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Rating: 4.9 (850 reviews)

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4.9 based on 850 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 Forest Hill

Monday: 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

"I appreciate the pleasant environment while outside temperatures try to reach 40. Shane was pleasant, helpful,..."

4.9

167 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 33 118 656 830 Special Offer

Servicing Forest Hill

Monday: 07:00 - 19:00

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

Photos from Your Choice Plumbers

"Based on reviews, I chose Your Choice Plumbers 3 years ago & they've been our absolute 'go to' ever since !!! Armin..."

4.9

161 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer

Servicing Forest Hill

Monday: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Most reviewed for: General plumbing

Photos from Sustainable Solar & Plumbing

"Simon arrived on time and completed the job quickly and efficiently. He took time at the job completion to run..."

5.0

25 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

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Mitcham VIC

Monday: 8am - 4.30pm

"The business is professional and efficient. Many thanks to Jack who kept us informed during the whole process of..."

5.0

79 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 57 613 754 037 Special Offer

Servicing Forest Hill

Monday: On call 24 hours

Licence No. 112121 Lifetime warranty Senior and pensioner discounts

Photos from The Blockage Doctor

"I had severe kitchen drainage clocked before calling them. This was my second time using them to help after they..."

5.0

51 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Verified ABN: 75 160 075 963

Servicing Forest Hill

Monday: 8:00am-6:00pm

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

Photos from NewGen Solar & Heat Pumps

"Thanks for a great job with excellent communication from Ben and the tradesmen were polite, punctual and efficient...."

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 24 125 084 997

Servicing Forest Hill

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 been very happy with the workers from W&M plumbing. They have been great and helpful. Going the extra mile...."

4.7

101 reviews

Quality 4.6 Service 4.8 Value 4.4

ABN: 70 063 715 074 Special Offer

Blackburn VIC

Monday: 24 HOURS

"Steve is friendly, professional, did the work quickly and was focussed on the customer. Came around to quote the..."

4.9

44 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Vermont South VIC

Monday: 7:30am-5:00pm

" Great job done in an emergency situation. Excellent and professional service, mixed with fun personalities. I..."

4.7

3 reviews

Quality 4.7 Service 4.7 Value 4.7

Forest Hill VIC

"Quick response! Called at 4pm. Arrived same day at 5:30pm. Extremely friendly, efficient service! Thanks!"

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..."

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..."

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

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Burwood East VIC

"No plumber's crack here! Strictly professional, efficient, on time and well priced, these guys are welcone to clean..."

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

Mitcham VIC

"Came at short notice,friendly, fast and very happy, will be calling him everytime we have a plumping problem. Cheers..."

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..."

4.3

3 reviews

Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3

Mount Waverley VIC

"Excellent service, friendly and helpful, has done many jobs over the years for us and all done so professionally...."

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..."

4.4

7 reviews

Quality 4.4 Service 4.4 Value 4.4

Donvale VIC

"I had a garage roof leak,after obtaining quotes that were too expensive and "Rip Offs" I found Breeze Plumbing I..."

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..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Ringwood VIC

"Neil from Eastern Plumbing Works attended our property in Toorak for a blocked drain and with his jet machine and..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.0

Wantirna VIC

"I wanted some taps and shower heads replaced, a drain unblocked and a flue installed through my roof. This small..."

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Market Intelligence

Plumbers near Forest Hill

Data-driven insights based on 850 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

84 / 100

Local Service Score

8 Award Winners

$1,250 median Typical Cost most jobs $430–$4,163

99% Positive Feedback

Forest Hill is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 25% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,250. 25 plumbers service the area with 850 customer reviews.

Cost guide

Most jobs range from $430 to $4,163. Nearby: Vermont South ($1,250), Nunawading ($1,250), Blackburn South ($1,250).

Booking guidance

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

Ratings & trust

Review flow in Forest Hill runs above typical: 44.7 new plumber reviews a year (322% above the Victorian average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.

Based on 850 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

44.7 / yr Review velocity +210%

4.9 stars Avg rating

$1,250 Typical cost +56%

5.0 stars Service rating

34.0 avg Reviews / provider

23.2 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Forest Hill area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Forest Hill area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2008	1	5.0	no prices reported
2009	6	5.0	$360
2010	43	4.7	$350
2011	34	4.9	$423
2012	25	5.0	$250
2013	38	4.7	$315
2014	97	4.8	$450
2015	78	4.8	$400
2016	103	4.9	$828
2017	116	5.0	$911
2018	119	5.0	$1,060
2019	34	4.8	$500
2020	29	5.0	$4,000
2021	49	4.9	$473
2022	43	5.0	$400
2023	20	5.0	$650
2024	10	4.6	$1,250
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.

Forest Hill area profile ABS Census 2021

10,780 Population

32.7% Own with mortgage

72% Houses

$1,658 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 Forest Hill 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

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Reviews going back to 2007

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Jobs posted in Forest Hill

1.0

Average quotes per job

19.55 hrs

Average response time

Based on the most recent job posts for plumbers in Forest Hill.

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

Plumbers in Forest Hill — FAQs

What are typical plumber prices in Forest Hill?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Forest Hill typically charge between $430 and $4,163. This is 25% above the Victorian average.

When is the best time to book a plumber in Forest Hill?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Forest Hill 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 — Forest Hill has 850 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Sustainable Solar & Plumbing (2023), Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling (2022) and Your Choice Plumbers (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 5 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What rating do plumbers in Forest Hill typically receive?

Plumbers in Forest Hill have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 850 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

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