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Name: Plumbers
Brand: Word of Mouth
Rating: 4.9 (242 reviews)

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4.9 based on 242 reviews of 13 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 Richardson

Sunday: 24/7 Emergency Se...

Licence No. 2017441

Photos from Water Tight Canberra

"Liam from Watertight came to my house this morning to investigate a leak. He was very thorough and a nice person to..."

5.0

62 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 61 659 649 848 2026 Award

Servicing Richardson

Sunday: On call 24 hours

Photos from Jet Blast Plumbing

"Fantastic service. I rang the plumber in the morning and he arrived a short time later. I had blocked drains in both..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Bonython ACT

"He came when he said he would come. Gave free advice on energy improvements. Job was done well and he even offered to..."

4.5

2 reviews

Quality 4.5 Service 4.5 Value 4.5

Bonython ACT

"We had a problem with our Tap we were looking for someone to fix it up and then i got Independent plumbing and make..."

4.7

3 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.7

Monash ACT

"Had some leaking underneath kitchen sink which could be from hose in the dishwasher. Talked over the phone for..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Wanniassa ACT

"This plumber provided major repairs to our underground plumbing and also general provided maintenance of our..."

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Chisholm ACT

"Very friendly and fast service, trustworthy and reliable plumbing service had all the parts on hand that were..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Farrer ACT

"Abbey fixed the leak our builder left behind on our roof. Very pleased with the service, attitude and skill of Abbey. "

Chisholm ACT

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.0

Conder ACT

"My hot water system broke on a friday afternoon. After ringing a number of plumbers who were either to busy or not..."

Monash ACT

5.0

6 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Kambah ACT

Sunday: Closed

"Stephen responded to my request for a quote very quickly and provided an affordable price. He showed up on time,..."

ABN: 60 366 429 590

Monash ACT

Wanniassa ACT

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 3.0

Torrens ACT

"They cleared my blocked drains. They do a great job, they cleared to the boundary, not just the first blockage they..."

3.5

2 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 3.0

Torrens ACT

"I have used them for three times. Arrived on time roughly. Service was good. Friendly explained to me what I am able..."

4.0

1 review

Quality 4.0 Service 5.0 Value 3.0

Hume ACT

"Service and knowledege were fantastic. Plumber also made sure we were aware of the government rebates that we were..."

Kambah ACT

Market Intelligence

Richardson plumber reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 242 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

100% Positive Feedback

Richardson is one of the more affordable areas for plumbers — 60% below the ACT average, with typical jobs around $1,000. 18 plumbers service the area with 242 customer reviews.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $638 to $1,750. Nearby: Chisholm ($1,000), Calwell ($1,000), Gowrie ($1,000).

Timing & availability

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

Area profile in brief

Reviews & ratings

Local plumber ratings have climbed from 4.6/5 (2009) to 4.9/5 (2026) — a clear quality improvement over the 17-year window. Review flow for plumbers in Richardson is lighter than typical — 13.4 new reviews a year, 27% below the ACT average. Consider this when comparing local ratings to busier suburbs.

Based on 242 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

13.4 / yr Review velocity -6%

5.0 stars Avg rating above avg

$400 Typical cost -52%

5.0 stars Service rating

13.4 avg Reviews / provider

58.9 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Richardson area

See the figures behind this chart

Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Richardson area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2009	5	4.0	no prices reported
2010	1	4.0	no prices reported
2011	3	4.3	$231
2012	1	4.0	$300
2013	1	5.0	no prices reported
2014	8	5.0	no prices reported
2015	2	5.0	no prices reported
2016	3	5.0	no prices reported
2017	8	5.0	no prices reported
2018	10	5.0	$260
2019	7	5.0	$1,000
2020	23	5.0	no prices reported
2021	55	5.0	$385
2022	89	5.0	$1,000
2023	11	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.

Richardson area profile ABS Census 2021

3,058 Population

47.2% Own with mortgage

96.1% Houses

$2,043 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 Richardson 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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What other customers paid

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Reviews going back to 2007

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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

How Much Does a Home Water Filtration System Cost in Australia in 2026?

A system-by-system guide to 2026 prices for jugs, under-sink, RO, UV, whole-house, softeners, and tank/bore filtration. Including who actually needs filtration and what to look for on the WaterMark sticker.

Plumbers in Richardson — FAQs

How much do plumbers charge in Richardson?

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

Is there a quieter time of year for plumbers in Richardson?

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

How do I pick the right plumber in Richardson?

Start by comparing customer reviews — Richardson has 242 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Jet Blast Plumbing (2026), Water Tight Canberra (2022) and Kennedy Plumbing and Gas (2019) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How do Richardson plumbers compare to the state average?

Plumbers in Richardson have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 242 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.85 stars.

Does the Richardson housing mix influence local plumbers?

Interesting pattern in Richardson: income runs above the national median ($2,043/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 Richardson has 96% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 36, a median household income of $2,043/week.

Find the best plumbers in Richardson, ACT

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Richardson plumber reviews and ratings

Going rates

Timing & availability

Area profile in brief

Reviews & ratings

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Richardson area

Richardson 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?

How Much Does it Cost to Replace a Toilet?

How Much Does a Home Water Filtration System Cost in Australia in 2026?

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