actually charge 51% below the ACT average.

Customer experience

Over the 2009–2026 window, plumbers in Forrest have moved from 4.6/5 to 4.9/5 — genuine improvement in customer-reported quality. Forrest sees 19.5 new plumber reviews a year — 7% above the ACT average, a larger recent sample than comparable suburbs in the state.

Based on 332 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

19.5 / yr Review velocity +35%

4.9 stars Avg rating

$486 Typical cost -39%

5.0 stars Service rating

13.3 avg Reviews / provider

136.8 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Forrest area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Forrest area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2009	1	4.0	no prices reported
2010	1	4.0	no prices reported
2012	1	5.0	$200
2013	4	4.5	no prices reported
2014	8	4.9	no prices reported
2015	7	5.0	$650
2016	6	4.3	$2,100
2017	28	4.9	$482
2018	12	5.0	$730
2019	6	5.0	no prices reported
2020	34	5.0	no prices reported
2021	79	4.9	$370
2022	106	4.9	$1,000
2023	23	4.7	$486
2024	8	4.6	no prices reported
2025	1	5.0	no prices reported
2026	7	5.0	no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Forrest area profile ABS Census 2021

1,827 Population

29.3% Own with mortgage

36.5% Houses

$3,363 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Forrest is served for plumbers, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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How Much Does a Plumber Cost?

Average hourly rate $100 - $150

How Much Does it Cost to Fix a Blocked Drain?

Average cost $75 - $500

How Much Does it Cost to Replace a Toilet?

Average price $200 - $500

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Plumbers in Forrest — FAQs

What are typical plumber prices in Forrest?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Forrest typically charge between $619 and $2,770. This is 51% more affordable than the ACT average.

When is the best time to book a plumber in Forrest?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Forrest tends to peak in September and is quietest in December. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

What should I look for when choosing a plumber?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Forrest has 332 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Jet Blast Plumbing (2026), Water Tight Canberra (2022) and Precise Plumbing & Drainage (2021) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 2 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What rating do plumbers in Forrest typically receive?

Plumbers in Forrest have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 332 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

What should I know about Forrest when hiring a plumber?

In Forrest, the income profile ($3,363/week vs national median of $1,748/week) would predict higher-end pricing, but plumbers here actually charge 51% below the ACT average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Forrest has a median age of 47, a median household income of $3,363/week.

Find the best plumbers in Forrest, ACT

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Forrest's plumber directory

Price overview

Seasonal demand

Suburb context

Customer experience

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Forrest area

Forrest area profile ABS Census 2021

What you can check before you call

Licences, where they’ve got them

What other customers paid

Reviews going back to 2007

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How Much Does a Plumber Cost?

How Much Does it Cost to Fix a Blocked Drain?

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