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Average rating of plumbers near Carlton North
4.7 based on 347 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in Carlton North receive an average rating of 4.7 based off 347 reviews.

Sustainable Solar & Plumbing

Reviewed this month
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
Most reviewed for: General plumbing
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"Simon arrived on time and completed the job quickly and efficiently. He took time at the job completion to run..."

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W & M Plumbing Service

5.0
5 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 24 125 084 997
Servicing Carlton North
Sunday: Closed
Licence No. 25954 40+ years experience Member of Master Plumbers Association
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"We have been very happy with the workers from W&M plumbing. They have been great and helpful. Going the extra mile...."

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Inner City Plumbing

4.6
24 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.5
Abbotsford VIC

"I cannot praise the services provided by Inner City Plumbing highly enough. I needed assistance for installation of a..."

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Gaschill

4.8
19 reviews
Quality 4.8 Service 4.8 Value 4.8
Melbourne VIC

"I would highly recommend Gaschill for all of your heating, cooling and hot water system requirements. I have had them..."

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Rightnow Services

4.6
11 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.6
ABN: 37 664 991 351 2023 Award Special Offer
Melbourne VIC
Sunday: On call 24 hours

"Would highly recommend prime plumbing amazing service super quick and professional"

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My Melbourne Plumber

5.0
3 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Melbourne VIC

"Hot water service went out. Rang them at 5.30 pm.At 7.30 am a plumber was in attendance to quote an advise .By 1 pm..."

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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

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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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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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