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Rating: 4.7 (347 reviews)

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4.7 based on 347 reviews of 25 businesses

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4.9

161 reviews

Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer

Servicing Carlton North

Friday: 7:00am to 5:00pm

Most reviewed for: General plumbing

Photos from Sustainable Solar & Plumbing

"Simon came out at the last minute and changed my broken hot water system. They are well priced and did a wonderful..."

5.0

5 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.8

Verified ABN: 24 125 084 997

Servicing Carlton North

Friday: 8.30am to 4:30pm

Licence No. 25954 40+ years experience Member of Master Plumbers Association

Photos from W & M Plumbing Service

"We have used W&M's plumbing service twice. On both occasions we were very satisfied with the service. The personnels..."

4.4

67 reviews

Quality 4.4 Service 4.4 Value 4.4

2024 Award

Melbourne VIC

Friday: 24 hours

"The worker was wonderful and communicated very well, did the job perfectly and over all had no complaints. Definitely..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Carlton North VIC

"I have had Tom doing all of my plumbing work since I heard of them 12 months ago and I couldn't recommend him or his..."

4.6

24 reviews

Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.5

Abbotsford VIC

"The staff, both admin and plumbers are always helpful and willing to work. Sam organised the project so well..."

5.0

9 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Carlton VIC

Friday: Always Open

"Fast response time, explained the costs and procedures well and went above and beyond"

4.8

19 reviews

Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.8

Melbourne VIC

"We have been using Luke for a number of years now helping out with our customers heating and cooling needs, always..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

North Melbourne VIC

"My hot water tank was not heating. I didn't know whether the problem was electrical or a plumbing problem. Turned out..."

4.4

9 reviews

Quality 4.4 Service 4.4 Value 4.4

Brunswick VIC

"Great service and friendly team. AKA Plus Plumbing and Electrical were on time and on budget. I would definitely use..."

4.3

4 reviews

Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3

Fitzroy VIC

"'Great job done and good price for full heating system. Highly efficient and friendly service.'"

4.3

10 reviews

Quality 4.3 Service 4.3 Value 4.3

Melbourne VIC

"Zak and his team put in a full hydronic heating system last week - 10 panels throughout the house - and I can highly..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Brunswick VIC

"Great company! True professionals who go above and beyond to ensure their customers are satisfied. Highly recommend..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Northcote VIC

"Service is reasonably priced. Staff are friendly, helpful and punctual. Excellent service!"

4.6

11 reviews

Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.6

ABN: 37 664 991 351 2023 Award Special Offer

Melbourne VIC

Friday: On call 24 hours

"Had a burst pipe on a public holiday, joey looked after me with a very reasonable price."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Brunswick VIC

"This business is very reliable, considerate and extremely professional. It also helps that his rates are better than..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

ABN: 54 606 612 248

Brunswick VIC

"Highly recommended! We had Expert Plumbing out to our house, as we had no hot water. They were polite and..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Friday: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

"Fantastic service, I like their service because they have completed my work on time and behaved as a professional and..."

5.0

3 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Had a problem with a gas cooktop that nobody else wanted to know about so I rang my Melbourne Plumber and they were..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Abbotsford VIC

"Absolutely fantastic service!! The plumber called to let me know he was on the way, arrived up on time and was..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Ronnie is reliable, thorough, professional and honest. I am very happy with his plumbing work and other odd jobs..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

"Melbourne Express Plumbing is a highly professional and courteous company. We had a burst water pipe which was..."

4.5

2 reviews

Quality 4.5 Service 4.5 Value 4.5

Melbourne VIC

"Cragg Plumbing did a great job on my shower! :) - turned up on time, and proved an excellent service! - would..."

5.0

2 reviews

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.5

Melbourne VIC

"First time we had Cain change our water pipes & were so impressed we asked him a second time to add another toilet to..."

4.0

4 reviews

Quality 4.0 Service 4.0 Value 4.0

Carlton North VIC

"Although I have other dvd movies stores closer to my home I prefer to go out of my way to Video Zone as the variety..."

5.0

1 review

Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0

Melbourne VIC

Friday: 24 Hours Open

"im very happy with there service and price "

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Market Intelligence

Plumbers in Carlton North

Data-driven insights based on 347 customer reviews collected between 2009 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 2 trust signal responses

78 / 100

Local Service Score

5 Award Winners

$1,550 median Typical Cost most jobs $974–$2,250

94% Positive Feedback

Carlton North is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 60% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,550. 25 plumbers service the area with 347 customer reviews.

Typical costs

Most jobs range from $974 to $2,250. Nearby: Princes Hill ($1,800), Carlton ($1,550), Fitzroy North ($1,600).

About the area

Carlton North's younger demographic (median age 33) reviews plumbers 82% more than the Victorian average — the ratings here reflect a particularly active, engaged consumer base.

When to book

If you have flexibility on timing, our review data shows plumber demand in Carlton North tends to peak around May and ease off in January — booking during quieter periods may mean more providers available and faster response times.

Reviews & trust

With 19.3 new reviews per year — 82% above the Victorian average — Carlton North has more recent plumber feedback on file than a typical area in the state.

Based on 347 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2009–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

19.3 / yr Review velocity +34%

4.7 stars Avg rating below avg

$1,600 Typical cost +100%

5.0 stars Service rating

13.9 avg Reviews / provider

40.5 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Carlton North area

See the figures behind this chart

Plumber reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Carlton North area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year	Reviews	Average rating out of 5	Median reported cost
2009	1	5.0	$120
2010	4	4.0	no prices reported
2011	17	4.9	$340
2012	11	5.0	$223
2013	11	4.6	$485
2014	40	4.6	$1,320
2015	21	4.8	$400
2016	13	4.7	no prices reported
2017	7	5.0	$500
2018	28	4.8	$728
2019	20	4.6	$600
2020	46	4.9	$1,050
2021	13	4.7	$1,325
2022	13	5.0	no prices reported
2023	49	4.5	$773
2024	47	4.7	$2,000
2025	3	2.3	$1,600
2026	3	5.0	no prices reported

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2009–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Carlton North area profile ABS Census 2021

6,177 Population

19.2% Own with mortgage

6.1% Houses

$2,400 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 Carlton North 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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Licences, where they’ve got them

Trade licences shown on the listing when the business has supplied them, with the licence number.

What other customers paid

Where enough customers have reported it, the listing shows the typical price range for the job they reviewed.

Reviews going back to 2007

Australians have been reviewing local businesses here since 2007. How we handle reviews, disputes and removals is set out in our Fair Play Policy.

991+

Jobs posted

1.34

Average quotes per job

Based on the most recent job posts for plumbers in Carlton North.

How Much Does a Plumber Cost?

Average hourly rate $100 - $150

How Much Does it Cost to Fix a Blocked Drain?

Average cost $75 - $500

How Much Does it Cost to Replace a Toilet?

Average price $200 - $500

Plumbers in Carlton North — FAQs

How much do plumbers charge in Carlton North?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Carlton North typically charge between $974 and $2,250. This is 60% above the Victorian average.

Is there a quieter time of year for plumbers in Carlton North?

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

How do I pick the right plumber in Carlton North?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Carlton North has 347 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 2 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How do Carlton North plumbers compare to the state average?

Plumbers in Carlton North have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 347 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is below the Victorian average of 4.85 stars.

Does the Carlton North housing mix influence local plumbers?

Carlton North's younger demographic (median age 33) reviews plumbers 82% more than the Victorian average — the ratings here reflect a particularly active, engaged consumer base. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Carlton North has a median age of 33, a median household income of $2,400/week.

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Carlton North area profile ABS Census 2021

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