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Word of Mouth plumbers in Canterbury receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 964 reviews.
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"Very efficient from first contact to installation of new gas ducted heating boiler by James and apprentice Shaun. ..."
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"I've had a few plumbers out, and this is by far the best local business I've tried. They were flexible with times,..."
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"Following referral from Reece Mentone, Darren responded to our call quickly. Being 11:00 amChristmas Eve, the gas..."
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"These guys are fabulous. Punctual, efficient and affordable."
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"NewGen Solar were recommended to us by a friend. We are very pleased that we went with them. Ben and the team were..."
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"The plumber and apprentice who came to clear the roof and gutters of the large quantity of gum leaves blown onto it..."
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"The guys are super friendly, professional and very prompt when making a booking. Happy to give advice and..."
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"Really wonderful. I hired them as they are set up just near my house. They were punctual and affordable"
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"Hugh came on time, was friendly, polite and courteous. He did the job (repair of a leaking pipe joint) quickly and..."
"I booked Karl to fix some taps and ask for advice about a broken sprinkler system. He was very informative, happy to..."
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"Tim has been doing work for us, and our immediate family for many years now. He is professional, reasonably priced,..."
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"Bernie Phyland is a wonderful plumber! His work is fantastic and he is a really nice person. He is very quick and he..."
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"17 August 2016 I am so happy with the work Blocked Drain Plumbers have just completed. Their service is prompt and..."
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"Overall experience was very good - we did have one problem but it was redone completely to our satisfaction. We..."
"We've used these guys twice for rental properties we own and they've been great Highly recommend"
"GEROC Plumbing renovated my bathroom at home and my wife and I love it! Their attention to detail was fantastic. I..."
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"Sustainable Plumbing Solutions specialize in installing rainwater tanks and grey water systems. They installed 2..."
"great service from andrew and the boys again. hot-water service was playing up and had a outside drain blocked spoke..."
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"We had our old instant hot water service replaced with a storage one. This required some extra pipes and a small..."
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"We had an issue with our toilet, the water was leaking out the back every time we flushed. The plumber from Toscano..."
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"Chris Manly and the team at Manly Plumbing were the utmost professionals when repairing a shattered boundary shaft..."
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"Hames Reid replaced 2 toilets which were past their use by date. They did a great job, more than $1000 cheaper than..."
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Market Intelligence
Canterbury's plumber directory
Data-driven insights based on 964 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses
Canterbury is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 92% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $625. 25 plumbers service the area with 964 customer reviews.
Price overview
Most jobs range from $400 to $2,750. Nearby: Camberwell ($650), Deepdene ($600), Balwyn ($650).
Suburb context
With incomes above the national median in Canterbury ($2,877/week vs $1,748/week), plumbers price accordingly — 92% above the Victorian average.
Seasonal demand
Plumbers in Canterbury tend to be busiest in May and quietest in September according to review data — booking during the quieter stretch often means more choice.
Customer experience
Canterbury sees 48.2 new plumber reviews a year — 289% above the Victorian average, a larger recent sample than comparable suburbs in the state.
Based on 964 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Canterbury area
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Canterbury 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 — 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 Canterbury 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 Canterbury — FAQs
How much does a plumber cost in Canterbury?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Canterbury typically charge between $400 and $2,750. This is 92% above the Victorian average.
What time of year does plumber demand peak in Canterbury?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Canterbury 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 Canterbury is worth hiring?
Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Canterbury has 964 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. Sustainable Solar & Plumbing (2023), Sven's Plumbing and Gas (2022) and Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 4 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
What is the average plumber rating in Canterbury?
Plumbers in Canterbury have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 964 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
What makes Canterbury different when it comes to plumber work?
With incomes above the national median in Canterbury ($2,877/week vs $1,748/week), plumbers price accordingly — 92% above the Victorian average. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Canterbury has 65% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 46, a median household income of $2,877/week.