Zabs Plumbing

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Opening hours

Monday:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tuesday:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wednesday:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thursday:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Friday:

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday:

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

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Reviews (46)

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verified email - 22 Nov 2022

IF AFTER READING THIS REVIEW IF YOU STILL HIRE ZABS PLUMBING TO DO ANY WORK AT YOUR PROPERTY, YOU WILL ONLY HAVE YOURSELF TO BLAME. Got a quote to install ducted gas heater at my rental property. Asked if they will provide gas compliance certificate, installer advised he cannot provide it as my windows are too close to the heater, but as he is such a nice guy, he will still install the heater for me, but cannot give a gas compliance certificate. I believed him and hired him. The ducted heater was installed. There were issues with installation, but I overlooked them. I called Energy Safe Victoria next day and they advised the installer must provide a gas compliance certificate. Installer cannot do the job and not provide the certificate. They also advised that my windows were too far away and that they were compliant with the heater install. I sent the installer an email, he reluctantly came to my house with Zabs Plumbing owner (Plumber). Plumber advised me that to issue a gas compliance certificate he needs to pressure test the main gas line to ensure there was no gas leak. I advised to go ahead as the line was upgraded less than 10 years back and pressure test was done 2 years back when I had the gas stove replaced. The Plumber started to test the gas line and no leaks were found, test was only required to be completed for 5 to 10 min (confirmed by Energy Safe), but he continued to test for 30 minutes, hoping there will be a leak. No leaks for 30 min, the Plumber became agitated and disappointed because this was an opportunity for him to punish me for insisting on a gas compliance certificate and making him come back to the site. The Plumber excused himself and quickly went inside the house and 3 min later came outside saying there is a leak at the stove. I advised that the needle on his gas test meter had not moved at all, demonstrating that the pressure was being maintained with no leaks. But the Plumber kept insisting there was a leak, would not provide any evidence and proceeded to lock off the main gas line, without even telling me what he was doing. Plumber then said unless I gave him $1,500 to put in a new gas line he cannot turn the gas on. I argued with him that this is unethical when there was no leak, The Plumber advised this is what happens when I bring him back to the site after the work has been done, meaning I inconvenienced him and this was his way to punish me. I said I will get a second opinion and contact Energy Safe. Hearing this the Plumber immediately reduced the price down to $1,000. Being a rental property, I could not inconvenience the tenants (I have great tenants), so had no option but to pay the Plumber money to upgrade the gas line when doing so was not at all required. Getting Energy Safe involved would have taken a few days and the Plumber knew this.
In the process of filing compliant with Victorian Building Authority, as there are issues with the gas line install which was not required in the first place.

Approximate cost: $1000

11 Jan 2022

Luke was responsive, up-front and punctual. He was at our house the day of our call-out for a blocked drain and fixed the issue. Very professional and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend and will use again.

rs555 13 Aug 2024

They are a rip off. Go round ripping off people. Best to avoid them.

16 Apr 2020

I had a blocked drain at my property that needed attending to. I searched the internet and found Zabs plumbing the person I spoke to on the phone was very professional and polite. I had one of the workers sent to my house - Jordan, he seemed experienced and was able to fix my problem very quickly with minimal mess and cleaned up after himself perfectly.
Highly recommend this company to anyone

verified email - 05 Nov 2018

Very professional. Came to my place and gave advice which was outstanding. I am going to save his telephone number in my contact list and will call him for any plumbing. I strongly recommend for my family and friends.

Zabs Plumbing 08 Nov 2018

Thanks Shree!

verified email - 20 Sep 2018

We had hot water flowing out of control. Luke responded very promptly to our call for help and provided prompt, efficient service and kind reassurance.

Zabs Plumbing 08 Nov 2018

Glad we could help.

verified email - 29 Aug 2018

Luke and his team was very responsive and efficient. Very happy with the end result. Thank you to the Zabs team.

Zabs Plumbing 01 Sep 2018

Thank you for your feedback!

verified email - 18 Aug 2018

Luke attended very quickly. Gave best very reasonable solution for our issue. We are living in a very old house. Next day Oscar came and delivered an excellent job. These guys are marvellous. They delivered above and beyond expectations work for us. Thanks

Approximate cost: $1000

Zabs Plumbing 29 Aug 2018

Thank you Emil :)

verified email - 26 Jul 2018

Luke & Jordan were both very professional and timely in fixing our blocked drains. There were a few extra problems that came up that turned a simple job into a harder one but Luke & Jordan fixed it all in the end. Highly recommend.

Approximate cost: $350

Zabs Plumbing 31 Jul 2018

Thank you for the lovely feedback.

verified email - 20 Jul 2018

The job has been done professionally. The boys are very respectful, reliable and experienced. I am highly satisfied about the job they had done for my place and I would like to recommend to my friends as well. Many thanks.

Zabs Plumbing 22 Jul 2018

Thank you!

verified email - 18 Jul 2018

Luke was fantastic in diagnosing the problem, outlining what needed to be done in an easy to understand fashion. the cost was reasonable and the job was done in a timely manner, Will Recommend!

Zabs Plumbing 22 Jul 2018

Thank you Samantha!

verified email - 19 Jun 2018

Luke gave us a very competitive quote on plumbing for a kitchen reno. he also gave us some good advice and did really good work! We would have no hesitation in recommending him for any plumbing job.

Approximate cost: $1450

Zabs Plumbing 06 Jul 2018

Appreciate the feedback. Look forward to helping you in the future.

verified email - 18 Jun 2018

Luke was very quick to respond and provided an on the spot solution. I would be happy to recommend him to my friends and family.

Zabs Plumbing 06 Jul 2018

Thanks, it's my pleasure.

verified email - 22 Jul 2016

Luke was very professional arrived on time. The job was completed quickly without any problems. Would use Luke again for any plumbing work.

Approximate cost: $150

Zabs Plumbing 25 Jul 2016

Thank you very much

verified email - 24 Jun 2016

I had a leaking copper pipe in a hard to reach position behind a brick wall.

Luke had a quick look the same day I phoned him, quoted and then Luke & Oscar had it fixed by the next morning.

Approximate cost: $300

Zabs Plumbing 25 Aug 2016

Thanks Sean - glad we got it sorted for you!

verified email - 04 Jun 2016

My father's heating just stopped working. Luke recommended someone to check dad's thermostat first so we wouldn't be spending unnecessary time and money checking the heater. The guy he recommended (Julius) came the same day after a long list of appointments and was fantastic. It turned out to be the pilot light in the roof that had failed and Julius fixed it on the spot (replacement part). I highly recommend Zabs Plumbing. Luke was very responsive, followed up and was conscious of cost and efficiency. 10 out of 10 Zabs Plumbing.

Approximate cost: $230

Zabs Plumbing 04 Jun 2016

Thank you

verified email - 21 May 2016

We found Luke extremely helpful when renovating our bathroom. We sent pictrues of the plumbing and he gave us a quote over the phone, which was very reasonable. We had a lot of contradictory advice over what to do with the bathroom. Luke came and gave sound practical advice and made everything clear. We highly recommend his service. We are so pleased with his help and how reliable he was.

Zabs Plumbing 21 May 2016

Thank you Albert

16 Apr 2016

Luke and the boys just fitted out my new shop. the listened to everything i wanted, with suggestions from them. Well done ZABS. Very happy with the finished product. Well done

Zabs Plumbing 25 Aug 2016

Anytime Ishmad!

14 Sep 2015

We spoke to Luke from Zabs about our hot water service which was heavily leaking. He came first thing the next morning and identified the problem, ordered the part and came back the same day to repair it. We've never had such friendly, honest and prompt service from any other plumbing companies we've previously used. Would highly recommend and we will definately be using his services again.

Zabs Plumbing 29 Mar 2016

Thanks Mel, we look forward to working with you again :)

02 Sep 2015

Very happy with the way Luke and Steve handled the quoting and installation of my hydronic heating. Excellent communication, high level quality of fitment, reliable, good value...and they're good blokes too...what more can you ask! Highly recommended.

Zabs Plumbing 10 Sep 2015

Thank you David for the positive feedback, we really enjoyed working with you!

verified email - 12 Jun 2015

The main toilet was faulty and kept overflowing. I found Zab's on womo. I called and Luke was quick to return my call. Came out the next day to fix the issue at a reasonable cost. I would use him again.

Zabs Plumbing 10 Sep 2015

Thank you Raj, I'm glad you enjoyed our service.

08 Jan 2015

Luke did a great job. The work on the leaking toilet was done efficiently and the tab on the sink was fit. Removal of the in-sink-erator was a great job too.

Zabs Plumbing 10 Sep 2015

Thank you very much for your feedback! Glad we could help.

04 Dec 2014

I came home to find a leak dripping from the ceiling. Found Zabs plumbing on the WOMO website. Luke came out the same day and investigated the problem. We would use his services in the future, he is efficient and friendly.

Approximate cost: $150

Zabs Plumbing 04 Dec 2014

It was my pleasure Adele.

02 Dec 2014

I has plumbing done to install new laundry pipes next to the current existing laundry .Good work and the service. Would recommend to any one.

Zabs Plumbing 04 Dec 2014

Thanks for the feedback.

verified email - 22 Nov 2014

Luke supplied and installed a new hot water service at my dads place and also installed a gas over we'd bought ourselves. His service and work is excellent. He did everything he promised and his price was fantastic. I checked it against 3 others and he beat them hands down. Have recommend him to neighbour. Good, friendly, helpful, enthusiastic young guy who has a big future. People like him deserve support.

Approximate cost: $1900.00

verified email - 24 Oct 2014

replaced hot water storage system to instant gas heater, hassle free installation. quick respond to quote and work, job done next day of quote, professionally done. one of the best plumber ever use, highly recommended.

Approximate cost: $800

Zabs Plumbing 09 Nov 2014

Thanks mate

Zabs Plumbing 04 Dec 2014

Hope you're enjoying it.

verified email - 23 Oct 2014

I needed drainage additions to my new home at Frankston South so searched WOMO to find a good tradie. Luke's reviews were excellent so I gave him a call. He was quick to arrive and quote, does excellent work and was good value for money. The icing on top is that he's a very genuine man who presents and communicates well, understands what makes good customer service and is reliable (a rare thing in a tradie). I will certainly use him again and recommend him to family and friends. Best wishes, Luke for the continued success of your business, you deserve it. From Peter and Liz.

Approximate cost: $1000+

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BePositive 07 Jul 2016

Update: I have used Zabs again and again since 2014, most recently to install a rainwater tank and pump, new guttering, downpipe and associated drainage. An expert job (as expected), good value and no mess afterwards. Exceptional business in a field dominated by cowboys. Six stars ******

BePositive 15 May 2018

Since this review was originally published, I had Zab's do several more plumbing jobs, some of them quite complex. All work was excellent and prices reasonable. Highly recommended.

Zabs Plumbing 09 Nov 2018

Thanks again mate, always happy to help :)

21 Oct 2014

Installation of new storm water under ground with new down pipe. Fantastic service, prompt: and nice people to have working around your home. Would definitely use Zabs Plumbing again. Highly recommended!

Zabs Plumbing 23 Oct 2014

Thanks a lot for the feedback Marg!

verified email - 13 Oct 2014

Fantastic service. Available for Saturday appointments. Would not hesitate to recommend. Definitely will use Zab's Plumbing for any future work.

Approximate cost: $77.00

Zabs Plumbing 23 Oct 2014

Thanks Ros, happy to help!

04 Oct 2014

Luke from zaps plumbing was very professional, friendly and helpful. He was very flexible and was available at odd hours when we needed urgent help. And very reasonable price too. I would recommend Luke to everyone who needs any plumbing.

03 Oct 2014

Luke from Zabs Plumbing came to my house, gave me a realistic quote on installing an infinity hot water system, then returned' carried out the job hassle free keeping me informed step by step. I have recomended zabs plumbing to family and friends and will continue to do so. Very happy customer.

Zabs Plumbing 09 Nov 2014

Thanks Andrew, appreciate it.