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Average rating of plumbers near West Melbourne
4.8 based on 530 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth plumbers in West Melbourne receive an average rating of 4.8 based off 530 reviews.

Sven's Plumbing and Gas

5.0
150 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 37 609 669 150
Servicing West Melbourne
Sunday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. 106448 Available 24/7 for emergency work Senior, pensioner & disability discounts

"Came out twice to do a site inspection pending further work. Made good recommendations, and very honestly - they were..."

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Sustainable Solar & Plumbing

4.9
159 reviews
Quality 4.8 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 78 159 217 393 2023 Award Special Offer
Servicing West Melbourne

"Rang Sustainable Solar & Plumbing P/L as our old hot water service was on its last legs and they promptly came out..."

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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..."

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"

Blue Diamond Plumbing

4.6
10 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.5
South Melbourne VIC
Sunday: 24/7

"Excellent service - I used Rod this week to sort out a dripping tap. My call was returned really quickly and he was..."

My Melbourne Plumber

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..."

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Market Intelligence

West Melbourne's plumber directory

Data-driven insights based on 530 customer reviews collected between 2008 and 2026, ABS Census data

82 / 100
Local Service Score
7 Award Winners
$1,000 median Typical Cost most jobs $520–$2,000
97% Positive Feedback

West Melbourne is one of the pricier areas for plumbers — 146% above the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,000. 25 plumbers service the area with 530 customer reviews.

Price overview

Most jobs range from $520 to $2,000. Nearby: Kensington ($1,000), Docklands ($520), North Melbourne ($520).

Suburb context

In a younger-skewing suburb like West Melbourne (median age 31), plumber reviews accumulate 137% faster than the Victorian average — ratings here reflect a more recent, more engaged customer base.

Seasonal demand

Plumbers in West Melbourne 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

West Melbourne sees 29.4 new plumber reviews a year — 137% above the Victorian average, a larger recent sample than comparable suburbs in the state.

Based on 530 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2008–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

29.4 / yr Review velocity +100%
4.8 stars Avg rating
$1,600 Typical cost +100%
5.0 stars Service rating
21.2 avg Reviews / provider
31.2 / 10k Provider density

Plumber reviews & ratings over time — West Melbourne area

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2008–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

West Melbourne area profile ABS Census 2021

8,025 Population
20.6% Own with mortgage
1.2% Houses
$1,788 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 West Melbourne 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 West Melbourne — FAQs

How much do plumbers charge in West Melbourne?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, plumbers in West Melbourne typically charge between $520 and $2,000. This is 146% above the Victorian average.

Is there a quieter time of year for plumbers in West Melbourne?

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

How do I pick the right plumber in West Melbourne?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — West Melbourne has 530 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 4 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year.

How do West Melbourne plumbers compare to the state average?

Plumbers in West Melbourne have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 530 customer reviews on Word of Mouth.

Does the West Melbourne housing mix influence local plumbers?

In a younger-skewing suburb like West Melbourne (median age 31), plumber reviews accumulate 137% faster than the Victorian average — ratings here reflect a more recent, more engaged customer base. For context, ABS Census 2021 data shows West Melbourne has apartments make up 80% of housing, a median age of 31, a median household income of $1,788/week.

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