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Top Rated Plumbers in Brisbane

The highest-rated plumbers in Brisbane right now are The Brisbane Plumbers (5.0 from 606 Google reviews), Inflo Plumbing and Maintenance Pty Ltd (5.0 from 309 Google reviews) and Brisbane Taps Toilets and Drains (5.0 from 179 Google reviews). We rank 61 local plumbers by Google rating weighted by review count, so a perfect score from a handful of reviews never outranks a proven track record. Compare them below and request free quotes from several at once.

Updated 23 September 2026

61 businesses

Ranked by Google rating weighted by review count — how we rank

Rennick Plumbing

Rennick Plumbing

Mitchelton, QLD

5.0
(143 reviews)
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Bayside Plumbing

Bayside Plumbing

Manly West, QLD

5.0
(137 reviews)
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MetaCore Plumbing

MetaCore Plumbing

Brisbane City, QLD

5.0
(55 reviews)
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Plumbink

Plumbink

Beerwah, QLD

5.0
(40 reviews)
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Hyatt Plumbing

Hyatt Plumbing

Amity, QLD

4.8
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Aussie Plumbers

Aussie Plumbers

Hawthorne, QLD

4.4
(7 reviews)
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S360 Plumbing

S360 Plumbing

South Brisbane, QLD

4.0
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De Jonge Plumbing

De Jonge Plumbing

Indooroopilly, QLD

4.4
(13 reviews)
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APS Plumbing

APS Plumbing

Stafford, QLD

4.3
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Nardia Plumbing

Nardia Plumbing

Coorparoo, QLD

4.1
(9 reviews)
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Fixzit

Fixzit

Brisbane City, QLD

3.0
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Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated plumbers in Brisbane are currently The Brisbane Plumbers, Inflo Plumbing and Maintenance Pty Ltd and Brisbane Taps Toilets and Drains. The best choice still depends on your job — compare their services and request quotes from two or three.

Top 10 Plumbers in Brisbane

Ranked by Google rating weighted by review count — how we rank

  1. 1

    The Brisbane Plumbers

    5.0
    (606 reviews)
    1300 847 086
  2. 2

    Inflo Plumbing and Maintenance Pty Ltd

    5.0
    (309 reviews)
    0447 781 988
  3. 3

    Brisbane Taps Toilets and Drains

    5.0
    (179 reviews)
    (07) 3844 1292
  4. 4

    Hop To It Plumbing

    5.0
    (153 reviews)
    (07) 3180 3872
  5. 5

    TRG Plumbing and Drainage

    5.0
    (152 reviews)
    0488 909 773
  6. 6

    Brisbane City Plumbing and Gas

    5.0
    (151 reviews)
    0435 878 512
  7. 7

    Rennick Plumbing

    5.0
    (143 reviews)
    0433 500 409
  8. 8

    Bayside Plumbing

    5.0
    (137 reviews)
    0412 634 599
  9. 9

    Blackflow Plumbing & Gas

    5.0
    (76 reviews)
    0409 042 405
  10. 10

    MetaCore Plumbing

    5.0
    (55 reviews)
    0410 997 043

How much does a plumber cost in Brisbane?

Most Brisbane plumbers charge $100–$160 an hour plus a $90–$150 call-out fee; after-hours work costs more. Prices are indicative and the final quote depends on access, materials and the suburb, so always ask whether a quote includes GST.

Hourly rate$100 – $160 per hour
Call-out / service fee$90 – $150
After-hours or emergency visit$250 – $700 per visit
Leaking tap repair$80 – $260
Toilet repair$150 – $350
Blocked drain (standard)$150 – $400
Blocked drain (CCTV camera and jetting)$350 – $800
Burst pipe repair$200 – $550
Gas fitting$250 – $400 per point
Electric hot water system, installed$800 – $1,800
Gas hot water system, installed$1,200 – $2,200
Heat pump hot water system, installed$3,000 – $4,200

Tips before you book

  • Ask whether the call-out fee is credited against the job — some plumbers do.
  • Ask for an itemised quote that separates labour, parts and call-out.
  • Heat pump systems cost more upfront but may qualify for rebates; check current Queensland and federal programs before you buy.

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How to choose a plumber in Brisbane

In Queensland, almost all plumbing — taps, toilets, hot water, drains and pipe repairs — must legally be done by a QBCC-licensed plumber, so the licence check comes first.

  1. Check their QBCC licence.

    Search the plumber's name or licence number on the QBCC licensee register (https://my.qbcc.qld.gov.au/myQBCC/s/qbcc-licensee-register). If they don't appear, they may not be licensed — call the QBCC on 139 333 to confirm.

  2. Get two or three itemised quotes.

    Compare labour, parts and call-out fees separately, not just the total.

  3. Ask about the call-out fee and after-hours rates

    before they arrive, especially for emergencies.

  4. Ask for a Form 4 on notifiable work.

    Bathroom renovations and water heater installations are notifiable: the plumber must lodge a Form 4 with the QBCC within 10 business days and give you a copy.

  5. Check reviews for your type of job.

    A plumber with hundreds of reviews mentioning hot water is a safer bet for a hot water job than a perfect score from five reviews.

  6. Confirm public liability insurance

    and ask how they warrant their workmanship.

  7. Get it in writing.

    In Queensland, domestic building work over $3,300 (including GST) needs a written, signed contract, and most residential building work over that amount also needs QBCC home warranty insurance.

If something goes wrong, you can lodge a plumbing and drainage complaint with the QBCC online or on 139 333.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best plumber in Brisbane?

Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated Brisbane plumbers are currently The Brisbane Plumbers, Inflo Plumbing and Maintenance Pty Ltd and Brisbane Taps Toilets and Drains. The best choice still depends on your job, so compare their services and request quotes from two or three.

How much does a plumber cost in Brisbane?

Most Brisbane plumbers charge $100–$160 an hour plus a call-out fee of $90–$150. Common jobs like a leaking tap cost $80–$260, while a replacement electric hot water system typically costs $800–$1,800 installed.

How much is an emergency plumber in Brisbane?

Expect $250–$700 for an after-hours or emergency visit, depending on the time, the job and travel. Use the "Emergency available" filter to see plumbers offering after-hours service.

How do I check if a plumber is licensed in Queensland?

Search their name or licence number on the QBCC licensee register at my.qbcc.qld.gov.au, or call the QBCC on 139 333. In Queensland, most plumbing work — including taps, toilets, hot water and drains — must be done by a licensed plumber.

Can I do my own plumbing in Queensland?

Generally no. Queensland law requires a licensed plumber for regulated work such as fixtures, pipes, drains and water heaters. The QBCC lists a few exceptions you can do yourself, such as replacing a showerhead, a tap washer or a toilet cistern's float valve.

What is a Form 4 and do I need one?

A Form 4 is the notice a plumber lodges with the QBCC for notifiable work, such as a bathroom renovation or hot water system installation. Your plumber must lodge it within 10 business days and give you a copy.

How much does it cost to unblock a drain in Brisbane?

A standard blocked drain usually costs $150–$400. If the plumber needs a CCTV camera inspection and high-pressure jetting, expect $350–$800.

How much does a new hot water system cost in Brisbane?

Installed prices are typically $800–$1,800 for electric, $1,200–$2,200 for gas and $3,000–$4,200 for a heat pump. Heat pumps cost more upfront but are cheaper to run.

Is it free to request quotes through Top Local Trades?

Yes. Requesting quotes is free for homeowners, with no obligation. Select the plumbers you want, describe the job once, and each business receives your request directly.

How are plumbers ranked on this page?

Plumbers are ordered by their Google rating weighted by review count, so a 5.0 from a few reviews doesn't outrank a 4.9 from hundreds. Businesses can't pay to change their position in the ranked list. See how we rank for the full method.

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