General Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs:
$80 to $300 to unblock a drain
$50 to $250 to fix a leaking tap
$50 to $500 to fix a leaking toilet
Up to $900 to install a new vanity basin
$800-$2000 for installation of hot water heaters depending on the type and style
Bathroom Renovation Costs:
Waterproofing $1,000
Tiling $1,500
Bathroom fixture installation $1,000
Shower screen installation $1,400
A budget renovation costs between $5,000 and $15,000
A standard renovation costs between $15,000 and $25,000
A premium or luxury renovation costs mostly between $25,000 and $60,000
The average cost of a bathroom renovation in Australia is $19,500
State and Territory Averages:
Tasmania: $15,167
Western Australia: $17,769
South Australia: $18,557
Victoria: $19,036
Queensland: $20,190
New South Wales: $20,933
Northern Territory: $22,500
Australian Capital Territory: $23,000
Standard Call-Out Fee
A standard call-out fee of up to $100 is often charged for a plumber to visit your property and assess the scope of the work that needs to be completed.
For large works & quotations, the call-out fee may be waived if the job goes ahead.
Emergency Call-Out Fee
Emergency & after-hours call-out fees can be up to $250 or more depending on the time of the day and your location.
Labour Costs A plumber will charge a flat or hourly rate for labour up to $150 an hour which should be highlighted on your quotation.
Material Costs
Material costs for plumbing repairs, fixtures, and fittings will greatly vary depending on style, materials and your budget.
Your plumber can provide you with an option to supply all materials which should be listed on the quotation.
What can a plumber help you with?
Plumbing laws and regulations determine what work must be carried out by a licensed plumber. This is to ensure your safety as most plumbing work could cause serious risks and injury if not done correctly. How do you know what tasks a plumber will need to do? We’ve made a list of the most common types of repairs and work that must be completed by a licensed plumber.
Browse our HOW TO FIX resource, searching for the guides to fix a tap, fix a toilet, fix a shower, Q&As and more.
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