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4.9 based on 2576 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in McDowall receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 2576 reviews.

Fallon Solutions

Reviewed this month
4.9
2123 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 82 757 595 979 2026 Award
Servicing McDowall
Tuesday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 65776 Clean-Up Guarantee On Time Guarantee*
Most reviewed for: General electrical
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"Callum was very good. On time excellent work and happy to get them again "

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Brisbane Plumbing and Gas

Reviewed recently
5.0
329 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 76 114 648 743 2026 Award Special Offer
Servicing McDowall
Tuesday: 7:00am to 4:00pm
Fixed pricing 10-year workmanship guarantee
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"Super friendly, quick to respond, and provided great service. Really happy with the experience and would definitely..."

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McDowall plumbers

Data-driven insights based on 2,574 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 34 trust signal responses

85 / 100
Local Service Score
3 Award Winners
$940 median Typical Cost most jobs $541–$1,800
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

McDowall residents review plumbers at 322% above the Queensland average — 2,574 reviews across 25 plumbers means the ratings here reflect a particularly current and active sample of customer experiences (average: 4.9 stars).

Local context

McDowall household incomes sit above the national median ($2,486/week vs $1,748/week), yet local plumbers charge 24% less than the Queensland average — a pricing anomaly worth noticing before you assume affluent-suburb rates apply.

Pricing

Customer reviews on Word of Mouth put the median plumber job in McDowall at $940, with most landing between $541 and $1,800 — 24% below the Queensland average. Nearby: Everton Park ($940), Chermside West ($940), Everton Hills ($940). Prices have risen 70% since 2009 (from $400 to $680 median), averaging 4.4% per year. If you've received a quote above $1,800, it lands in the top 25% locally — reasonable for more complex work, worth questioning for routine jobs.

Customer feedback

Based on post-service customer responses, 100% would choose their plumber again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional — a consistent satisfaction pattern across the local provider base. McDowall's plumber ratings have improved from 4.6/5 (2009) to 4.9/5 (2026), suggesting a local market that's getting stronger over time.

Best time to book

Our review data points to February as the busiest month for plumbers in McDowall, with July as the quietest — if your job can wait, booking in a quieter month usually means easier scheduling.

Based on 2,574 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

143.0 / yr Review velocity +893%
4.9 stars Avg rating
$680 Typical cost -15%
4.88 stars Service rating
103.0 avg Reviews / provider
32.8 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — McDowall area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the McDowall area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2009 8 4.4 $400
2010 13 4.6 $750
2011 28 4.6 $400
2012 17 4.7 $850
2013 33 4.5 $350
2014 19 4.4 $650
2015 110 4.5 $500
2016 57 4.6 $877
2017 87 4.8 $520
2018 99 4.9 $600
2019 139 4.9 $1,246
2020 159 4.9 $1,500
2021 275 4.9 $650
2022 613 5.0 $1,000
2023 254 5.0 $800
2024 219 5.0 $1,500
2025 337 5.0 $680
2026 107 4.9 no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

McDowall area profile ABS Census 2021

7,612 Population
40.3% Own with mortgage
87.7% Houses
$2,486 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 McDowall 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 McDowall — FAQs

What's the going rate for a local plumber?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in McDowall typically charge between $541 and $1,800. This is 24% more affordable than the Queensland average.

Are plumbers in McDowall reliable?

According to 34 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their plumber in McDowall again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

When are local plumbers least busy?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in McDowall tends to peak in February and is quietest in July. 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 — McDowall has 2,574 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Fallon Solutions (2026), Brisbane Plumbing and Gas (2026) and Taps N Toilets (2013) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year. Look for providers with a high 'would choose again' score — the McDowall average is 100%.

Are plumbers in McDowall well reviewed?

Plumbers in McDowall have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,574 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

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