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5.0 based on 300 reviews of 10 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Gilston receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 300 reviews.

Capital Plumbing

Reviewed recently
5.0
287 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 76 235 086 202 2023 Award Special Offer
Servicing Gilston
Thursday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. PD18938 12-month workmanship warranty 16+ years in service
Most reviewed for: Gas line repair
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"Great service prompt and swift. Thanks "

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Plumbers servicing Gilston

Data-driven insights based on 300 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 4 trust signal responses

79 / 100
Local Service Score
1 Award Winners
$215 median Typical Cost most jobs $160–$225
100% Positive Feedback

Gilston is one of the more affordable areas for plumbers — 65% below the Queensland average, with typical jobs around $215. 25 plumbers service the area with 300 customer reviews.

What it costs

Most jobs range from $160 to $225. Nearby: Highland Park ($215), Worongary ($215), Tallai ($215).

About this suburb

With household income at $2,446/week (above the $1,748/week national median), you'd expect plumbers pricing in Gilston to run premium — but it actually lands 65% below the Queensland average, which means more room to get value here.

Demand patterns

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

What locals say

Over the 2008–2026 window, plumber ratings in Gilston have dropped from 4.9/5 to 4.4/5 — a signal to weight recent reviews more heavily than older ones. Review volume in Gilston runs lower than typical: 21.4 new plumber reviews per year, 37% under the Queensland average. The ratings here are based on a narrower sample and may respond more slowly to recent customer experience.

Based on 300 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

21.4 / yr Review velocity +49%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$313 Typical cost -61%
5.0 stars Service rating
12.0 avg Reviews / provider
93.7 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Gilston area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Gilston area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2008 1 5.0 no prices reported
2010 4 4.3 $260
2011 3 5.0 no prices reported
2012 7 5.0 no prices reported
2013 2 5.0 no prices reported
2014 3 5.0 no prices reported
2016 1 5.0 $365
2020 89 5.0 $360
2021 93 5.0 $470
2022 31 5.0 $160
2023 59 5.0 $313
2024 2 5.0 no prices reported
2025 1 1.0 no prices reported
2026 4 5.0 no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Gilston area profile ABS Census 2021

2,669 Population
61% Own with mortgage
95.9% Houses
$2,446 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 Gilston 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 Gilston — FAQs

What are typical plumber prices in Gilston?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Gilston typically charge between $160 and $225. This is 65% more affordable than the Queensland average.

When is the best time to book a plumber in Gilston?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Gilston tends to peak in February and is quietest in November. 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 reviews from real customers — Gilston has 300 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Capital Plumbing (2023) has earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What rating do plumbers in Gilston typically receive?

Plumbers in Gilston have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 300 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.85 stars.

What should I know about Gilston when hiring a plumber?

With household income at $2,446/week (above the $1,748/week national median), you'd expect plumbers pricing in Gilston to run premium — but it actually lands 65% below the Queensland average, which means more room to get value here. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Gilston has 96% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 35, a median household income of $2,446/week.

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