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Word of Mouth plumbers in Kalorama receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 187 reviews.
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"I have had 2 systems installed by Newgen, the quality of workmanship has been brilliant. Both systems are working fine. "
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"The plumber and apprentice who came to clear the roof and gutters of the large quantity of gum leaves blown onto it..."
"Thank you for your great service. Calling a plumber on a Sunday morning is not what most people want to do on their..."
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"A very professional and friendly lady plumber. She was prompt on arrival and explained what needed to be done...."
"Job done well. Easy to deal with, friendly service."
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"We had Dean out recently to look at our pipes, which need replacing. He quoted us on a few odd jobs we needed doing. ..."
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"Prompt & professional service. Nathan was great and fixed our broken water main very quickly. We called up on a..."
"Thank you for plumbing our new home Actual Plumbing Solutions. Very Professional service. We couldn't be happier with..."
"James is fantastic. I have now used him multiple times and he is always on time and very reasonably priced - Kristen"
"thank you graham, i was very impressed on your quality of work, reasonable price and on time."
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"After no success with a few other plumbers, Ayden was really good at both diagnosing the issue and more importantly,..."
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"I first found Eastham Plumbing for changing my toilet suite. On time for quote and on time to complete the..."
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"Very impressed with Adams professionalism, punctuality and friendliness . Wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to..."
"Installed a sink/mixer/dishwasher and cooktop. Friendly, prompt and was happy to explain exactly what he was doing..."
"GREAT COMMUNICATION! excellent plumber, Greg re-did our roof and what a fabulous job he did, in such fast but quality..."
"Highly professional, with great personal service. They arrived when they said they would, and resolved the problem..."
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"A plumbing service that returns your call promptly, sticks to appointment times, completes work in a neat and orderly..."
"great plumber, friendly nature"
"'I'd be more than happy to recommend The Pipe Man!'"
"'skilled person with good bargin skill.'"
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"At VERY short notice I called PANORAMA Plumbing LILYDALE, I had been let down by another plumber - they were terrific..."
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"Hans has done several jobs for me including problems with water hammer, excessive water pressure, replacing a faulty..."
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Insights for plumbers servicing Kalorama
In total, 899 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 50.3 hours. Quotes sent back through the marketplace average $606 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.
45 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
Kalorama plumber reviews and ratings
Data-driven insights based on 187 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data
There are 25 plumbers servicing Kalorama, with 187 customer reviews on file to help narrow your shortlist, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars — above the Victorian average of 4.85, with ratings on an upward trend in recent years.
Timing & availability
Review patterns in Kalorama suggest plumber demand runs hottest in June and coolest in February — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.
Going rates
The typical plumber job in Kalorama runs $4,300 at the median, with the bulk of jobs sitting between $1,500 and $5,700 based on review data — 14% below the Victorian average. Nearby: Olinda ($4,025), Montrose ($3,750), Mount Dandenong ($3,750). Quotes above $5,700 sit in the top 25% of reviewed jobs for the area — a useful benchmark when comparing estimates.
Area profile in brief
Interesting pattern in Kalorama: income runs above the national median ($2,087/week vs $1,748/week) but local plumbers price 14% below the Victorian average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that.
Reviews & ratings
At 11.7 plumber reviews a year — 10% above the Victorian average — Kalorama collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.
Based on 187 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Kalorama area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 4 | 4.8 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 14 | 4.9 | no prices reported |
| 2012 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2013 | 6 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2014 | 12 | 4.8 | no prices reported |
| 2015 | 3 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2016 | 38 | 5.0 | $2,248 |
| 2017 | 22 | 5.0 | $765 |
| 2018 | 22 | 5.0 | $500 |
| 2019 | 3 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2020 | 6 | 5.0 | $4,500 |
| 2021 | 29 | 5.0 | $362 |
| 2022 | 19 | 4.8 | $4,300 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2024 | 2 | 5.0 | $865 |
| 2026 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Kalorama 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 Kalorama 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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Average cost $75 - $500
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Plumbers in Kalorama — FAQs
How much does a plumber cost in Kalorama?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Kalorama typically charge between $1,500 and $5,700. This is 14% more affordable than the Victorian average.
What time of year does plumber demand peak in Kalorama?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Kalorama tends to peak in June and is quietest in February. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
How can I tell if a plumber in Kalorama is worth hiring?
Start by comparing customer reviews — Kalorama has 187 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. The Blockage Doctor (2022) and NewGen Solar & Heat Pumps (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
What is the average plumber rating in Kalorama?
Plumbers in Kalorama have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 187 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.85 stars.
What makes Kalorama different when it comes to plumber work?
Interesting pattern in Kalorama: income runs above the national median ($2,087/week vs $1,748/week) but local plumbers price 14% below the Victorian average. Worth comparing quotes to take advantage of that. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Kalorama has 99% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 43, a median household income of $2,087/week.