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Find 147 plumbers within 75 km of Dalkey 5461 — expect travel time for providers coming from Clare, Thrington and surrounds. Compare ratings, reviews, and credentials from local professionals.
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What to expect when hiring plumbers in Dalkey
Where plumbers near Dalkey are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where the top 120 plumbers near Dalkey are based
Of the top 120 plumbers, none are based in Dalkey, but 15 are within 50 km, the most in Clare, Lewiston and Two Wells. The other 15 are based more than 75 km away.
- based in Dalkey
- 0
- based within 50 km
- 15
- based within 75 km
- 105
- based further away
- 15
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How to choose a good plumber in Dalkey
Dalkey has plenty of well-reviewed plumbers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most plumbers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical plumber has 10 reviews. Of the 125 rated plumbers within 75 km of Dalkey, 18 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 50 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated November 2026.
- average rating
- 4.71
- typical reviews
- 10
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 50+
Star rating
56% of plumbers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 10 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Balaklava77 rated plumbers12 typical reviews | 4.78 | 77 | 12 |
| Saints68 rated plumbers12 typical reviews | 4.78 | 68 | 12 |
| Kallora122 rated plumbers12 typical reviews | 4.74 | 122 | 12 |
| Erith188 rated plumbers11 typical reviews | 4.72 | 188 | 11 |
| Hoskin Corner171 rated plumbers10 typical reviews | 4.72 | 171 | 10 |
| Dalkey125 rated plumbers10 typical reviews | 4.71 | 125 | 10 |
What plumbing costs
Across Australia, plumbing typically runs $316 – $1,067 for blocked drains, and $523 – $1,397 for leak / burst pipe.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Dalkey. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a plumber.
Cooler Months Mean Fewer Delays
Dalkey has hot summers — your tradie will plan their day around the temperature, tackling heat-sensitive work early and saving prep or shade-side tasks for the hottest hours. Scheduling exterior plumbing work for the cooler months avoids most of this.
Winter Frost
Dalkey gets light winter frosts — worth getting any exposed pipes insulated before the cold months hit.
Root Intrusion Risk
Dalkey has very heavy tree canopy — root intrusion into sewer and stormwater lines is one of the most common plumbing issues here. Proactive drain inspections can catch problems before they become emergencies.
Best time of year for exterior plumbing in Dalkey
Ideal months: November to April.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
What's in a good Plumbing quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each plumber's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.
- 01Licence number
On the quote, before you compare anything else.
- 02Fixed price or estimate
Only a fixed price locks the cost in.
- 03Compliance certificate
Required for notifiable work like gas or backflow.
- 04Materials specified
Brands and models on taps, pipes and hot water units.
- 05Call-out fee
Listed separately and disclosed before you book.
- 06Exclusions
Wall patching, tile repair or asbestos handling.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do plumbers need a licence in SA?
Plumbers need a licence in SA for any job.
The business needs a plumbing contractor licence. Each worker needs a plumbing worker registration.
- Licence
- Plumbing contractors licence
- Categories
- Restricted licence (a PGE contractors licence limited by conditions)
- Regulator
- Consumer and Business Services
Sources: Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Electricians Act 1995, cbs.sa.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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