Sydney Plumbing Cost Guide for 2024

Last Updated: 01/08/24

You're here because you're ready to call a plumber in Sydney but need to get an idea on the price first. We've got you covered. As local plumbers in the St George region of Sydney, we're here to tell you all about what you can expect to pay, right from the horse's mouth.

Here's what you need to know about hourly rates, callout fees, and pricing variables for plumbing services in Sydney.

How Much Does a Plumber Cost in Sydney?

The cost of your plumber in Sydney will depend on who you hire, how long the job takes, and the scope of your project. For example, a simple tap repair will cost less than a full toilet replacement. An emergency water leak fix in the middle of the night will cost more than general maintenance that you schedule well in advance.

Plumbing costs in Australia contain three primary components - the call out fee, the hourly rate, and the parts fees.

In Sydney, the most expensive city in Australia, it should come as no surprise that you can expect to pay a bit more for each of these three services, as compared to the rest of the country.

Here's a bit more about each fee, and what you can expect to pay in Sydney specifically.

Call out fee

The call out fee is the initial price charged for the plumber to show up at your property.

The average Sydney plumber callout fee in 2024 is roughly between $90 and $165.

This fee charged by your plumber is used to cover their upfront time spent on assessing your situation, loading up their equipment and traveling to your place.

Hourly rate

While some plumbers may charge flat fees for certain narrowly defined tasks, in general, they bill by the hour.

The hourly rate is an most important fee to consider when selecting a plumbing company, since that is where a good portion of your bill will come from.

The hourly rate of a plumber in Sydney in 2024 will range from $100 to $200 per hour.

To put that into perspective, the hourly rate in Melbourne is roughly $90 to $140. Brisbane and Perth residents can expect to pay their plumber between $95 and $160 per hour.

Parts, equipment, and other fees

It goes without saying (but we'll say it anyway) - if you're buying a fixture from your plumber like a toilet or sink, you'll have to pay for that too. Just something to keep in mind when budgeting.

Additionally, you may be billed for the use of special equipment or services. A good plumber will properly communicate all of these potential add-ons well in advance, so there are no surprises.

For those in the St George or Sutherland Shire area, rest assured that the friendly experts at All Needs Plumbing provide honest services and straightforward pricing with no hidden costs.

Estimating the price of your Sydney plumber

To summarise, here's what plumbers charge in Sydney in 2024:

• Call out fee: $90 - $165
• Hourly rate: $100 - $200
• Parts & add-ons: Varies

Let's say you hire a plumber to come detect your Sydney home for leaks, and they charge a $100 callout fee and $150/hour. It takes them three hours. Then you'd pay $550.

Say you are buying installation of a new toilet. The toilet is $600. Your plumbers charge an $80 callout fee, and it takes them two hours to install at $120/hour. You'd pay them $920.

Sometimes, plumbers will also bill a flat fee for certain narrowly defined, common jobs. Here are some other Sydney prices to expect:

• Tap and toilet repairs start at less than $150
• Installing new taps and showerheads generally costs less than $350
• You can have a new toilet, sink, or bathtub installed for less than $600

If you are in the St George or Sutherland Shire area, you could do all this math just for a rough idea on the price, or you could give the friendly experts at All Needs Plumbing a shout. We'd love to see how we can help you out with leading plumbing solutions.

What About Emergency Plumbing?

The term emergency plumbing is used to refer to plumbing issues requiring immediate attention. It could be a burst pipe, gas leak, sump pump failure, or anything else that can cause damage to people & property if not treated immediately.

It is important to note that not all "emergency" plumbing services are created equally. Sometimes, that just means same-day service during standard business hours. Other companies, like your trusted experts at All Needs Plumbing, offer 24/7 comprehensive emergency plumbing services. Holidays, weekends, the middle of the night, you name it and we are there when you need us most.

Now that thats out of the way, here are the average costs of emergency plumbing services in Sydney:

• Call out fee: $120 - $320
• Hourly rate: $150 - $300

Emergency plumbing services tend to cost between 50% to 100% more than standard services. While it can cost you double, or even more to have your plumbing expert show up in the middle of the night at a moments notice, it is oftentimes well-worth it. They could save you thousands in damages or even resolve critical safety emergencies. That's why they charge a premium.

What Is the Cost of Plumbing a New House in Sydney?

We've covered standard plumbing prices in Sydney for standard jobs, but what about plumbing a whole house? Here are some estimations.

• Are you building a smaller property such as a unit, a second dwelling (granny flat) or a small house? Or are you building a multi-storey family home?
• Do you need to factor in the cost of new gas appliances and oven appliances? The cost of sinks, toilets, ovens, and even tapware will add up!
• What is the layout of the property and how will that affect the cost of plumbing a new home?
• How many kitchens, bathrooms, standalone toilets, and laundries will your new home have?
• What type of hot water service and heating/cooling do you want, and how much plumbing will be involved in installing these systems?

The cost to plumb a home in Sydney can range anywhere between $6,000 and $20,000, with the average cost being around $10,000.

The biggest pricing factor is the size of the home. The bigger the house, the more fixtures installed, materials used, and installation hours required. Additional factors affecting the price tag include the complexity of your requirements, the type of fixtures you use, who you hire, and specific location.

How to Get Discounts from a Sydney Plumber

When enquiring with plumbers, ask about common discounts such as pensioner/senior discounts and discounts for concession card holders. There might also be seasonal discounts and deals available, and if you don’t ask, you might not ever know!

You might also be able to find specials and deals on your local plumber’s website. At All Needs Plumbing, we offer $50+ off your first service and $100+ off hot water system replacement. We also offer free home inspections on newly purchased properties.

Get Started with a Local Sydney Plumber!

Located in Kogarah, we service Cronulla, Hurstville, and the surrounds with honest, upfront pricing and 12-month workmanship guarantees.

For a free quote, call 1300 110 230 or submit our online form.