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Greater Melbourne

Plumbers based across the regions of Greater Melbourne.

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Where the plumbers are

1,657plumbers

  1. South East Melbourne238
  2. Outer East Melbourne237
  3. Western Melbourne223
  4. Frankston & Mornington Peninsula204
  5. North East Melbourne182

+ 4 more regions in Greater Melbourne

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Regional VIC

Plumbers based in the regions outside Greater Melbourne.

Where the plumbers are

785plumbers

  1. Barwon212
  2. Latrobe & Gippsland145
  3. Hume115
  4. Goulburn Valley67
  5. Loddon Campaspe66

+ 3 more regions in Regional VIC

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What to expect when hiring plumbers in Victoria

Where plumbers in Victoria are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where plumbers are based in Victoria

South East Melbourne has the most plumbers in Victoria.

Plumbers based in each region

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  • Water

The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

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Victoria: where plumbers are basedMap of 17 Victoria regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many plumbers are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good plumber in Victoria

Victoria 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 11 reviews. Of the 1942 rated plumbers based in Victoria, 334 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 October 2026.

average rating
4.71
typical reviews
11
what the best have
4.8★ · 50+

Star rating

59% of plumbers here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 11 or fewer reviews

Best: 50+ reviews

How do areas in Victoria compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Frankston & Mornington Peninsula163 rated plumbers16 typical reviews
4.78
Barwon179 rated plumbers9 typical reviews
4.77
Western Melbourne187 rated plumbers17 typical reviews
4.73
South East Melbourne186 rated plumbers14 typical reviews
4.73
All Victoria1942 rated plumbers11 typical reviews
4.71
Inner South Melbourne128 rated plumbers14 typical reviews
4.70
Outer East Melbourne191 rated plumbers10 typical reviews
4.67
North West Melbourne139 rated plumbers13 typical reviews
4.65
North East Melbourne155 rated plumbers10 typical reviews
4.64

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 Victoria. 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.

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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.

Bushfire Prone Land

  • Keep Gutters Clear and Check Council Rules

    Most of Victoria is classified as bushfire prone land — keeping gutters and roof valleys clear is especially important here. If your property is near bushland, check with council whether any specific requirements apply.

  • Cooler Months Mean Fewer Delays

    Summers in most of Victoria get warm — on hot days, your tradie will plan their work around the temperature throughout the day, tackling heat-sensitive tasks early and adjusting as conditions change.

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.

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    Licence number

    On the quote, before you compare anything else.

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    Fixed price or estimate

    Only a fixed price locks the cost in.

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    Compliance certificate

    Required for notifiable work like gas or backflow.

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    Materials specified

    Brands and models on taps, pipes and hot water units.

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    Call-out fee

    Listed separately and disclosed before you book.

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    Exclusions

    Wall patching, tile repair or asbestos handling.

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Hiring a plumber in VIC

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Plumbers need a licence in VIC for any job.

Each class of plumbing, drainage and gas work needs a plumber registered or licensed for that class.

Licence
Plumbing registration or licence (the class of plumbing work needed)
Categories
Plumbing: drainage work, Plumbing: fire protection work, Plumbing: gasfitting work, Plumbing: irrigation (non-agricultural) work, Plumbing: mechanical services work, Plumbing: refrigerated air-conditioning work, Plumbing: roofing (stormwater) work, Plumbing: sanitary work, Plumbing: Type B gasfitting work, Plumbing: water supply work
Regulator
Building and Plumbing Commission
Check a licence on the Building and Plumbing Commission register
Written contractover$10,000

The contract must be in writing and set out all its terms. The price includes labour, materials and GST.

Applies to plumbing jobs.

Deposit cap

The cap is 5% of a contract price of $20,000 or more. It is 10% of a price under $20,000.

Applies to some plumbing jobs.

Home warranty insuranceover$20,000

Home Warranty from the Building and Plumbing Commission covers contracts signed on or after 1 July 2026.

Applies to plumbing jobs.

Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $10,000

You can withdraw at any time in that period. It starts when you receive a copy of the signed contract.

Applies to plumbing jobs.

A contract just for plumbing work does not get these protections. A bigger building job that includes it does.

Sources: Building Act 1993, bpc.vic.gov.au, Plumbing Regulations 2018, consumer.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring plumbers

How much do plumbers typically charge?
Plumbing costs vary significantly depending on the type of job and its complexity. Simple fixture repairs are generally much less than jobs involving pipe replacement, excavation or gas appliance work. Most quotes include a call-out fee, hourly labour and parts, with after-hours or emergency attendance usually attracting higher rates. This page shows live pricing for jobs in your area.
Do plumbers charge call-out fees?
Call-out fees are common and are often used to cover travel and the initial assessment. Plumbers typically add hourly labour and any materials or replacement parts to the call-out fee. After-hours, weekend or emergency attendances are usually charged at higher rates and some small jobs may have a minimum charge.
Do plumbers need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Plumbing work must be carried out by a licensed plumber in every Australian state and territory, and in NSW the regulator is NSW Fair Trading (Building Commission NSW). Plumbers will generally provide their licence number and should be able to supply compliance certificates for regulated work. Look for an ABN, public liability insurance and relevant industry memberships as additional trust signals.
Do I need a licensed Plumber in Victoria?
In Victoria, this kind of work generally must be carried out by an appropriately licensed professional. When you compare plumbers in Victoria on SureQuote, you can check the credentials each business has provided before you choose.
Can I get an emergency Plumber in Victoria?
Many plumbers in Victoria offer same-day and after-hours callouts. Get quotes from local plumbers and ask about emergency availability when you book.

Using SureQuote

Is the SureQuote estimate a quote, and why can a tradie's quote be different?
No. Your estimate is a guide price for a typical job that matches your answers. A tradie prices your actual job in their quote, once they've seen things like access, condition, materials and the full scope. Read the full answer
What happens after I submit my job, and how many tradies will contact me?
We email you your estimate and a link to your job. Up to 3 local tradies can take it and contact you to quote; only they get your name, phone and email, and you choose who to hire, if anyone. Read the full answer
Is it free to get quotes, and does the tradie's fee raise my price?
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Can I add photos to my job?
Yes. Add up to 10 photos in the chat after you give your contact details, or later from the job in Hire, and tradies see them before they take the job. Read the full answer
Do I have to hire one of the tradies?
No. Getting quotes is free, you're never obliged to hire anyone, and you pay only the tradie you choose to hire. Read the full answer
Does SureQuote check tradies' licences and insurance?
We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about plumbing in VIC

Do plumbers need a licence in VIC?

Plumbers need a licence in VIC for any job.

Each class of plumbing, drainage and gas work needs a plumber registered or licensed for that class.

The licence is the Plumbing registration or licence (the class of plumbing work needed).

How do I check a plumber's licence in VIC?

Ask the plumber for their licence number, then look them up on the Building and Plumbing Commission public register.

Check a licence
Who regulates plumbers in VIC?

Plumbers are regulated by Building and Plumbing Commission.

Are there exceptions to the licence rule for plumbers in VIC?

A contract just for plumbing work does not get these protections. A bigger building job that includes it does.

A freestanding shed up to 10 m² needs no plumber for its roof. It does if it connects to a drain or tank.

You can repair a tap in a home you own and live in, but not a mixing or tempering valve.

Anyone can change a water-efficient shower head or do minor tap repairs, such as washers.

Do I need a written contract with a plumber in VIC?

Plumbing jobs over $10,000 need a written contract.

The contract must be in writing and set out all its terms. The price includes labour, materials and GST.

A contract just for plumbing work does not get these protections. A bigger building job that includes it does.

How much deposit can a plumber ask for in VIC?

The cap is 5% of a contract price of $20,000 or more. It is 10% of a price under $20,000.

Applies to some plumbing jobs.

A contract just for plumbing work does not get these protections. A bigger building job that includes it does.

Does a plumber have to give me home warranty insurance in VIC?

Plumbing jobs over $20,000 need home warranty insurance.

Home Warranty from the Building and Plumbing Commission covers contracts signed on or after 1 July 2026.

A contract just for plumbing work does not get these protections. A bigger building job that includes it does.

Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a plumber in VIC?

You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $10,000.

You can withdraw at any time in that period. It starts when you receive a copy of the signed contract.

A contract just for plumbing work does not get these protections. A bigger building job that includes it does.

Sources: Building Act 1993, bpc.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Regulations 2017, Plumbing Regulations 2018, consumer.vic.gov.au, Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Every region in VIC

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