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Average rating of plumbers near Richmond
4.8 based on 918 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Richmond receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 918 reviews.

Your Choice Plumbers

4.9
167 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 33 118 656 830 Special Offer
Servicing Richmond
Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
Licence No. 45964 Master Plumbers Association Member Complimentary Property Protection Audit
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"Based on reviews, I chose Your Choice Plumbers 3 years ago & they've been our absolute 'go to' ever since !!! Armin..."

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Sustainable Solar & Plumbing

Reviewed this month
4.9
161 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer
Servicing Richmond
Wednesday: 7:00am to 5:00pm
Most reviewed for: General plumbing
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"Simon arrived on time and completed the job quickly and efficiently. He took time at the job completion to run..."

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The Blockage Doctor

Reviewed recently
5.0
79 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 57 613 754 037 Special Offer
Servicing Richmond
Wednesday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 112121 Lifetime warranty Senior and pensioner discounts
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"I had severe kitchen drainage clocked before calling them. This was my second time using them to help after they..."

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NewGen Solar & Heat Pumps

5.0
51 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 75 160 075 963
Servicing Richmond
Wednesday: 8:00am-6:00pm
Hot water heat pump experts since 2012 Fully qualified & accredited installers
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"Thanks for a great job with excellent communication from Ben and the tradesmen were polite, punctual and efficient...."

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W & M Plumbing Service

5.0
5 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 24 125 084 997
Servicing Richmond
Wednesday: 8.30am to 4:30pm
Licence No. 25954 40+ years experience Member of Master Plumbers Association
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"We have been very happy with the workers from W&M plumbing. They have been great and helpful. Going the extra mile...."

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Sven's Plumbing and Gas

5.0
150 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
ABN: 37 609 669 150
Hawthorn VIC
Wednesday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 106448

"Came out twice to do a site inspection pending further work. Made good recommendations, and very honestly - they were..."

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Inner City Plumbing

4.6
24 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.5
Abbotsford VIC

"I cannot praise the services provided by Inner City Plumbing highly enough. I needed assistance for installation of a..."

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Gaschill

4.8
19 reviews
Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.8
Melbourne VIC

"I would highly recommend Gaschill for all of your heating, cooling and hot water system requirements. I have had them..."

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Rightnow Services

4.6
11 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.6
ABN: 37 664 991 351 2023 Award Special Offer
Melbourne VIC
Wednesday: On call 24 hours

"Would highly recommend prime plumbing amazing service super quick and professional"

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Market Intelligence

Richmond plumber reviews and ratings

Data-driven insights based on 918 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

86 / 100
Local Service Score
10 Award Winners
$1,170 median Typical Cost most jobs $475–$2,250
97% Positive Feedback

Richmond is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 60% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,170. 25 plumbers service the area with 918 customer reviews.

Going rates

Most jobs range from $475 to $2,250. Nearby: Cremorne ($1,420), Abbotsford ($1,420), Burnley ($625).

Area profile in brief

At median age 34, Richmond's younger population is more engaged with review platforms — local plumber reviews run 333% above the Victorian average, keeping ratings current.

Timing & availability

Review patterns in Richmond suggest plumber demand runs hottest in May and coolest in September — if your timing is flexible, booking outside peak can shorten the wait.

Reviews & ratings

At 45.9 plumber reviews a year — 333% above the Victorian average — Richmond collects more feedback per year than typical for the state.

Based on 918 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

45.9 / yr Review velocity +219%
4.8 stars Avg rating
$1,600 Typical cost +100%
5.0 stars Service rating
36.7 avg Reviews / provider
8.7 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Richmond area

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Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Richmond area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2007 1 4.0 no prices reported
2008 1 5.0 no prices reported
2009 3 5.0 $1,500
2010 6 4.5 no prices reported
2011 21 5.0 $300
2012 12 5.0 $223
2013 21 4.7 $485
2014 51 4.7 $290
2015 157 4.9 $400
2016 78 4.9 $288
2017 70 4.8 $575
2018 99 4.9 $390
2019 40 4.7 $600
2020 72 5.0 $2,900
2021 126 4.9 $400
2022 43 5.0 $390
2023 60 4.6 $1,118
2024 47 4.7 $1,750
2025 5 3.4 $1,600
2026 5 5.0 no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Richmond area profile ABS Census 2021

28,587 Population
24.2% Own with mortgage
15.6% Houses
$2,245 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 Richmond 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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Plumbers in Richmond — FAQs

How much does a plumber cost in Richmond?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Richmond typically charge between $475 and $2,250. This is 60% above the Victorian average.

What time of year does plumber demand peak in Richmond?

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

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

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Richmond has 918 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 7 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

What is the average plumber rating in Richmond?

Plumbers in Richmond have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 918 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

What makes Richmond different when it comes to plumber work?

At median age 34, Richmond's younger population is more engaged with review platforms — local plumber reviews run 333% above the Victorian average, keeping ratings current. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Richmond has apartments make up 53% of housing, a median age of 34, a median household income of $2,245/week.

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