Plumbing Prices Melbourne 2026 — Transparent, Upfront Rates | ATC Plumbing

Honest Plumbing Prices for Melbourne Homeowners

One of the most common frustrations Melbourne homeowners have with tradespeople is not knowing what something will cost until the invoice arrives. At ATC Plumbing, we believe pricing should be transparent and discussed before we start any work. Here's an honest guide to typical plumbing costs in Melbourne in 2026.

These are indicative ranges based on standard residential jobs in Melbourne's south-east. Every job is different — complexity, access, parts required, and travel all affect the final price. ATC Plumbing always provides a firm quote before commencing work.

Blocked Drains

Clearing a standard blocked drain using high-pressure water jetting: $200–$450 depending on access and severity. CCTV drain camera inspection to diagnose a recurring blockage: $150–$300. These two are often performed together on recurring blockages, and many plumbers offer a combined price. Pipe relining costs depend on pipe diameter and length — contact us for an assessment and quote after CCTV inspection.

Hot Water Systems

Hot water system replacement costs in Melbourne vary significantly by system type. Gas storage systems: $1,200–$2,000 installed. Continuous flow gas systems: $1,500–$2,500 installed. Electric storage systems: $900–$1,600 installed. Heat pump systems: $2,500–$4,000+ installed, with Victorian government rebates available that can reduce this significantly. Same-day replacement is available in most cases across Melbourne's south-east.

Gas Heater Servicing

Annual service for a ducted gas heater including heat exchanger test, flue inspection, combustion analysis, and filter clean: $180–$280. Wall furnace and space heater service: $150–$220. If parts are required, these are quoted separately before work proceeds. Emergency gas heater repairs are quoted on assessment.

Emergency Plumbing

ATC Plumbing does not charge additional call-out fees purely based on the time of day. Our emergency response pricing is the same whether you call at 2pm or 2am. You will always receive a quote before we begin work — even in emergency situations. Emergency call-out with first hour of work: from $250–$350 for standard residential emergencies.

General Plumbing

Minor repairs (tap washers, cistern repairs, small leaks): $150–$250. Installation of tapware or fixtures (supplied by us): $200–$350 per fixture. Pre-purchase plumbing inspections: $300–$500 depending on property size and scope. All prices include GST and are based on standard residential properties in Melbourne's south-east.

What Affects Your Final Price

The main factors that affect plumbing costs are: access difficulty (pipes under concrete slabs or in tight roof spaces cost more to reach), parts and materials required, whether the job is in a standard residential property or a strata/commercial building, and how long the job takes. We assess all of these before quoting.

For any job, call ATC Plumbing on 1300 282 758 for a free phone assessment or to arrange a quote. We service Melbourne's south-east including Oakleigh, Brighton, Caulfield, Cheltenham, Moorabbin, and surrounding suburbs.

Related reading: Read our licences and accreditations, our customer care charter, and our complete blocked drain guide. For hot water costs, see our full hot water system cost guide. Book at https://www.atcplumbing.com.au/book-online.