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Average rating of plumbers near Palmerston
4.9 based on 316 reviews of 16 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Palmerston receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 316 reviews.

Water Tight Canberra

5.0
159 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 96 142 535 939
Servicing Palmerston
Thursday: 24/7 Emergency Se...
Licence No. 2017441
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"Really fast and friendly service. Will definitely use again."

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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 Palmerston
Thursday: On call 24 hours
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"Legendary service. Was here in 20min for an emergency job, went over and above to find the best solution to an epic..."

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Blueline Plumbing & Gas

5.0
48 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
2023 Award
Belconnen ACT
Thursday: 6:30am - 4:00pm

"Great communicators, very polite, quality work, excellent attitude, very happy with the price and the work..."

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Multi Trades ACT

5.0
3 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
O'Connor ACT
Thursday: 9-5

"We have used Multi Trades for the maintenance of all 3 of our investment properties as well as our own house. Callum..."

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Market Intelligence

Palmerston plumber reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 316 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data

79 / 100
Local Service Score
3 Award Winners
$1,000 median Typical Cost most jobs $638–$1,750
99% Positive Feedback

Palmerston is one of the more affordable areas for plumbers — 60% below the ACT average, with typical jobs around $1,000. 25 plumbers service the area with 316 customer reviews.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $638 to $1,750. Nearby: Crace ($1,000), Ngunnawal ($930), Nicholls ($1,000).

Timing & availability

Review patterns in Palmerston suggest plumber demand runs hottest in September and coolest in December — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.

Area profile in brief

Interesting pattern in Palmerston: income runs above the national median ($2,316/week vs $1,748/week) but local plumbers price 60% below the ACT average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that.

Reviews & ratings

Since 2009, Palmerston has accumulated 316 plumber reviews — roughly 17.6 new ones a year.

Based on 316 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

17.6 / yr Review velocity +22%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$400 Typical cost -50%
5.0 stars Service rating
12.6 avg Reviews / provider
44.8 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Palmerston area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Palmerston 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
2011 1 4.0 no prices reported
2012 4 4.8 no prices reported
2013 6 5.0 no prices reported
2014 20 4.9 $352
2015 5 5.0 $330
2016 11 5.0 no prices reported
2017 23 5.0 $440
2018 19 5.0 $260
2019 6 4.5 $440
2020 31 5.0 no prices reported
2021 64 5.0 $370
2022 92 5.0 $1,000
2023 17 4.9 $400
2024 7 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.

Palmerston area profile ABS Census 2021

5,579 Population
42% Own with mortgage
60.2% Houses
$2,316 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 Palmerston 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 Palmerston — FAQs

How much does a plumber cost in Palmerston?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Palmerston typically charge between $638 and $1,750. This is 60% more affordable than the ACT average.

What time of year does plumber demand peak in Palmerston?

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

How can I tell if a plumber in Palmerston is worth hiring?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Palmerston has 316 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Jet Blast Plumbing (2026), Blueline Plumbing & Gas (2023) and Water Tight Canberra (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What is the average plumber rating in Palmerston?

Plumbers in Palmerston have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 316 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.84 stars.

What makes Palmerston different when it comes to plumber work?

Interesting pattern in Palmerston: income runs above the national median ($2,316/week vs $1,748/week) but local plumbers price 60% below the ACT average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Palmerston has 60% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 36, a median household income of $2,316/week.

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