Ethan Doyle
Hobart · 4/5
O'Brien Plumbing quoted call out fee clearly, showed up on time in Hobart, and the final invoice landed inside the stated $0-$85 band.
Melbourne, VIC · Est. 1988
O'Brien Plumbing
O'Brien Plumbing is one of Australia's longest-running plumbing franchise networks, with over 35 years of operation and franchisees in every state and territory. They offer a full range of residential and commercial plumbing services backed by a national service guarantee.
From $95/hr6 servicesBudget-friendly pricing9 areas4.1/5 rating
Business Listing Snapshot
Street address
Level 4, 187 Flinders Lane
Melbourne, VIC 3000
ABN-style identifier
10 500 122 247
Overall price range
$0-$3,500
Primary metro coverage
SydneyMelbourneBrisbanePerthAdelaideHobartDarwinCanberra
Pricing Tiers
Entry jobs
Call Out Fee
$0-$85
Most-booked work
Leaking Tap Repair
$115-$260
Large-format projects
Hot Water System
$1,500-$3,500
O'Brien Plumbing Prices 2026
All prices in AUD, inclusive of labour
| Service | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call Out Fee | $0 | $55 | $85 |
| General Hourly Rate | $95 | $128 | $160 |
| Blocked Drain | $165 | $285 | $420 |
| Leaking Tap Repair | $115 | $185 | $260 |
| Hot Water System | $1500 | $2450 | $3500 |
| Gas Fitting | $220 | $360 | $520 |
Service Areas
SydneyMelbourneBrisbanePerthAdelaideHobartDarwinCanberraGold Coast
Customer Reviews
Amelia Brooks
Adelaide · 4/5
We booked O'Brien Plumbing for customers wanting a trusted national brand with broad service coverage and the team handled scheduling, scope changes, and handover more professionally than other quotes we received around Adelaide.
Ben Wallace
Perth · 4/5
Established national franchise with 35+ years of operation was noticeable in practice. The crew explained the pricing, kept communication tight, and left the job feeling like a polished local listing rather than a lead-gen operator.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Established national franchise with 35+ years of operation
- ✓Nationwide coverage including regional areas
- ✓Consistent service standards across all franchise locations
- ✓Full range of residential and commercial plumbing services
Cons
- ✗Franchise model means quality can vary by operator
- ✗Pricing tends to be mid-to-high range
- ✗Booking process can be slower than direct local plumbers
Best for: Customers wanting a trusted national brand with broad service coverage
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O'Brien Plumbing FAQ
O'Brien Plumbing charges between $95 and $160 per hour, with an average rate of $128/hr. Actual costs depend on the type of work and time of service.
Yes, O'Brien Plumbing charges a call-out fee of $0–$85 (average $55).
O'Brien Plumbing services Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, Canberra, Gold Coast. They are headquartered in Melbourne, VIC and have been operating since 1988.
O'Brien Plumbing is rated 4.1/5 overall. They are best for: Customers wanting a trusted national brand with broad service coverage. Established national franchise with 35+ years of operation.