Coalcliff NSW
"Great Job Not only did Daniel Quote the day i called he also started the work almost strait away. top job and..."
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Word of Mouth plumbers in Darkes Forest receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 107 reviews.
Campbelltown NSW
"Called them yesterday before further lockdown restrictions hit and they were great and accommodating to be able to..."
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84 106 001 932
Wollongong NSW
Wednesday: On call 24 hours
"Very professional and reliable. Would certainly recommend to others. Very cost effective and prompt follow up."
Gymea Bay NSW
"Thanks for coming around within 1/2 hour especially after hour's to Repair my blocked drain. I would recommend ..."
Bangor NSW
"On time , friendly , reasonable price.Highly recommend"
Bradbury NSW
"Ray was introduced to me by one of my business colleague. Ray suggested very simple solution for my plumbing..."
Thirroul NSW
"i found ben to be a great guy very helpfull and explained everything that i was not sure of very reasonable rates..."
Wollongong NSW
"My hot water service went cold. I called The Plumbing and Electrical Doctors and was given a quote .....$2,700 to..."
Grays Point NSW
"William did a great job on our bathroom rennovation earlier this year and we have since had him back a number of..."
Currans Hill NSW
"Needed new hot water system rang Nathan he had the best price and great service. Will definitely recommend him. Job..."
Airds NSW
"Great service! Cameron who came to my rescue late Friday afternoon when I came home to a burst pipe! Honest company!..."
Ingleburn NSW
"Ingleburn Plumbing Service is a family owned business. They are very reliable, always turning up when they say they..."
Kearns NSW
"These guys are true blue & genuine. They turned up at short notice to fix our burst pipe & did'nt charge us an arm &..."
Campbelltown NSW
"The workman are extremely professional and well mannered ."
Corrimal NSW
"Very professional and courteous tradesmen. On time, every time. Wollongong Hot Water use trade quality fixtures and..."
Heathcote NSW
"Thanks to Graham and the team from Cobra Maintenance Services. Friendly and reliable. Great job! Great price! Would..."
Narellan NSW
"Really this guy was great. I needed a job done for an elderly client, he came out explained everything to her and..."
Macquarie Fields NSW
"After a water leak in the bathroom and the insurance company checking it out and telling me shower waterproofing was..."
Bangor NSW
"Fast efficient service, was on the job the same morning called. Gave a quote before commencement and was able to do..."
Wollongong NSW
"Eco design plumbing has been working on my rural off grid property now for the last year on and off, from design,..."
Raby NSW
"WOW service is fantastic, the water pipes burst in my back room and james was there on a saturday morning within..."
Loftus NSW
"Peter came to fix Hot Water Service, he was prompt and had the job done quickly. His charges were also reasonable."
Glen Alpine NSW
"I had a major drain blockage. Adam came on time, had all the necessary gear, gave clear and professional advice, and..."
Ambarvale NSW
"Great fast service. Washer flooded utility room they fixed straight away I would use them again and tell our family..."
Sutherland NSW
"Called Michael on Saturday evening and asked if he could come out on Sunday. He rang before he came and was there at..."
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Market Intelligence
Darkes Forest plumber reviews and ratings
Data-driven insights based on 107 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2024
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Darkes Forest is one of the more affordable areas for plumbers — 28% below the NSW average. 25 plumbers service the area with 107 customer reviews.
Timing & availability
Review patterns in Darkes Forest suggest plumber demand runs hottest in August and coolest in May — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.
Reviews & ratings
Review flow for plumbers in Darkes Forest is lighter than typical — 7.1 new reviews a year, 38% below the NSW average. Consider this when comparing local ratings to busier suburbs.
Based on 107 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2024.
7.1 / yr
Review velocity -51%
4.8 stars
Avg rating below avg
$360
Typical cost -55%
5.0 stars
Service rating
4.3 avg
Reviews / provider
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Darkes Forest area
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| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3 | 4.7 | $500 |
| 2009 | 4 | 4.3 | $250 |
| 2010 | 8 | 4.5 | $250 |
| 2011 | 4 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2012 | 22 | 4.9 | $80 |
| 2013 | 13 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2014 | 23 | 4.8 | $385 |
| 2015 | 1 | 5.0 | $245 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2017 | 14 | 4.4 | $210 |
| 2020 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2021 | 5 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2022 | 2 | 5.0 | $360 |
| 2023 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2024 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2024
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
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 Darkes Forest 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 Darkes Forest — FAQs
When are local plumbers least busy?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Darkes Forest tends to peak in August and is quietest in May. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
What's the best way to compare local plumbers?
Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Darkes Forest has 107 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Dad & Dave's Plumbing Services (2012) has earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
Are plumbers in Darkes Forest well reviewed?
Plumbers in Darkes Forest have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 107 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the national average of 4.85 stars.
