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Average rating of plumbers near Hughes
4.9 based on 361 reviews of 22 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Hughes receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 361 reviews.

Water Tight Canberra

5.0
159 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 96 142 535 939
Servicing Hughes
Friday: 24/7 Emergency Se...
Licence No. 2017441
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"Best plumber ever. Provided the best service ever at a reasonable price"

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Jet Blast Plumbing

5.0
62 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 61 659 649 848 2026 Award
Servicing Hughes
Friday: On call 24 hours
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"Very happy with job. Was kept informed prior and arrived on time to carry out replacement of toilet cistern. JA, Kaleen."

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A & Co Industries

5.0
16 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
ABN: 17 611 988 900 2023 Award
Lyons ACT

"I highly recommend A&co. Adam was super helpful, on time, explained what was needed and clearly knew his stuff...."

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The Plumbing & Electrical Doctor

4.8
26 reviews
Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.6
ABN: 84 106 001 932
Canberra ACT
Friday: 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..."

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Canberra Hot Water Repairs

4.5
10 reviews
Quality 4.5 Service 4.5 Value 4.4
Canberra Central ACT
Friday: On call 24 hours

"Job looks great. The guys were on time and cleaned up after themsleves. I couldn't have asked for anything..."

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Precise Plumbing & Drainage

5.0
5 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
ABN: 62 564 806 424
Canberra ACT
Friday: 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..."

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Rydeau Plumbing

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..."

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My Canberra Plumber

3.5
4 reviews
Quality 3.5 Service 3.5 Value 3.5
ABN: 15 650 427 419
Canberra Central ACT
Friday: On call 24 hours

"Thanks to My Canberra Plumber I was able to use my bathroom again. Your team is great to deal with and very..."

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Market Intelligence

Plumbers servicing Hughes

Data-driven insights based on 361 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data

82 / 100
Local Service Score
7 Award Winners
$1,000 median Typical Cost most jobs $600–$2,100
99% Positive Feedback

Hughes 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 361 customer reviews.

What it costs

Most jobs range from $600 to $2,100. Nearby: Phillip ($1,000), Deakin ($1,000), Garran ($1,000).

About this suburb

With household income at $2,797/week (above the $1,748/week national median), you'd expect plumbers pricing in Hughes to run premium — but it actually lands 51% below the ACT average, which means more room to get value here.

Demand patterns

Demand for plumbers in Hughes peaks around September and drops to its quietest in December based on review patterns — something to factor in if your job is flexible on dates.

What locals say

Over the 2009–2026 window, plumbers in Hughes have moved from 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 — genuine improvement in customer-reported quality. Review activity here is higher than typical: Hughes averages 20.1 new plumber reviews a year — 10% above the ACT average — a larger sample than most suburbs in the state.

Based on 361 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

20.1 / yr Review velocity +42%
4.9 stars Avg rating
$486 Typical cost -42%
5.0 stars Service rating
14.4 avg Reviews / provider
77.9 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Hughes area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Hughes area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2009 4 3.8 no prices reported
2010 1 4.0 no prices reported
2011 1 4.0 $231
2012 2 4.5 $250
2013 6 4.7 no prices reported
2014 7 5.0 no prices reported
2015 7 5.0 $650
2016 7 4.4 $2,100
2017 28 4.9 $482
2018 12 5.0 $730
2019 11 5.0 $1,000
2020 40 5.0 no prices reported
2021 83 4.9 $360
2022 107 4.9 $1,000
2023 28 4.8 $486
2024 8 4.6 no prices reported
2025 2 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.

Hughes area profile ABS Census 2021

3,210 Population
36% Own with mortgage
73.5% Houses
$2,797 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 — 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 Hughes 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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Plumbers in Hughes — FAQs

What should I expect to pay for a plumber in Hughes?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Hughes typically charge between $600 and $2,100. This is 51% more affordable than the ACT average.

When should I book a plumber for the best availability?

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

How do I find a good plumber in Hughes?

Start by comparing customer reviews — Hughes has 361 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Jet Blast Plumbing (2026), A & Co Industries (2023) and Water Tight Canberra (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 4 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How well-rated are plumbers in Hughes?

Plumbers in Hughes have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 361 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

How does the Hughes area shape local plumber demand?

With household income at $2,797/week (above the $1,748/week national median), you'd expect plumbers pricing in Hughes to run premium — but it actually lands 51% below the ACT average, which means more room to get value here. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Hughes has 74% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 43, a median household income of $2,797/week.

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