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"Had an issue where methane gas was leaking into my crawlspace all because someone hadn't ventilated a bathroom..."
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Word of Mouth plumbers in Sydenham receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 517 reviews.
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"Guys very efficient and friendly and worked continuously till finished"
Plumbers To U
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"Fast response. Blocked sewer sorted within 3 hours of contacting Mal and Stu. I highly recommend this company."
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"These plumbers are great. I have used them a few times and they are always on time, courteous and fix my plumbing..."
"I was referred to Jason by a friend. I am extrememly happy to recommend him and will definately use him again. He is..."
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"They provided great plumbing service. We called them out for noisy toilet pipes. The problem was fixed instantly. The..."
"I had a problem late in the evening and struggled to get a plumber out to my house. Mark was efficient and came right..."
"Our hot water cylinder broke. Brads on Tap replaced our cylinder with a gas water heater within 1 and 1/2 days. Their..."
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"Professional, easy to work with and got the job done fast !!! Cheers Steve "
"Great customer service considering the late call. Came within the hour after I spoke to him. Clean and honest"
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"Fixed blocked drain in bathroom. Very professional, told me what time he'd arrived, rang before to check it was still..."
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"So nice and hard working fella. He's done his part in our bathroom renovation and installation perfectly. Thanks for..."
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Insights for plumbers servicing Sydenham
In total, 1008 jobs have recently been posted for plumbers on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace. Across Word of Mouth, the average quote response time for plumbers is 47.6 hours. Quotes sent back through the marketplace average $574 for a fixed-price job, and $308.00 an hour where the work is quoted hourly. These are quotes, not final invoices. For what customers reported paying, see the cost breakdown below.
46 plumbers have submitted licence details, which our support team has manually verified. These were accurate at the time of submission, but we recommend checking official registers to confirm they continue to remain valid before hiring any business.
Market Intelligence
Sydenham plumber reviews and ratings
Data-driven insights based on 516 customer reviews collected between 2010 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses
Sydenham is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 180% above the NSW average, with typical jobs around $500. 23 plumbers service the area with 516 customer reviews.
Timing & availability
Review patterns in Sydenham suggest plumber demand runs hottest in January and coolest in December — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.
Going rates
Most jobs range from $375 to $525. Nearby: St Peters ($500), Tempe ($500), Marrickville ($500).
Area profile in brief
Sydenham's household income sits at $2,245/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local plumber pricing tracks that profile — 180% above the NSW average.
Reviews & ratings
At 32.3 plumber reviews a year — 199% above the NSW average — Sydenham collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.
Based on 516 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2010–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Sydenham area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1 | 4.0 | $1,980 |
| 2011 | 2 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2012 | 9 | 4.9 | $250 |
| 2013 | 4 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2014 | 9 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2016 | 26 | 4.9 | $520 |
| 2017 | 23 | 5.0 | $350 |
| 2018 | 14 | 4.9 | $2,300 |
| 2019 | 9 | 5.0 | $900 |
| 2020 | 72 | 5.0 | $300 |
| 2021 | 21 | 5.0 | $815 |
| 2022 | 32 | 5.0 | $500 |
| 2023 | 19 | 4.9 | $500 |
| 2024 | 262 | 5.0 | $440 |
| 2025 | 10 | 4.9 | $350 |
| 2026 | 3 | 5.0 | $1,400 |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2010–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Sydenham area profile ABS Census 2021
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 Sydenham 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 Sydenham — FAQs
What are typical plumber prices in Sydenham?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Sydenham typically charge between $375 and $525. This is 180% above the NSW average.
When is the best time to book a plumber in Sydenham?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Sydenham tends to peak in January 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 customer reviews — Sydenham has 516 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Plumbers To U (2025), Aussie Plumbing Services (2024) and SilverWater Plumbing (2022) 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 Sydenham typically receive?
Plumbers in Sydenham have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 516 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.85 stars.
What should I know about Sydenham when hiring a plumber?
Sydenham's household income sits at $2,245/week against the national median of $1,748/week, and local plumber pricing tracks that profile — 180% above the NSW average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Sydenham has a median age of 36, a median household income of $2,245/week.