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Top Rated Plumbers on the Gold Coast

The highest-rated plumbers on the Gold Coast right now are The Plumbing Doctor (5.0 from 1,025 Google reviews), Crystal Waters Plumbing & Drainage (5.0 from 376 Google reviews) and High Tide Plumbing & Gas Gold Coast (5.0 from 235 Google reviews). We rank 59 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 28 October 2026

59 businesses

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

Todd's Plumbing & Electrical
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Todd's Plumbing & Electrical

Ashmore, QLD · 18 yrs

4.7
(201 reviews)
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The Plumbing Doctor

The Plumbing Doctor

Burleigh Heads, QLD

5.0
(1025 reviews)
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Better Plumbing Co

Better Plumbing Co

Varsity Lakes, QLD

5.0
(113 reviews)
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Ford Plumbing Co.

Ford Plumbing Co.

Broadbeach, QLD

5.0
(101 reviews)
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Sunday Plumbing

Sunday Plumbing

Reedy Creek, QLD

4.9
(50 reviews)
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Flint Plumbing

Flint Plumbing

Molendinar, QLD

5.0
(1 review)
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Bond Plumbing

Bond Plumbing

Arundel, QLD

4.8
(335 reviews)
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Dial a plumber

Dial a plumber

Mermaid Waters, QLD

1.0
(1 review)
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apples contracting

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Mermaid Waters, QLD

4.5
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YoxFlow Plumbing

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Surfers Paradise, QLD

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Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated plumbers on the Gold Coast are currently The Plumbing Doctor, Crystal Waters Plumbing & Drainage and High Tide Plumbing & Gas Gold Coast. The best choice still depends on your job — compare their services and request quotes from two or three.

Top 10 Plumbers on the Gold Coast

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

  1. 1

    Todd's Plumbing & Electrical

    Featured
    4.7
    (201 reviews)
    0482 080 423
  2. 2

    The Plumbing Doctor

    5.0
    (1025 reviews)
    (07) 5530 6333
  3. 3

    Crystal Waters Plumbing & Drainage

    5.0
    (376 reviews)
    0412 402 399
  4. 4

    High Tide Plumbing & Gas Gold Coast

    5.0
    (235 reviews)
    0452 550 849
  5. 5

    Creative Coast Plumbing & Gas

    5.0
    (185 reviews)
    0485 090 185
  6. 6

    STL Plumbing Services Pty Ltd

    5.0
    (151 reviews)
    0430 891 741
  7. 7

    Better Plumbing Co

    5.0
    (113 reviews)
    0413 414 236
  8. 8

    Sunnyside Plumbing

    5.0
    (101 reviews)
    0421 351 918
  9. 9

    Ford Plumbing Co.

    5.0
    (101 reviews)
    1800 224 848
  10. 10

    Coast Plumbing Solutions PTY LTD

    5.0
    (61 reviews)
    0432 354 477

How much does a plumber cost on the Gold Coast?

Most Gold Coast plumbers charge $100–$160 an hour plus a $80–$150 call-out fee; after-hours work costs 50–100% more. Prices include GST; the final quote depends on access, materials and the suburb.

Hourly rate$100 – $160 per hour
Call-out / service fee$80 – $150
After-hours or emergency visit$245 – $685 per visit
Leaking tap repair$100 – $200
Toilet repair$150 – $345
Blocked drain (standard)$150 – $315
Blocked drain (CCTV camera and jetting)$345 – $685
Burst pipe repair$200 – $600
Gas fitting$245 – $390 per point
Electric hot water system, installed$900 – $1,800
Gas hot water system, installed$1,200 – $2,500
Heat pump hot water system, installed$2,950 – $4,125

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 on the Gold Coast

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 on the Gold Coast?

Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated Gold Coast plumbers are currently The Plumbing Doctor, Crystal Waters Plumbing & Drainage and High Tide Plumbing & Gas Gold Coast. 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 on the Gold Coast?

Most Gold Coast plumbers charge $100–$160 an hour plus a call-out fee of $80–$150. Common jobs like a leaking tap cost $100–$200, while a replacement electric hot water system typically costs $900–$1,800 installed.

How much is an emergency plumber on the Gold Coast?

Expect $245–$685 for an after-hours or emergency visit, as rates are typically 50–100% higher than business hours. 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 on the Gold Coast?

A standard blocked drain usually costs $150–$315. If the plumber needs a CCTV camera inspection and high-pressure jetting, expect $345–$685.

How much does a new hot water system cost on the Gold Coast?

Installed prices are typically $900–$1,800 for electric, $1,200–$2,500 for gas and $2,950–$4,125 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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