Plumber in Melbourne

Leaks, drains and hot water — see the work before you call

Need a plumber in Melbourne for a blocked drain, a leaking tap or a hot water system that has stopped working? Here you can compare Melbourne plumbers by photos of their own jobs before you call. In Victoria, plumbing and gasfitting are licensed by the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC), so ask for the licence number.

13 businesses listed under Plumber in Melbourne — based in Clayton, Box Hill, Doncaster, Vermont South, Clyde and Braeside.

Tree roots, old sewer pipes and gas appliances

Older Melbourne suburbs often still have clay (terracotta) sewer pipes, and tree roots finding their way into the joints is one of the most common causes of a drain that keeps blocking. A plumber with a drain camera can show you where the problem is before anything is dug up. Many Melbourne homes also run gas hot water, cooktops and heaters, and rental homes need a gas safety check at least every two years.

Services the plumber tradies on this page list for Melbourne include Hot water systems, Blocked drains, Roof plumbing & gutters, Taps & pipework, Gas fitting, Stormwater & drainage.

Before you hire a plumber in Melbourne

  • Ask for the plumbing licence number and check it on the state register below.
  • Send photos of the leak, drain or hot water unit, plus its brand and size if you can see them.
  • For gas work, check the licence covers gas fitting — not every plumber holds it.
  • Ask whether the quote includes parts and whether there is a call-out fee.

In Melbourne, plumber licences are issued by the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC); you can look a licence number up on its website.

Common questions

Why does my drain in Melbourne keep blocking?
In older homes it is often tree roots in clay sewer pipes or a sagging joint. Clearing the drain fixes it for a while; ask the plumber to inspect it with a camera so you know whether the pipe needs repair.
Who do I call for a blocked drain or toilet?
A plumber. Clearing drains is everyday plumbing work; if it keeps coming back, ask about a drain camera inspection to find the cause.
Should I repair or replace my hot water system?
It depends on its age and what failed. Send the plumber a photo of the unit and its label so they can tell you before coming out.

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