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Word of Mouth plumbers in Templestowe receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 232 reviews.
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"Really happy we had NewGen Solar design & install our solar panels in Black Rock. Especially considering where power..."
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"Fantastic trust worthy plumbers. Family run business who has great values and customer service which is hard to find..."
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"Alex is a responsible plumber, he replaced my gas control valve for my hot water heater and the next day the pilot..."
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"They really live up to their name, doctoring my drains so well. They did a wonderful job at a great rate"
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"Rod is both friendly and professional. When he quotes for a job, he directs you to suppliers that offer..."
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"I am very happy with the service from Alex at Lexpro Plumbing. He quoted promptly and did the job to my..."
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"Used Justin a number of times. My sister recommended him. He has been plumbing over 30 years so knows what he is..."
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"I would like to thank the team at Harley Plumbing for their friendliness, professionalism and incredibly quick and..."
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"Kitchen & external drainage (a large job) I have the utmost faith and trust in Jamie in the house and doing the..."
"Ben came to my house at 6 oclock new years eve to fix a tap that I couldn't shut off, he was exceptional!"
"Very quick friendly service"
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"We rolled up one day to find that our hot water service if not working. We got them as they have been around in the..."
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"Fitted an Electric Hot Water Service at very short notice. Brett was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Fastidious..."
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"I called Footprints Plumbing as we had a leaking tap that was dripping uncontrollably. Out of 3 plumbers I called,..."
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"I have been using Jamison Plumbing for many years, and have recommended them to both my employer and my mother. ..."
"Excellent work. Easy to talk to. Showed up on time and completed the job. We needed to add an extra toilet to our..."
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"With R N Plumbing the job is done once and done properly thanks for your fantastic service greatly appreciated. "
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"If you're after a plumber who is not only reasonable with price, but is also a perfectionist and will do the job..."
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"Amazing service We had all of our cold water pipes and hot water pipes and hot water system expertly replaced. Mick..."
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"We had a new continuous flow hot water service, gas meter upgrade, new gas pipes, and piping for central heating..."
"'Having had 2 plumbers out already and did not fix Express Drains knew what they were doing and fixed the problem.'"
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"We had an urgent need for a plumber while in the middle of a small renovation job. Ray was able to come within an..."
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Insights for plumbers servicing Templestowe
In total, 1008 jobs have recently been posted for plumbers on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace, with 2 in Templestowe. The average quote response time is 2.8 hours. Quotes sent back through the marketplace average $574 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.
46 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
Plumbers in Templestowe
Data-driven insights based on 393 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses
Templestowe has an unusually strong field of plumbers — six of the 25 servicing the area have earned a recent Word of Mouth Service Award (24% award rate), with 393 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.9 stars.
About the area
Templestowe's median household income is $2,163/week — above the national median of $1,748/week — and local plumbers pricing reflects this, running 19% above the Victorian average.
When to book
If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows plumber demand in Templestowe tends to peak around June and ease off in February — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.
Typical costs
Based on customer-reported pricing from our review data, plumbers servicing Templestowe typically charge a median of $1,000, with most jobs ranging from $650 to $2,000 — 19% above the Victorian average. Nearby: Doncaster East ($1,000), Templestowe Lower ($1,000), Doncaster ($1,000). Quotes above $2,000 sit in the top 25% of reviewed jobs for the area — a useful benchmark when comparing estimates.
Reviews & trust
With 19.7 new reviews per year — 86% above the Victorian average — Templestowe has more recent plumber feedback on file than a typical area in the state.
Based on 393 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Templestowe area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2008 | 4 | 5.0 | $1,600 |
| 2009 | 5 | 4.4 | no prices reported |
| 2010 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 19 | 4.8 | $260 |
| 2012 | 10 | 5.0 | $223 |
| 2013 | 16 | 4.7 | $610 |
| 2014 | 26 | 4.8 | $375 |
| 2015 | 24 | 4.8 | $400 |
| 2016 | 49 | 4.9 | $2,248 |
| 2017 | 35 | 5.0 | $295 |
| 2018 | 68 | 5.0 | $325 |
| 2019 | 15 | 4.7 | $1,200 |
| 2020 | 16 | 4.9 | $2,900 |
| 2021 | 42 | 5.0 | $1,500 |
| 2022 | 28 | 5.0 | $400 |
| 2023 | 14 | 5.0 | $700 |
| 2024 | 15 | 4.7 | $1,000 |
| 2025 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2026 | 4 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Templestowe 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 Templestowe 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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Recent plumber reviews in Templestowe
I have been unlucky with blocked drains and toilets in my time and used Dr Draino on one occasion when I was living in Glen Waverley. I've since moved to the Western suburbs and had a hot water hea...
I found them highly technical and efficient solving my drain block using high pressure air guns and race jet. They have got experienced plumbers I think. I took their service 2 times and both were ...
Very happy to have prompt and reliable service. I have been giving your number to all family and friends. Alex is skilled and efficient.
Thank you to Alex and Patrick for servicing our major gas pipe leak last week. Alex runs through the diagnostics, and breaks down the plan of work to me and certainly finishes the job well. He is h...
Recent plumber jobs in Templestowe
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Excessive water enters from basement soil into the lower level rumpus when there is heavy rain or when it has been raining continuously for a prolonged period.
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Leaking water from upstairs flowing downstairs
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Plumbers in Templestowe — FAQs
How much does a plumber cost in Templestowe?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Templestowe typically charge between $650 and $2,000. This is 19% above the Victorian average.
What time of year does plumber demand peak in Templestowe?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Templestowe 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 Templestowe is worth hiring?
Start by comparing customer reviews — Templestowe has 393 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. J&G Plumbing Solutions Pty Ltd (2024), The Blockage Doctor (2022) and NewGen Solar & Heat Pumps (2022) 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.
What is the average plumber rating in Templestowe?
Plumbers in Templestowe have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 393 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.85 stars.
What makes Templestowe different when it comes to plumber work?
Templestowe's median household income is $2,163/week — above the national median of $1,748/week — and local plumbers pricing reflects this, running 19% above the Victorian average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Templestowe has 78% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 46, a median household income of $2,163/week.