Plumbing Quote Template: How to Quote Plumbing Jobs in Australia

Plumbing quotes that win work are clear, itemised, and sent fast. Here's what to include and how to price plumbing jobs for the Australian market.

What every plumbing quote must include

• Your plumber's licence number — required in all states. Display it prominently.
• ABN and business name
• Contact details
• Quote number and date
• Expiry date — 14–30 days; hot water systems and fittings prices shift
• Client name and job site address
• Itemised scope — each fixture, pipe run, appliance connection as a line item
• GST itemised
• Payment terms
• Exclusions — especially assumptions about existing pipe condition

How to price plumbing work in Australia

Labour rates (2025 Australian market)

• Sydney / Melbourne licensed plumber: $120–$160/hr
• Brisbane / Perth: $110–$140/hr
• Adelaide / regional: $100–$130/hr
• After-hours / emergency callout: $200–$350/hr (flat callout fee plus hourly rate)

Drain camera, jetting, and specialist equipment typically carries an additional hire charge or is rolled into a higher rate for that task.

Fixture pricing

For standard installations, many plumbers price as a fixed rate per fixture rather than hourly. This is faster to quote and easier for clients to understand:

• Replace tap set: $180–$280 supply and install
• Replace toilet suite: $400–$600 supply and install
• Install hot water system (storage): $900–$1,400 supply and install
• Hot water system (continuous flow): $1,200–$2,000 supply and install

These are rough market ranges — your actual pricing should reflect your costs and margins.

Common plumbing quote line items

• Remove and replace [fixture] — supply and install as one line
• Connect [appliance] to existing supply and drain
• New pipe run — labour and materials, specify material (copper, PEX, PVC)
• Hot water system — supply, install, connect gas/electric, commission
• Rough-in (new construction) — per outlet/fixture point
• Backflow prevention testing and certification (commercial)
• Drain camera inspection — flat rate or per hour

Exclusions to protect yourself

• "Assumes existing pipework is in satisfactory condition — additional work if corrosion or non-standard connections found"
• "Does not include wall reinstatement after pipe access"
• "Assumes standard clearances for hot water system — variations may apply if site differs from description"
• "Assumes mains water pressure within normal range (200–500 kPa)"

Licensing and compliance

Plumbing work in Australia requires a licensed plumber for all regulated work — including drainage, gas, roofing and mechanical services plumbing in addition to water supply and sanitary. After completion, plumbers in most states must issue a Certificate of Compliance for regulated work. Include the certificate in your quote scope.

Related guides

• How to Write a Trade Quote in Australia
• How to Price a Job as a Tradie

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