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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 Ferny Creek receive an average rating of 4.9 based off 427 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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"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..."
"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..."
"thank you graham, i was very impressed on your quality of work, reasonable price and on time."
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"Would recommend Adam to my friends, in fact I have! Very meticulous with his work and reasonably priced. No..."
"We have used Code Red Plumbing twice now and each time have found Hugh to be thorough, on time and professional. We..."
"Installed a sink/mixer/dishwasher and cooktop. Friendly, prompt and was happy to explain exactly what he was doing..."
"Very happy with their communication, prompt service and performance. Turn around was great and good to see an..."
"I highly recommend Don. I know many people Don has worked for and they have always been very happy with his work. ..."
"Good response and came when he said he would"
"'Andrew was very prompt and did th ejob the way I wanted to - I was very happy with the service'"
"I recommend this business to anyone who still believes in customer service that extends even after payment has been..."
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"Reliable, honest and first class service. Thanks Az for your help!"
"Very fast and accurate quote and the work was absolutely fantastic. Would highly recommend to friends and family :)"
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"This is one of those people that you can only find if you know someone who knows someone. He is very good and I..."
"Excellent service. Neil is very knowledgeable about plumbing. He quickly pointed out what caused the clogged drains..."
"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..."
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"Craig was able to help out at the last minute installing our new kitchen sink. He was friendly, professional 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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Insights for plumbers servicing Ferny Creek
In total, 1008 jobs have recently been posted for plumbers on the Word of Mouth jobs marketplace. 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
Plumbers servicing Ferny Creek
Data-driven insights based on 427 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data
Ferny Creek residents review plumbers at 124% above the Victorian average — 427 reviews across 25 plumbers means the ratings here reflect a particularly current and active sample of customer experiences (average: 4.9 stars).
Demand patterns
Demand for plumbers in Ferny Creek peaks around June and drops to its quietest in January based on review patterns — something to factor in if your job is flexible on dates.
What it costs
Reviewed plumber jobs in Ferny Creek have a median price of $3,425 — the middle 50% of jobs fall between $1,225 and $4,650 — 14% below the Victorian average. Nearby: Sassafras ($3,750), Tremont ($1,500), The Basin ($3,425). Prices have risen 260% since 2011 (from $240 to $865 median), averaging 20.0% per year. Three in four reviewed jobs come in at or below $4,650 — a useful sanity-check number when comparing quotes.
About this suburb
With household income at $2,393/week (above the $1,748/week national median), you'd expect plumbers pricing in Ferny Creek to run premium — but it actually lands 14% below the Victorian average, which means more room to get value here.
Based on 427 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.
Plumber reviews & ratings over time — Ferny Creek area
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| 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 | 4 | 5.0 | $240 |
| 2012 | 11 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
| 2013 | 27 | 4.9 | $1,815 |
| 2014 | 57 | 4.8 | $825 |
| 2015 | 24 | 5.0 | $2,000 |
| 2016 | 67 | 5.0 | $1,635 |
| 2017 | 56 | 5.0 | $2,900 |
| 2018 | 72 | 4.9 | $2,550 |
| 2019 | 15 | 5.0 | $300 |
| 2020 | 15 | 5.0 | $5,000 |
| 2021 | 33 | 5.0 | $362 |
| 2022 | 25 | 5.0 | $2,075 |
| 2023 | 10 | 5.0 | $4,550 |
| 2024 | 3 | 5.0 | $865 |
| 2026 | 1 | 5.0 | no prices reported |
Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026
Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.
Ferny Creek 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 Ferny Creek 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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What other customers paid
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How Much Does a Plumber Cost?
Average hourly rate $100 - $150
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Average cost $75 - $500
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Average price $200 - $500
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Plumbers in Ferny Creek — FAQs
What's the going rate for a local plumber?
Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in Ferny Creek typically charge between $1,225 and $4,650. This is 14% more affordable than the Victorian average.
When are local plumbers least busy?
Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, plumber demand in Ferny Creek tends to peak in June 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 customer reviews — Ferny Creek has 427 plumber reviews on Word of Mouth. The Blockage Doctor (2022), Efficient Pure Plumbing Heating & Cooling (2022) and NewGen Solar & Heat Pumps (2022) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 1 other local award winner) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.
Are plumbers in Ferny Creek well reviewed?
Plumbers in Ferny Creek have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 427 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.85 stars.
Does Ferny Creek's local character affect which plumbers are best suited to the area?
With household income at $2,393/week (above the $1,748/week national median), you'd expect plumbers pricing in Ferny Creek to run premium — but it actually lands 14% below the Victorian average, which means more room to get value here. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows Ferny Creek has 100% of dwellings are standalone houses, a median age of 45, a median household income of $2,393/week.