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Average rating of plumbers near Kotara
4.4 based on 249 reviews of 14 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Kotara receive an average rating of 4.4 based off 249 reviews.

The Plumbing & Electrical Doctor

Reviewed recently
4.4
219 reviews
Quality 4.4 Service 4.5 Value 4.3
ABN: 84 106 001 932
Newcastle NSW
Saturday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 153563C
Most reviewed for: Blocked drain

"The technician was very knowledgeable and had the problem fixed in no time. Highly recommended."

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Plumbers near Kotara

Data-driven insights based on 249 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 1 trust signal responses

70 / 100
Local Service Score
1 Award Winners
92% Positive Feedback

Kotara plumbers average 4.4 stars — 0.5 stars below the NSW average of 4.87, though ratings have dipped slightly in recent years, based on 249 customer reviews across 25 plumbers servicing the area.

Booking guidance

Based on historical reviews, May is the busiest month for plumbers in Kotara and January the quietest — worth planning around if you can.

Local factors

Household incomes in Kotara ($2,077/week) run above the $1,748/week national median, and so does plumber pricing — 23% above the NSW average. Comparing quotes can still find value within that band.

Ratings & trust

Review flow in Kotara runs above typical: 15.6 new plumber reviews a year (36% above the NSW average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.

Cost guide

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, prices have risen 209% since 2009 (from $200 to $617 median), averaging 16.1% per year.

Based on 249 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

15.6 / yr Review velocity +6%
4.4 stars Avg rating below avg
$617 Typical cost -23%
1.0 stars Service rating
10.0 avg Reviews / provider
62.8 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Kotara area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Kotara area profile ABS Census 2021

3,980 Population
41.8% Own with mortgage
88.1% Houses
$2,077 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 Kotara 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 Kotara — FAQs

When are local plumbers least busy?

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

What's the best way to compare local plumbers?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Kotara has 249 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. The Plumbing & Electrical Doctor (2022) has earned a Word of Mouth Service Award — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

Are plumbers in Kotara well reviewed?

Plumbers in Kotara have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 249 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the NSW average of 4.87 stars.

Does Kotara's local character affect which plumbers are best suited to the area?

Household incomes in Kotara ($2,077/week) run above the $1,748/week national median, and so does plumber pricing — 23% above the NSW average. Comparing quotes can still find value within that band. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Kotara has 88% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 39, a median household income of $2,077/week.

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