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Word of Mouth plumbers in Burnley receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 828 reviews.
Sustainable Solar & Plumbing
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"Simon came out at the last minute and changed my broken hot water system. They are well priced and did a wonderful..."
The Blockage Doctor
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"From initial contact to completion of the job, you have been amazing! Friendly, professional and very prompt. Thank..."
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"I recently had a Sanden Eco plus unit installed by Ben and the team and they made it easy and the job was really..."
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"We have used W&M's plumbing service twice. On both occasions we were very satisfied with the service. The personnels..."
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"Sven’s team laid everything out for us up- front, gave good advice consistent with what a previous plumber had..."
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"Called in morning with leaking toilet and was told someone would be there by 1230 and given an idea of what I would..."
"Looking for 24 hour blocked drains services? Then I will recommend to you Guardian Plumbing. They are really the..."
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"The staff, both admin and plumbers are always helpful and willing to work. Sam organised the project so well..."
"Had an emergency last week. Richmond Plumbing and Roofing was recommended. Could not fault their prompt service and..."
"GEROC Plumbing renovated my bathroom at home and my wife and I love it! Their attention to detail was fantastic. I..."
"Prompt same-day service, arrived on time & very considerate of home. Job was done in time & cost predicted and great..."
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"Bernie Phyland is a wonderful plumber! His work is fantastic and he is a really nice person. He is very quick and he..."
"Friendly professional service, great price and excellent job on my roof gutters. I highly recommend Blair and his..."
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"Excellent customer service, prompt, efficient and reasonably priced. I will certainly use again and highly recommend..."
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"Tim has been doing work for us, and our immediate family for many years now. He is professional, reasonably priced,..."
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"Very impressed and reasonably priced. Delta’s plumber arrived on time the same day to fix our hot water service...."
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"Absolutely fantastic service!! The plumber called to let me know he was on the way, arrived up on time and was..."
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"Had a burst pipe on a public holiday, joey looked after me with a very reasonable price."
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"Really wonderful. I hired them as they are set up just near my house. They were punctual and affordable"
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"Female Choice provided a professional and efficient service with the customer in mind. Gary our Plumber was..."
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"Very fortunate to find Darebin Gas very helpful staff . Jose Keilor Downs"
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"Would highly recommend, very professional, efficient and a pleasure to deal with. No need to hire anybody else when..."
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"Engaged Martyn to diagnose a Bosch Hydronic system that other individuals couldn't fix. He performed a complete..."
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"Hames Reid replaced 2 toilets which were past their use by date. They did a great job, more than $1000 cheaper than..."
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Insights for plumbers servicing Burnley
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
Plumbers in Burnley
Data-driven insights based on 828 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 4 trust signal responses
Burnley is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 60% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $625. 25 plumbers service the area with 828 customer reviews.
Typical costs
Most jobs range from $400 to $1,900. Nearby: Toorak ($585), Hawthorn ($600), Richmond ($1,170).
About the area
Burnley's younger demographic (median age 32) reviews plumbers 291% more than the Victorian average — the ratings here reflect a particularly active, engaged consumer base.
When to book
If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows plumber demand in Burnley tends to peak around May and ease off in September — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.
Reviews & trust
With 41.4 new reviews per year — 291% above the Victorian average — Burnley has more recent plumber feedback on file than a typical area in the state.
Based on 828 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Burnley area
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| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
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| 2007 | 2 | 3.5 | $250 |
| 2008 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2009 | 4 | 5.0 | $1,500 |
| 2010 | 8 | 4.6 | $3,750 |
| 2011 | 22 | 5.0 | $300 |
| 2012 | 12 | 5.0 | $223 |
| 2013 | 23 | 4.5 | $485 |
| 2014 | 42 | 4.7 | $290 |
| 2015 | 159 | 4.9 | $400 |
| 2016 | 81 | 4.9 | $288 |
| 2017 | 70 | 4.8 | $575 |
| 2018 | 100 | 4.9 | $385 |
| 2019 | 31 | 4.8 | $600 |
| 2020 | 58 | 5.0 | $2,900 |
| 2021 | 121 | 5.0 | $399 |
| 2022 | 45 | 4.9 | $400 |
| 2023 | 28 | 5.0 | $650 |
| 2024 | 11 | 4.6 | $1,250 |
| 2025 | 4 | 4.0 | $1,600 |
| 2026 | 6 | 4.3 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Burnley 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 Burnley 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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What other customers paid
Where enough customers have reported it, the listing shows the typical price range for the job they reviewed.
Reviews going back to 2007
Australians have been reviewing local businesses here since 2007. How we handle reviews, disputes and removals is set out in our Fair Play Policy.
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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 Burnley — FAQs
What are typical plumber prices in Burnley?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Burnley typically charge between $400 and $1,900. This is 60% above the Victorian average.
When is the best time to book a plumber in Burnley?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Burnley tends to peak in May and is quietest in September. 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 — Burnley has 828 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Sustainable Solar & Plumbing (2023), Rightnow Services (2023) and Your Choice Plumbers (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 4 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
What rating do plumbers in Burnley typically receive?
Plumbers in Burnley have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 828 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
What should I know about Burnley when hiring a plumber?
Burnley's younger demographic (median age 32) reviews plumbers 291% more than the Victorian average — the ratings here reflect a particularly active, engaged consumer base. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Burnley has a median age of 32, a median household income of $2,423/week.