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Rating: 4.8 (479 reviews)

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4.8 based on 479 reviews of 25 businesses

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4.9

167 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 33 118 656 830 Special Offer

Servicing Melbourne

Monday: 07:00 - 19:00

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

Photos from Your Choice Plumbers

"Excellent and honest service. From bookings to job completion. Armin was professional, explained everything and very..."

4.9

161 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer

Servicing Melbourne

Monday: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Most reviewed for: General plumbing

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"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 Melbourne

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."

4.8

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..."

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

"Zacs response to installing my split system was 'it will be awkward but we can do it' whereas as other companies I..."

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

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Hot water service went out. Rang them at 5.30 pm.At 7.30 am a plumber was in attendance to quote an advise .By 1 pm..."

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

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..."

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

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..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Monday: 7am - 6pm

"We moved into a new house and had a problem with dripping aluminium downpipes waking us up on rainy nights. I rang..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"We have had a stand alone studio constructed in our back yard at home. The studio includes a bathroom so we needed..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Monday: All Day

"Very helpful workers. Fixed things straight away. Very friendly too. I got fast efficient response Fixed ducted..."

5.0

9 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Carlton VIC

Monday: Always Open

"Great service! Would highly recommend these plumbers to anyone. Thanks again guys! "

5.0

6 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

ABN: 64 734 001 161

Melbourne VIC

Monday: 24Hours Open

"Called these guys for a dishwasher installation loved the service I received, the guys were clean and tidy and they..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Our professional plumbers in Melbourne can assist with all plumbing jobs. Our plumbers in Melbourne can handle any..."

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Market Intelligence

Plumbers servicing Melbourne

Data-driven insights based on 479 customer reviews collected between 2010 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

78 / 100

Local Service Score

6 Award Winners

$1,340 median Typical Cost most jobs $650–$2,000

96% Positive Feedback

Melbourne is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 60% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,340. 25 plumbers service the area with 479 customer reviews. Past Word of Mouth Service Award recipients among Melbourne plumbers: Metropolitan Plumbing Melbourne (2024), Rightnow Services (2023) and Gaschill (2020). The award goes to providers with consistently high ratings across a calendar year.

What it costs

Most jobs range from $650 to $2,000. Nearby: Southbank ($1,550), Carlton ($1,550), East Melbourne ($1,600).

Demand patterns

Demand for plumbers in Melbourne peaks around May and drops to its quietest in January based on review patterns — something to factor in if your job is flexible on dates.

About this suburb

What locals say

Review activity here is higher than typical: Melbourne averages 28.2 new plumber reviews a year — 166% above the Victorian average — a larger sample than most suburbs in the state.

Based on 479 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2010–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

28.2 / yr Review velocity +96%

4.8 stars Avg rating below avg

$1,600 Typical cost +100%

5.0 stars Service rating

19.2 avg Reviews / provider

4.6 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Melbourne area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Melbourne area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2010	1	5.0	no prices reported
2011	16	4.9	$340
2012	9	5.0	$223
2013	10	4.8	$670
2014	53	4.7	$275
2015	51	4.9	$270
2016	37	4.9	$400
2017	47	5.0	$575
2018	44	5.0	$408
2019	33	4.7	$600
2020	31	5.0	$1,050
2021	20	4.6	$662
2022	19	5.0	$390
2023	51	4.5	$773
2024	47	4.7	$1,500
2025	7	3.9	$1,600
2026	3	5.0	no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2010–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Melbourne area profile ABS Census 2021

54,941 Population

13.1% Own with mortgage

0.1% Houses

$1,448 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 Melbourne 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.

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Jobs posted in Melbourne

1.67

Average quotes per job

18.64 hrs

Average response time

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

I had severe kitchen drainage clocked before calling them. This was my second time using them to help after they cleared my drainage 7 years ago (unfortunately it was blocked again, which is reason...

XIN W.

10 August 2026

The Blockage Doctor

5.0

Bayswater, VIC

Brendan and Gray pur-ayan where very prompt an on time,did a excellent job and Gray after working for him 6 years knew what he was doing.highly recommend them.well priced on the woute

Henry N.

11 July 2026

Brendan Hocking

5.0

Melton West, VIC

great service , best professional

Simone K.

19 March 2026

Approximate cost: ~$295

My Xpert Plumbers

5.0

Somerton, VIC

Toilet overflow handled professionally

WP Plumbing helped us when our toilet overflowed during a family gathering. They showed up quickly, fixed the issue professionally, and made sure everything was clean before leaving. Highly reco...

Ace W.

29 January 2026

WP Plumbing

2.2

Coburg, VIC

Great service and a pleasure to deal with.

A few months ago Andrew and his team did a great job of installing a replacement hot water heater and updating our old watering system pipewrk where necessary. All done efficiently, and with great...

Ken P.

29 December 2025

Home to Garden Plumbing Service

5.0

Beaumaris, VIC

Efficient air heating and cooling, emerald vic

The staff at Efficient Air in Emerald are excellent to work with. They are friendly, knowledgeable and appointment days and times are kept. We replaced our old split system with a new one and were ...

Steve & Nev W.

13 October 2025

Efficient Air

5.0

Emerald, VIC

Highly recommended local plumber

Very nice and professional plumber with a reasonable price! After repaired the leaking part, Nick carefully checked the surrounding area to ensure no more leaks. At the end, he found another leak ...

Carrie S.

03 October 2025

Yahpoo Plumbing

4.0

Blackburn North, VIC

Boundary shaft repair

Chris Manly and the team at Manly Plumbing were the utmost professionals when repairing a shattered boundary shaft and property branch at my home. The job required a 3-meter excavation, which they ...

Bill M.

27 July 2025

Manly Plumbing Service

3.0

Kew, VIC

Five stars!

We used Punctual Plumbers to reconnect our gas heating service. Their communication was quick and always very polite. Great value for money. Would definitely use them again

Dale W.

06 July 2025

Punctual Plumbers

3.7

St Kilda East, VIC

Carrum Downs, VIC Email verified

Work from home Thursday and Fridays so they are the good days for job to be done. No leaks if taps not used so okay to wait.

"Great service with good communication and friendly to boot!..."

5.0

Hampton, VIC

Toilet inlet valve replacement. Cistern difficult to move. I have the part.

Nunawading, VIC Email verified

easily accessible. Aquamax gas hws approx 12 years old Can this be repaired? - please quote approx $$$ please reply via email

Doreen, VIC

Potential gas leak, knew we had a seal wearing but I think it's gone. Two leaking taps and a solar panel for hot water system leaking (just needs a new valve put in but I don't trust myself on a wet roof),

Richmond, VIC

Needing a new kitchen tap installed, happy to self-supply if that's an option

Reservoir, VIC

We require a good, reputable plumber to install new taps in our shower. We have weak water pressure in this shower and my brother in law (plumber but too far away to assist) said pressure will only improve with new taps. We expect some of the wall tiles may need to come out.

Rowville, VIC Email verified

Hi, we're looking for a plumber to assess our current hot water system at our premises in South Yarra. We've just confirmed that the system is working, but it appears to be too small for our current hot water demand. The hot water runs out / isn't sufficient during normal use, so we may need t...

Aspendale, VIC Email verified

Cheltenham, VIC Email verified

Melbourne, VIC

I want to replace my old system with a newer one ,Im told I might need to add more ventilation

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 Melbourne — FAQs

How much does a plumber cost in Melbourne?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Melbourne typically charge between $650 and $2,000. This is 60% above the Victorian average.

What time of year does plumber demand peak in Melbourne?

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

How can I tell if a plumber in Melbourne is worth hiring?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Melbourne has 479 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 3 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What is the average plumber rating in Melbourne?

Plumbers in Melbourne have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 479 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the national average of 4.85 stars.

What makes Melbourne different when it comes to plumber work?

Melbourne's young profile (median age 29) shows in review activity: locals leave 166% more plumber reviews than the Victorian average, so the ratings here reflect recent, engaged customer experiences. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Melbourne has apartments make up 99% of housing, a median age of 29, a median household income of $1,448/week.

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What it costs

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About this suburb

What locals say

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Melbourne area

Melbourne 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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Recent plumber reviews in Melbourne

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Simone K.

Toilet overflow handled professionally

Ace W.

Great service and a pleasure to deal with.

Ken P.

Efficient air heating and cooling, emerald vic

Steve & Nev W.

Highly recommended local plumber

Carrie S.

Boundary shaft repair

Bill M.

Five stars!

Dale W.

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