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Rating: 4.7 (335 reviews)

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4.7 based on 335 reviews of 25 businesses

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4.9

161 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer

Servicing Fitzroy

Monday: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Most reviewed for: General plumbing

Photos from Sustainable Solar & Plumbing

"Wanting to install a Reclaim split system water heater, I contacted Reclaim, who referred me to SS&P. They were..."

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 24 125 084 997

Servicing Fitzroy

Monday: 8.30am to 4:30pm

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

Photos from W & M Plumbing Service

"We have used W&M's plumbing service twice. On both occasions we were very satisfied with the service. The personnels..."

4.4

67 reviews

Quality 4.4 Service 4.4 Value 4.4

2024 Award

Melbourne VIC

Monday: 24 hours

"Found a small problem, Metropolitan Plumbing had it fixed the same day I called. Thanks so much."

4.6

24 reviews

Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.5

Abbotsford VIC

"Fast response, arrived same afternoon Good to deal with."

4.3

4 reviews

Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3

Fitzroy VIC

"'Had full hydronic heating system fitted."

4.8

19 reviews

Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.8

Melbourne VIC

"I had hot water system and ducted heating installed by Gaschill. Luke, Mariane, Liam and Dean are extremely..."

5.0

9 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Carlton VIC

Monday: Always Open

"Punctual, polite, and very professional. We will be using this plumbing service again. Thank you."

4.6

11 reviews

Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.6

ABN: 37 664 991 351 2023 Award Special Offer

Melbourne VIC

Monday: On call 24 hours

"Definitely would recommend They came out the same day to check out hot water system, and replaced it the following..."

4.3

10 reviews

Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3

Melbourne VIC

"Friendly, professional staff. Provided great advice and fixed the problems on site with minimal fuss. highly..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Carlton North VIC

"Tom came highly recommended by family in Princes Hill who had him do their new roof. From the first phone call, I was..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Abbotsford VIC

"I had an emergency at my place of business, i called for a Plumber, the staff where helpful and understanding of my..."

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Had a problem with a gas cooktop that nobody else wanted to know about so I rang my Melbourne Plumber and they were..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Monday: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

"Fantastic service, I like their service because they have completed my work on time and behaved as a professional and..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Very efficient and quick service. A plumber was organized the next day to come out and inspect and detect the issue..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Abbotsford VIC

"Very impressed and reasonably priced. Delta’s plumber arrived on time the same day to fix our hot water service...."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"I can not speak highly enough about this plumber. He did an excellent job and more than quoted for, for the best..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Courteous, efficient and honest service. Thanks for a job well done. Very friendly service. Pleasure doing business..."

4.5

2 reviews

Quality 4.5 Service 4.5 Value 4.5

Melbourne VIC

"I used Cragg Plumbing for a broken showerhead & hot water issues (they was recommended to me via a work colleague)..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.5

Melbourne VIC

"I needed some major work done on a storm water drain on my property thanks to invasive tree roots. Cain Smyth was..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Monday: 24 Hours Open

"im very happy with there service and price "

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Had Complete Aqua Services just finish our full sewer and stormwater replacement. My wife and I would recommend the..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"I recently had a blocked pipe that I was unable to fix, so I called Blueys Plumbing and Gasfitting. Joe was around on..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Monday: 24 x 7

"Very coordinated and effective service. A few months ago they installed our Air Conditioning and we had no problem...."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Excellent emergency service and truly professional work. Would highly recommend"

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"After realizing, at 11pm on a holiday Monday night, that I had a leak in my ceiling I started calling around for a..."

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Market Intelligence

Plumbers near Fitzroy

Data-driven insights based on 335 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

78 / 100

Local Service Score

5 Award Winners

$1,550 median Typical Cost most jobs $974–$2,250

95% Positive Feedback

Fitzroy is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 60% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,550. 25 plumbers service the area with 335 customer reviews.

Cost guide

Most jobs range from $974 to $2,250. Nearby: Collingwood ($1,750), Carlton ($1,550), East Melbourne ($1,600).

Booking guidance

Based on historical reviews, May is the busiest month for plumbers in Fitzroy and January the quietest — worth planning around if you can.

Local factors

Ratings & trust

Review flow in Fitzroy runs above typical: 18.6 new plumber reviews a year (75% above the Victorian average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.

Based on 335 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

18.6 / yr Review velocity +29%

4.7 stars Avg rating below avg

$1,600 Typical cost +100%

5.0 stars Service rating

13.4 avg Reviews / provider

24.0 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Fitzroy area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Fitzroy area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2009	1	5.0	$120
2010	1	5.0	no prices reported
2011	17	4.9	$340
2012	9	5.0	$223
2013	10	4.5	$485
2014	30	4.7	$975
2015	22	4.8	$400
2016	13	4.7	no prices reported
2017	7	5.0	$500
2018	28	4.8	$728
2019	20	4.6	$600
2020	48	4.9	$1,050
2021	14	4.7	$1,325
2022	12	5.0	no prices reported
2023	51	4.5	$773
2024	45	4.6	$2,000
2025	4	3.0	$1,600
2026	3	5.0	no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Fitzroy area profile ABS Census 2021

10,431 Population

20.1% Own with mortgage

3.2% Houses

$2,194 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 Fitzroy 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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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.

Jobs posted in Fitzroy

1.34

Average quotes per job

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

These guys were fantastic. I had ongoing heater issues. They could have easily done the easy thing of replacing parts and charging me a fortune but they performed some magic with the ignition syste...

DOS

04 August 2020

Approximate cost: $264

Butler Plumbing

3.4

Fitzroy, VIC

I've had a plumber (Tab) from Butler Plumbing out twice now, after having had a number of other plumbers try and fix our ceiling leak but either not know what to do, or fail to actually fix it. ...

alkhe

23 August 2016

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 Fitzroy — FAQs

What should I expect to pay for a plumber in Fitzroy?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Fitzroy typically charge between $974 and $2,250. This is 60% above the Victorian average.

When should I book a plumber for the best availability?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Fitzroy tends to peak in May and is quietest in January. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

How do I find a good plumber in Fitzroy?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Fitzroy has 335 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Metropolitan Plumbing Melbourne (2024), Sustainable Solar & Plumbing (2023) and Rightnow Services (2023) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 2 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How well-rated are plumbers in Fitzroy?

Plumbers in Fitzroy have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 335 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the Victorian average of 4.85 stars.

How does the Fitzroy area shape local plumber demand?

Household incomes in Fitzroy ($2,194/week) run above the $1,748/week national median, and so does plumber pricing — 60% above the Victorian average. Comparing quotes can still find value within that band. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Fitzroy has apartments make up 59% of housing, a median age of 35, a median household income of $2,194/week.

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