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Rating: 4.9 (882 reviews)

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4.9 based on 882 reviews of 25 businesses

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5.0

186 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 25 156 020 825

Servicing Blackburn

Wednesday: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Licence No. 47186 35+ years of experience 500,000+ succesfull installs

Photos from Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling

Photo from Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling

"Excellent service from time of making appointment for the servicing of my cooler system, to job completion. Highly..."

4.9

167 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 33 118 656 830 Special Offer

Servicing Blackburn

Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00

Licence No. 45964 Master Plumbers Association Member Complimentary Property Protection Audit

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"Honesty is hard to find these days and Armin has helped us with several jobs and never overquotes. Good service every..."

4.9

161 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer

Servicing Blackburn

Wednesday: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Most reviewed for: General plumbing

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"Following referral from Reece Mentone, Darren responded to our call quickly. Being 11:00 amChristmas Eve, the gas..."

5.0

79 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 57 613 754 037 Special Offer

Servicing Blackburn

Wednesday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. 112121 Lifetime warranty Senior and pensioner discounts

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"After 2 different plumbers not being able to help us with concrete down our drain, the Blockage Doctor was able to..."

5.0

25 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified

Mitcham VIC

Wednesday: 8am - 4.30pm

"We initially came into contact with this business as contractors who were selected by the company designing and..."

5.0

51 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 75 160 075 963

Servicing Blackburn

Wednesday: 8:00am-6:00pm

Hot water heat pump experts since 2012 Fully qualified & accredited installers

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"Really happy we had NewGen Solar design & install our solar panels in Black Rock. Especially considering where power..."

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 24 125 084 997

Servicing Blackburn

Wednesday: 8.30am to 4:30pm

Licence No. 25954 40+ years experience Member of Master Plumbers Association

Photos from W & M Plumbing Service

"Fantastic trust worthy plumbers. Family run business who has great values and customer service which is hard to find..."

4.7

101 reviews

Quality 4.6 Service 4.8 Value 4.4

ABN: 70 063 715 074 Special Offer

Blackburn VIC

Wednesday: 24 HOURS

"I called Steve because our HWS had stopped heating. He answered quickly and said he would come as soon as he had..."

4.9

44 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Vermont South VIC

Wednesday: 7:30am-5:00pm

"We didn't know who to contact to fix a burst pipe at the front of the property. We are very pleased we chose Murphys..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Blackburn North VIC

"Came out straight away when requested and was very knowledgeable and professional. Col is a clever guy which you need..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Blackburn South VIC

"Very reasonably priced. Prompt service and good communication. Patient and friendly. Definitely recommend."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Blackburn North VIC

"Great service, very professional and polite. Garry was very accommodating to my needs and worked around my schedule..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Nunawading VIC

"Thank you John for your prompt and friendly service. Excellent work ethic.. could not be more pleased with..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Nunawading VIC

"Tony provided a reliable, friendly and importantly, a prompt service. He conducted a thorough analysis of our..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Box Hill VIC

"We had our old instant hot water service replaced with a storage one. This required some extra pipes and a small..."

4.5

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.0

Nunawading VIC

"We had a consultancy from Sustainable Plumbing. They new so much more about Solar, tanks and greywater than our..."

4.7

3 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.7

Forest Hill VIC

"Hello, I had John out to fix a burst pipe under the sink. He responded quickly to provide an assessment on the pipe..."

4.4

7 reviews

Quality 4.4 Service 4.4 Value 4.4

Donvale VIC

"Full disclosure: I am related to Phil and James so you know what you are getting in a review. I have had Phil and..."

5.0

4 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Box Hill North VIC

"Thank you Andrew for a job well done. The boys turned up on time, completed the installation quickly and left the..."

5.0

6 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Doncaster East VIC

"Ben came to my house at 6 oclock new years eve to fix a tap that I couldn't shut off, he was exceptional!"

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Vermont VIC

"Phil, Can you please pass on to your staff how well they conducted themselves and how good a job they did. I..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Burwood East VIC

"Replaced old gal cold water supply to our house. Great service, excellent communication, punctual, and completed the..."

5.0

9 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 5.0 Value 4.9

Surrey Hills VIC

"Karl McDonald was our plumber for our renovation in Malvern. He always turned up when he said ,responds to texts..."

5.0

10 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Doncaster East VIC

Wednesday: 7:00am-6:00pm

"I am very happy with the service from Alex at Lexpro Plumbing. He quoted promptly and did the job to my..."

5.0

10 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

2024 Award

Doncaster VIC

"Used Justin a number of times. My sister recommended him. He has been plumbing over 30 years so knows what he is..."

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Market Intelligence

Blackburn's plumber directory

Data-driven insights based on 882 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

86 / 100

Local Service Score

10 Award Winners

$875 median Typical Cost most jobs $498–$2,438

99% Positive Feedback

Blackburn is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 25% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $875. 25 plumbers service the area with 882 customer reviews. Blackburn plumbers recognised with Word of Mouth Service Awards: Konstant Maintenance Plumbing & Drainage Services (2017). Awards reflect sustained high customer ratings across a calendar year.

Price overview

Most jobs range from $498 to $2,438. Nearby: Blackburn North ($875), Blackburn South ($1,250), Nunawading ($1,250).

Suburb context

With incomes above the national median in Blackburn ($2,065/week vs $1,748/week), plumbers price accordingly — 25% above the Victorian average.

Seasonal demand

Plumbers in Blackburn tend to be busiest in June and quietest in January according to review data — booking during the quieter stretch often means more choice.

Customer experience

Blackburn sees 46.4 new plumber reviews a year — 338% above the Victorian average, a larger recent sample than comparable suburbs in the state.

Based on 882 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

46.4 / yr Review velocity +222%

4.9 stars Avg rating

$1,000 Typical cost +25%

5.0 stars Service rating

35.3 avg Reviews / provider

17.3 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Blackburn area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Blackburn area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2008	2	5.0	no prices reported
2009	6	5.0	$360
2010	42	4.7	$350
2011	35	4.9	$423
2012	26	5.0	$250
2013	42	4.7	$315
2014	105	4.8	$450
2015	79	4.8	$393
2016	103	4.9	$828
2017	116	5.0	$911
2018	119	5.0	$1,060
2019	35	4.8	$600
2020	29	5.0	$4,000
2021	58	4.9	$1,500
2022	43	5.0	$400
2023	21	5.0	$700
2024	16	4.8	$1,000
2025	1	5.0	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.

Blackburn area profile ABS Census 2021

14,478 Population

32.5% Own with mortgage

66% Houses

$2,065 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 Blackburn 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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Jobs posted in Blackburn

1.0

Average quotes per job

18.65 hrs

Average response time

Based on the most recent job posts for plumbers in Blackburn.

I was able to get Steve on the phone straight away for a blocked pipe, he gave me a reasonable quote sight unseen and was around in the morning, and let me know when he was running late. Steve was...

faesar

17 January 2018

Approximate cost: $250

Konstant Maintenance Plumbing & Drainage Services

4.7

Blackburn, VIC

Recommend the guys to anyone, quick ontime, great job. Honest and trustworthy. Called yesterday and they were here this morning.

adamf611

02 October 2017

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 Blackburn — FAQs

What are typical plumber prices in Blackburn?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Blackburn typically charge between $498 and $2,438. This is 25% above the Victorian average.

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

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Blackburn tends to peak in June and is quietest in January. 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 — Blackburn has 882 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. J&G Plumbing Solutions Pty Ltd (2024), Sustainable Solar & Plumbing (2023) and Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 7 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What rating do plumbers in Blackburn typically receive?

Plumbers in Blackburn have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 882 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

What should I know about Blackburn when hiring a plumber?

With incomes above the national median in Blackburn ($2,065/week vs $1,748/week), plumbers price accordingly — 25% above the Victorian average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Blackburn has 66% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 41, a median household income of $2,065/week.

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Price overview

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Customer experience

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Blackburn area

Blackburn area profile ABS Census 2021

What you can check before you call

Licences, where they’ve got them

What other customers paid

Reviews going back to 2007

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