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"Good communication, very fast and friendly. No hidden costs. Would highly recommend."
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Word of Mouth plumbers in Upper Ferntree Gully receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 747 reviews.
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"Had my in roof ducted heater serviced by Zac. He was friendly and very informative. He was efficient and honest. I..."
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"We used Your choice plumbers to remove an old gas pipe from the living room fire from under the house. Sam attended..."
Sustainable Solar & Plumbing
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"Sustainable Solar and Plumbing went above and beyond for us yesterday. We had been without hot water for over a week..."
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"NewGen installed a heat pump HWS for us over 3 years ago, and we couldn't be more pleased with the performance of our..."
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"We were extremely satisfied with the work carried out by W&M Plumbing. They arrived promptly at the arranged time,..."
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"Had a leaking tap in the shower, Warren and his team were wonderful. Called me and arrived on time. Would not..."
"'Andrew was very prompt and did th ejob the way I wanted to - I was very happy with the service'"
"Very happy with their communication, prompt service and performance. Turn around was great and good to see an..."
"Good response and came when he said he would"
"I have used Vogele Plumbing a few times in the last 4 years. I have found them to be efficient and prompt in their..."
"K & A Hurley plumbing provided a professional, efficient and comprehensive service from the moment I contacted them...."
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"We were very impressed with the quality of Azza’s work and his friendly, helpful approach. He works hard to ensure..."
"Very friendly, professional and reliable service. They have provided me with a fabulous new bathroom and I would be..."
"Fast friendly service and fantastic job. I would highly recommend Neil Jones Plumbing."
"This guy did a great job for a great price. He was more than happy to get dirty and crawl under the house where I..."
"Excellent service. Neil is very knowledgeable about plumbing. He quickly pointed out what caused the clogged drains..."
"I highly recommend Don. I know many people Don has worked for and they have always been very happy with his work. ..."
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" Quick respond and great price. Very friendly would recommend them . Fixed our blocked sewer and cleaned up all the..."
"Highly professional, with great personal service. They arrived when they said they would, and resolved the problem..."
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"Good man. Fair price. Quietly efficient. Extremely trustworthy. Thoroughly recommend Greg to anyone. My first call..."
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"I had a colourbond downpipe replaced and a new external garden tap fitted. Plumber arrived exactly on time and was..."
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"Richard of R and L Fisher Plumbing is a very friendly, punctual plumber who I have used for years. He is reliable and..."
"Brian was extremely helpful in his explanation of what work was required. I was very impressed with his service and..."
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"Reliable,pleasant and hard working. Wouldn’t use anyone else"
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Insights for plumbers servicing Upper Ferntree Gully
In total, 1008 jobs have recently been posted for plumbers on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace, with 1 in Upper Ferntree Gully. Across Word of Mouth, the average quote response time for plumbers is 47.6 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
Upper Ferntree Gully plumbers
Data-driven insights based on 747 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses
Upper Ferntree Gully is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 25% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,500. 25 plumbers service the area with 747 customer reviews.
Pricing
Most jobs range from $460 to $4,025. Nearby: Tremont ($1,500), Upwey ($1,250), Ferntree Gully ($1,250).
Best time to book
Our review data points to June as the busiest month for plumbers in Upper Ferntree Gully, with January as the quietest — if your job can wait, booking in a quieter month usually means easier scheduling.
Local context
With household income in Upper Ferntree Gully at $2,039/week (vs $1,748/week nationally), local plumbers price at 25% above the Victorian average — in line with what the suburb's income profile would predict.
Customer feedback
Upper Ferntree Gully generates 39.3 new plumber reviews per year, running 271% above the Victorian average — giving you a larger sample to compare providers from than most comparable suburbs.
Based on 747 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Upper Ferntree Gully area
See the figures behind this chart
| Year | Reviews | Average rating out of 5 | Median reported cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2009 | 5 | 4.2 | no prices reported |
| 2010 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2011 | 17 | 4.9 | $270 |
| 2012 | 20 | 5.0 | $223 |
| 2013 | 31 | 4.8 | $1,300 |
| 2014 | 93 | 4.7 | $410 |
| 2015 | 74 | 4.9 | $354 |
| 2016 | 100 | 4.9 | $1,000 |
| 2017 | 103 | 5.0 | $1,450 |
| 2018 | 112 | 5.0 | $1,000 |
| 2019 | 39 | 4.8 | $400 |
| 2020 | 29 | 5.0 | $4,000 |
| 2021 | 47 | 4.9 | $462 |
| 2022 | 42 | 5.0 | $400 |
| 2023 | 18 | 5.0 | $1,875 |
| 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.
Upper Ferntree Gully 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 Upper Ferntree Gully 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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Average hourly rate $100 - $150
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Average cost $75 - $500
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Plumbers in Upper Ferntree Gully — FAQs
What should I expect to pay for a plumber in Upper Ferntree Gully?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Upper Ferntree Gully typically charge between $460 and $4,025. This is 25% above the Victorian average.
When should I book a plumber for the best availability?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Upper Ferntree Gully tends to peak in June and is quietest in January. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.
How do I find a good plumber in Upper Ferntree Gully?
Start by comparing customer reviews — Upper Ferntree Gully has 747 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Sustainable Solar & Plumbing (2023), The Blockage Doctor (2022) and Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling (2022) 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.
How well-rated are plumbers in Upper Ferntree Gully?
Plumbers in Upper Ferntree Gully have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 747 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
How does the Upper Ferntree Gully area shape local plumber demand?
With household income in Upper Ferntree Gully at $2,039/week (vs $1,748/week nationally), local plumbers price at 25% above the Victorian average — in line with what the suburb's income profile would predict. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Upper Ferntree Gully has 96% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 41, a median household income of $2,039/week.