Top 10 plumbers in Perth, compared
An independent shortlist of licensed Perth plumbers, checked for licence, reputation, service area and after-hours availability. Call any of them direct. We don't take bookings or add fees.
- Answer 24/7
- 8 of 10
- Average Google rating
- 4.9
- Google reviews, combined
- 3,798
What we check for every listing
- LicenceA current WA licence, looked up on the public register.
- Service areaThe suburbs each business says it covers.
- After hoursWho answers outside business hours, and whether the rate changes.
- Direct contactNumbers go to the business, not a lead broker.
The best plumbers in Perth, ranked
Ranked on licence, Google reputation, coverage and pricing transparency. Ratings are from Google Maps.
Rankings are editorial. A sponsored listing gets a highlighted entry and a label, never a higher position, and it goes through the same checks.
Burst pipe or gas smell? Turn off the water at the mains, or leave the house if it's gas, then call. Emergency steps
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Ember Plumbing & Gas
All of the Perth metro area, from Morley
Best for published prices and hot water installs
- Publishes its rates: $220 an hour, and $450 for after-hours emergencies including the first hour
- Fixed supply-and-install hot water prices, with removal of the old unit
- 2025 Australian Small Business Champion for plumbing services
- Lifetime workmanship warranty
More about Ember Plumbing & Gas
Ember Plumbing and Gas was started in 2016 by owner and director Dylan Nelson, a qualified plumber and gas fitter, and works from Morley with a team of about 16, including eight qualified plumber-gas fitters. It covers the whole Perth metro area, is Master Plumbers accredited, and won the 2025 Australian Small Business Champion award for plumbing services.
Services include blocked drains, hot water from Rheem, Rinnai, Bosch, Dux, Thermann and Vulcan, gas appliance installs and leak detection, water leak detection, backflow testing, grease traps, renovations and pre-purchase inspections. It's unusually open about price: $220 an hour including GST, a $450 after-hours emergency rate that includes the first hour, and fixed installed prices for common hot water systems. Work carries a lifetime workmanship warranty, and Zip interest-free payments are available.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- Established
- 2016
- WA licence
- PL9474
- Services
- Hot Water, Gas, Blocked Drains
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Dorrington Plumbing, Gas & Electrical
All of Perth, from Jolimont
Best for plumbing, gas and electrical from one company
- 20 licensed plumbers, gas fitters and electricians, with 25 vehicles on the road
- Plumbing, gas and electrical licences under one company
- Advertises 24/7 availability
- Dedicated property management division
More about Dorrington Plumbing, Gas & Electrical
Dorrington Plumbing, Gas and Electrical works from Jolimont with 20 licensed plumbers, gas fitters and electricians and 25 vehicles, and covers all of Perth. It is a Master Plumbers member.
Work includes burst pipes, blocked drains, backflow, hot water, grease traps, leak detection, water filters, rainwater tanks, sewer work, renovations, gas fitting and heater servicing, plus electrical work and split-system air conditioning. It prices upfront, can usually attend the same or next day, and advertises 24/7 availability.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- WA licence
- PL6669
- Services
- Hot Water, Gas, Electrical
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G.X.R Plumbing & Gas
Perth metro, especially the south-east
Best for owner-operated service with no call-out fee
- No call-out fee, with pricing agreed before work starts
- Lifetime guarantee on workmanship
- Owner-operated by Gerard Riches since 2013
- Water Corporation Waterwise Specialist
More about G.X.R Plumbing & Gas
G.X.R Plumbing and Gas was started in 2013 by Gerard and Yvonne Riches and is run by Gerard, who has 22 years in the trade. It has five vans on the road and covers the Perth metro area, with most of its work in the south-east and south, from Gosnells, Canning Vale and Armadale to Victoria Park, Fremantle and Rockingham.
Services include residential and commercial plumbing, hot water repairs and installs, blocked drains, gas fitting, leak detection with acoustic and thermal imaging, and strata maintenance. It doesn't charge a call-out fee, agrees the price upfront, guarantees its workmanship for life, and uses police-checked plumbers. It works weekdays and Saturday mornings, with Sundays by appointment, and offers Zip payments.
- Emergency
- Business hours + emergencies
- Established
- 2013
- WA licence
- PL7589
- Services
- Hot Water, Blocked Drains, Gas, Leak Detection
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Tap Tech Plumbing & Gas
Perth metro, Rockingham to Joondalup and the Hills
Best for emergency call-outs with no call-out fee
- Never charges a call-out fee
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee
- Prints its plumbing, gas and backflow licence numbers
More about Tap Tech Plumbing & Gas
Tap Tech Plumbing and Gas works from East Victoria Park and covers the Perth metro area, from Rockingham to Joondalup and Fremantle to the Perth Hills. Alongside homes, it works in aged care, retirement villages, medical centres and hospitals.
Services include emergency plumbing, gas fitting, hot water from Rheem, Rinnai, Bosch, Dux and Aquamax, blocked drains and backflow testing. It quotes upfront, never charges a call-out fee, guarantees its workmanship for life, and answers 24/7, with a stated after-hours response of one to two hours depending on location.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- WA licence
- PL11110
- Services
- Hot Water, Gas, Blocked Drains
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All Plumbing Aspects
Perth metro to Mandurah, from Belmont
Best for pipe relining and blocked drains
- In-house pipe relining with a 20-year warranty
- Jetter and CCTV for blocked drains
- Prints its plumbing and gas licence numbers and ABN
More about All Plumbing Aspects
All Plumbing Aspects is led by managing director Jason, a qualified plumber and gas fitter, and works from Belmont with a named team of 11. It covers the Perth metro area from Joondalup to Rockingham and Kalamunda to Fremantle, plus Mandurah and Serpentine-Jarrahdale.
Work includes blocked drains with a jetter and CCTV, pipe relining with a 20-year warranty, hot water across storage, gas, solar and continuous flow, leak detection, gas fitting for heaters, cooktops and BBQs, water filtration and general plumbing. It quotes free and offers 24/7 emergency service.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- WA licence
- PL9847
- Services
- Pipe Relining, Blocked Drains, Hot Water
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Pipe Domain Plumbing & Gas
North of the river, including Joondalup
Best for northern suburbs hot water and gas
- Established in 2003
- Water Corporation Waterwise plumber and ATCO-listed gas fitter
- Also installs evaporative and split-system air conditioning
More about Pipe Domain Plumbing & Gas
Pipe Domain Plumbing and Gas has worked north of the river since 2003, including Joondalup and the surrounding suburbs. It is a Water Corporation Waterwise plumber, an ATCO-listed gas fitter, and holds an ARC licence for air conditioning work.
Work includes gas, heat pump and continuous flow hot water, gas fitting, blocked drains, plumbing repairs and installs, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and evaporative and split-system air conditioning. It is available 24/7 and accepts Zip Pay.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- Established
- 2003
- WA licence
- PL6957
- Services
- Hot Water, Gas, Northern Suburbs
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Mr Blockage Plumbing & Gas
Perth metro: north, south, east and west
Best for stubborn blocked drains
- Drain specialist with CCTV camera inspection and high-pressure jetting
- Says it has cleared more than 30,000 blockages
- Family-run, with more than 30 years in Perth
More about Mr Blockage Plumbing & Gas
Mr Blockage Plumbing and Gas is a family-run business that has served Perth for more than 30 years. It covers the northern, southern, eastern and western suburbs and the CBD.
As the name suggests, drains are its focus: blocked drains, toilets, sinks and sewers, CCTV camera inspections and high-pressure water jetting, and it says it has cleared more than 30,000 blockages. It also handles gas, electric, solar and heat pump hot water, pre-purchase plumbing inspections, strata work and general repairs, with same-day service available.
- Emergency
- Business hours + emergencies
- WA licence
- PL8495
- Services
- Blocked Drains, CCTV Inspection, Hot Water, Gas
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Hydrosonic Leak Detection Service
All Perth metro areas, from East Perth
Best for finding burst and hidden pipes
- Leak-detection specialist since 1987
- Publishes its full price list, from $300 for the first hour
- No Find No Fee guarantee on burst water pipes (conditions apply)
- Acoustic, thermal imaging and tracer gas equipment
More about Hydrosonic Leak Detection Service
Hydrosonic Leak Detection Service is a specialist that has been finding leaks in Perth since 1987. It is owned by Luke Byrne and works from East Perth with a small team of trained technicians, covering all Perth metro areas.
It locates and repairs burst and hidden water pipes, detects gas leaks, maps pipes, fixes water hammer and tests water pressure, using acoustic, thermal imaging and tracer gas equipment. Prices are published: the first hour is $300 if you can wait a couple of business days, $450 for the next business day, or $600 for urgent same-day, night or weekend work, then $150 an hour. Burst pipes come with a No Find No Fee guarantee, with conditions. It isn't a general plumber, so call it for leaks rather than drains or hot water.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- Established
- 1987
- WA licence
- PL8008
- Services
- Leak Detection, Burst Pipes, Gas Leaks
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Lakeside Plumbing & Gas
Joondalup and the northern corridor to Yanchep
Best for the northern coastal suburbs
- Operating since 1989 under the same owner
- Police clearance for all tradesmen and apprentices
- Septic tanks and reticulation as well as plumbing and gas
More about Lakeside Plumbing & Gas
Lakeside Plumbing and Gas has been run by founding director Phil Roggio since 1989, from Joondalup. It covers Joondalup and the northern corridor, from Currambine, Iluka and Burns Beach to Clarkson, Butler, Alkimos and Yanchep. All its tradesmen and apprentices hold police clearances.
Work includes plumbing maintenance, renovations, blocked drains with CCTV and jetting, leak detection, hot water, gas appliance servicing, reticulation, septic tanks, backflow testing, sewer repairs and new homes. It is available 24 hours, seven days a week.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- Established
- 1989
- WA licence
- PL987
- Services
- Blocked Drains, Hot Water, Septic Systems
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Litas Mainstone Plumbing & Gas
Perth, from Osborne Park
Best for renovations and ring-main hot water
- Established in 2005 by two plumbers who still run it
- Renovations with project management
- Installs ring-main instant hot water systems
More about Litas Mainstone Plumbing & Gas
Litas Mainstone Plumbing and Gas was founded in 2005 by Chris Litas and Chad Mainstone, who still run it as co-managing directors, from Osborne Park. It has more than a dozen qualified tradesmen plus apprentices, and is a Master Plumbers and Gas Fitters Association member and a Waterwise plumber.
Work covers kitchen, bathroom and laundry renovations with project management, hot water including ring-main instant systems, whole-home water filtration, leaks, taps and toilets, gas leak detection, blocked drains and commercial fit-outs. Emergency support is available 24/7, with upfront quotes.
- Emergency
- 24/7
- Established
- 2005
- WA licence
- PL6899
- Services
- Renovations, Hot Water, Gas
How we selected these plumbers
We built this list from public information, then checked each business by hand.
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Build a long list
We started with 43 Perth plumbing businesses found through Google Maps searches across the city, then checked each finalist's licence on the WA register.
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Confirm the licence
Every business needs a current WA licence on the public register. Any that didn't have one were removed.
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Check reputation
Shortlisted businesses needed at least 4.5 stars from 100+ Google reviews.
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Map coverage and hours
Service areas and after-hours terms come from each business's own site. If a site is unclear, we leave the detail out rather than guess.
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Rank the final 10
Order weighs reputation, coverage, emergency availability and how openly each business prices its work.
What doesn't affect ranking
- Payment. Sponsored listings get a highlighted card and a label, not a higher position.
- Business size or advertising spend.
- Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we'll recheck it.
How much does a plumber cost in Perth?
Indicative local prices for common jobs. Your quote depends on the job, parts and time of day.
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Hourly labour rate | $84–$210 |
| Standard call-out fee | $63–$160 |
| After-hours or emergency call-out | $260–$735 |
| Leaking tap repair | $84–$275 |
| Tap replacement, per tap | $160–$525 |
| Blocked drain, standard clear | $160–$525 |
| Blocked drain with CCTV and jetting | $370–$1,150 |
| Burst pipe repair | $210–$840 |
| Toilet repair | $160–$370 |
| Toilet supply and install | $420–$945 |
| Gas fitting, per point | $260–$680 |
| Electric hot water system, installed | $840–$3,150 |
| Gas storage hot water system, installed | $1,250–$3,675 |
| Heat pump hot water system, installed | $3,150–$6,300 before rebates |
Get a written quote before any work starts, and ask how after-hours work is priced. Ranges from 2026 published Perth cost guides, including What's The Damage? Perth plumber cost guide. Treat them as a guide only.
What type of plumber do you need?
Match what you're seeing to the right job, so you ask for the right thing when you call.
| What you're seeing | Ask for |
|---|---|
| Slow-draining sink or toilet | Blocked drain clear |
| No hot water, or the temperature keeps changing | Hot water repair |
| Rising water bill, no visible leak | Leak detection |
| Water coming inside after rain | Roof plumbing |
| Renovating a bathroom or kitchen | Renovation plumbing |
| Gas smell, or a gas appliance not working | Licensed gasfitter, urgently |
| Sudden, uncontrolled water flow | Emergency plumber |
Emergency plumbing in Perth
8 of the 10 plumbers on this list say they answer 24/7. Ask about the after-hours rate before they head out.
Stop the water
Turn off the mains isolation valve. It's usually near the water meter or at the front of the property.
Get out first
Leave the house, don't touch light switches, and call from outside.
Call a 24/7 plumber
Every listing above shows its emergency terms. Confirm they cover your suburb when you call.
Checking a WA plumber's licence
It takes about a minute, and it's the best protection you have.
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Ask for their licence number
WA plumbing contractors have a licence number starting with PL, and gas fitters one starting with GF. Many print both on their website, quotes and van.
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Search the Building and Energy register
Building and Energy, part of the WA Government, runs the Plumbers Licensing Board and a free online licence search. Building and Energy licence search
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Gas work needs a gas licence
Gasfitting is licensed separately in WA. A gas fitter carries a yellow licence card with a number starting with GF, so ask to see it for any gas job.
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Keep the certificate of compliance
For most work, the plumber must give a certificate of compliance within 5 working days. Keep it with your property records.
Plumbing in Perth: what's different
A few local patterns worth knowing before you book.
Bores and reticulation
Many Perth gardens run on bore-fed reticulation, so solenoid, valve and pump repairs are common plumbing call-outs, especially in spring.
Sewer responsibility
Water Corporation looks after the sewer main. Pipes inside your property, including the inspection shaft and overflow relief gully, are the owner's responsibility.
Separate gas licences
Gas fitting is licensed separately from plumbing in WA. Check for a GF number before anyone works on gas appliances or pipes.
North vs south of the river
Many Perth plumbers focus on one side of the river or one corridor to keep travel times down. Confirm your suburb is in their stated area.
Perth plumber FAQs
How much does a plumber cost in Perth?
Most Perth plumbers charge between about $84 and $210 an hour, plus a call-out fee of around $63 to $160. Small jobs like a leaking tap usually land between $84 and $275 all up. Several plumbers on this list don't charge a call-out fee, and some publish their rates. Always ask for the price in writing before work starts.
How much does it cost to unblock a drain in Perth?
A standard blocked drain clear typically costs $160 to $525. If the plumber needs a CCTV camera to find the problem and a high-pressure jetter to clear it, expect $370 to $1,150. A drain that keeps blocking in the same spot may need relining or repair.
How much does a new hot water system cost in Perth?
Installed prices usually run from about $840 to $3,150 for electric storage, $1,250 to $3,675 for gas storage, and $3,150 to $6,300 for a heat pump before rebates. Some plumbers publish fixed installed prices for common models, which makes comparing easier.
Does an after-hours plumber cost more in Perth?
Usually. After-hours and emergency call-outs commonly cost $260 to $735 before parts and labour. Ask how the job will be priced before the plumber heads out.
What should I expect from an emergency plumber call-out?
Eight of the plumbers on this list say they answer 24/7. While you wait, turn off the water at the main stop tap, usually near the water meter. A good operator will confirm the call-out fee and how they'll charge before starting work.
Do plumbers in WA need to be licensed?
Yes. Water supply, sanitary and drainage plumbing work in WA must be done by a licensed plumber, and gas work needs a separate gasfitting licence from Building and Energy. Unlicensed plumbing work is unlawful.
How do I check a plumber's licence in WA?
Ask for their PL number (and GF number for gas work), then look it up on the Building and Energy online licence search. Check that the licence is current and matches the business you're dealing with.
Who fixes a blocked sewer: me or Water Corporation?
Blockages within the property plumbing, including the inspection shaft and overflow relief gully, are the property owner's responsibility. A blockage in the sewer main is Water Corporation's, so if neighbours have the same problem, call Water Corporation first.
Can I do my own plumbing in WA?
Only a short list of jobs: maintaining shower heads, repairing taps (not thermostatic mixers), replacing cistern washers and water filter cartridges, and clearing a blocked fixture with a plunger. Everything else needs a licensed plumber.
How do I choose the right plumber?
Confirm the licence, check recent Google reviews, and get a written quote before any work starts. Ask whether they charge hourly or a fixed price, and whether after-hours work costs more. Good plumbers are upfront about price and won't pressure you to decide on the spot.
Do Perth plumbers cover the whole metro area?
Some do, from Joondalup to Rockingham, but many focus on one side of the river or one corridor. Check each listing's service area above and confirm your suburb when you call.
Information is a guide only. Always confirm licensing, pricing and availability directly with the business.