Price guide · Plumbing
The Cost of Plumbing Services in 2026
Quotes in East Rand, Johannesburg, Helderberg, Vaal Triangle and 15 more areas
- Prices checked November 2026
Price guide
What it costs
Drain unblocking or cleaning
From 3 businesses' published prices in Johannesburg and Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Drain cleaning labour
From 2 businesses' published prices in Johannesburg and Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Standard plumbing call-out
From 2 businesses' published prices in Western Cape and Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Plumbing repair labour
From 2 businesses' published prices in Western Cape and Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Leaking tap or toilet repair
From R400 per job
From Domingo Plumbing's published prices in Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Leak detection
From 2 businesses' published prices in Western Cape and Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Emergency or after-hours plumbing call-out
From 2 businesses' published prices in Cape Town, checked November 2026.
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Toilet installation, labour
From 3 businesses' published prices, checked November 2026.
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Flush mechanism replaced, labour
R650
From Juspropa (plumber listing on Leroy Merlin)'s published prices, checked November 2026.
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Plumbing compliance inspection
R450 per job
From Disa Plumbing's published prices in Cape Town, checked November 2026.
What these prices include: These are labour prices; you buy the toilet. Mapcon Enterprise and Moresi Plumbing list a pedestal toilet at R1,300 and R1,200, Fungai Trading at R1,050.
What changes the price: Whether the new toilet goes where the old one was, a pedestal or wall-hung toilet, the state of the pipes and floor, and who buys the toilet.
Recent work by these plumbers
Tell us the job and a plumber that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
R J Master Plumbers & Renovators · October 2026 
Fusion Plumbing · July 2026 
R J Master Plumbers & Renovators · October 2026 
Fusion Plumbing · July 2026 
R J Master Plumbers & Renovators · October 2026 
Fusion Plumbing · July 2026
What you can ask for
- Blocked drainsDrains and sewers unblocked.
- Plumbing repairsLeaking taps, toilets and pipes fixed.
- Leak detectionHidden water leaks found and fixed.
- New plumbing workBathrooms, kitchens and new water points.
- Emergency plumberBurst pipes, blocked drains and leaks, fixed on call.
- Plumbing CoCThe plumbing certificate needed to sell a house.
What a municipal water by-law expects of homeowners and plumbers
eThekwini's 2023 water by-law, like other metros' by-laws, sets who may do plumbing work and what the owner pays for.
- Who may do the work
- Work that needs approval, replacing a geyser or its safety valves, and testing or repairing backflow preventers may only be done by a registered plumber or contractor.
- Your side of the meter
- The owner provides and maintains the water installation on their property at their own cost.
- Leaks
- An owner must repair leaking pipes, faulty fittings and overflows the municipality says are wasting water.
- Isolating valve
- A valve that shuts off the whole property must sit no more than 1.5 metres inside the boundary, where it can easily be turned.
- Geysers
- Every new or replacement geyser gets a drip tray with an overflow pipe that drains outside.
- Emergencies
- To prevent damage, danger or waste, the municipality may cut the water without notice and do emergency work at the owner's cost.
eThekwini Municipality, Water By-law, 2023 (sections 16, 31, 46, 54, 57 and 64), via openbylaws.org.za, checked 12 Nov 2026.
Plumbers near you
13 plumbers take requests here. Pick your area to see who covers it.
Western Cape
KwaZulu-Natal
Mpumalanga
Eastern Cape
Who gives you the price
Your request goes to one that covers your area, not all 13, so you get one call, not a string of them.
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Core Leak Detection
Covers Atlantic Seaboard and CBD, Blouberg and surrounds and 3 more areas
On Local Pros since 2025
- 6 years in business (since 2020)
- 138 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 7 to 10
CJ W. says, “Core's team is professional, assistive and takes the time to understand the issue.” Google
In their words: Core Leak Detection offers plumbing, leak detection, and geyser services across Cape Town’s Northern and Southern Suburbs, Somerset West, Strand, Stellenbosch, and surrounding areas. We handle residential, commercial, and industrial projects, including pool repairs and gas installations.
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Clean Safe Sustainable Futures
Covers Centurion, East Rand and 3 more areas
4.8 / 9 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 8 years in business (since 2018)
- 459 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 4 to 6
- After-hours call-outs
- Qualified and licensed
Lesley O. says, “Ben and team did a great job in replacing my geyser.” Local Pros
In their words: Clean Safe Sustainable Futures provides plumbing services, geyser installations, and repairs across Johannesburg, Centurion, East Rand, and surrounding areas since 2018. We offer general plumbing, geyser installations, blockage clearing, leak detection, and plumbing COCs.
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R J Master Plumbers & Renovators
Covers Atlantic Seaboard and CBD, Blouberg and surrounds and 2 more areas
5.0 / 4 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 34 years in business (since 1992)
- Team of 2 to 3
- After-hours call-outs
- Owner managed
Bianca says, “Amazing Service From Richard and Martin!” Local Pros
In their words: R J Master Plumbers & Renovators offers plumbing services including geysers, leak detection, and general plumbing in Cape Town and surrounding areas. We have been in business since 1992.
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Divcon
Covers Johannesburg and West Rand
5.0 / 3 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 17 years in business (since 2009)
- Team of 4 to 6
- Qualified and licensed
- Gives a warranty
H S. says, “They guys were great, efficient .” Local Pros
In their words: Divcon, owned by Steven, offers a wide range of services including gas installation, plumbing, solar PV, and general maintenance in the West Rand and Johannesburg areas. We’ve been serving our community since 2009, providing quality workmanship for residential and commercial clients.
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Terzen Plumbing
Covers Johannesburg and West Rand
4.3 / 3 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- Team of 2 to 3
- After-hours call-outs
- Owner managed
Harry says, “Arrived roughly on time and immediately identified the issue The no cost quote is misleading as there is a call out charge” Local Pros
In their words: Terzen Plumbing offers a wide range of plumbing services including geysers, leak detection, and general plumbing work. We serve areas across Johannesburg, the West Rand, Pretoria, Centurion, and the East Rand.
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Aladdin Plumbing and Electrical Service
Covers East Rand, Joburg South / Alberton and Vaal Triangle
5.0 / 2 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 13 years in business (since 2013)
- After-hours call-outs
- Owner managed
Cindy B. says, “Excellent service, very knowledgeable and was very quick to respond.” Local Pros
In their words: Aladdin Plumbing and Electrical Service offers plumbing and electrical solutions in the East Rand, Joburg South, Alberton, and Vaal Triangle areas. Our services include geyser installation and repair, leak detection, blocked drain clearing, and electrical work.
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VitalWorks
Covers Johannesburg
5.0 / 2 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 4 years in business (since 2022)
- 107 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 4 to 6
- Qualified and licensed
Karen says, “Quick to contact me, good communication throughout the process.” Local Pros
In their words: VitalWorks offers plumbing, geyser, and painting services in Johannesburg and the East Rand. We cover areas including Randburg, Sandton, Midrand, Boksburg, Kempton Park, Germiston, Benoni, and Springs.
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DrainWorx
Covers Durban and Durban North
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Dungbeetles
Covers Joburg South / Alberton and Vaal Triangle
On Local Pros since 2024
In their words: Dungbeetles is a plumbing and septic tank service company operating in the Vaal Triangle (Vanderbijlpark – Vereeniging) and Joburg South/Alberton areas. They offer a range of services including plumbing repairs, septic tank cleaning, installation and maintenance.
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Dicodex Precision Maintenance and Projects
Covers Witbank and Witbank Surrounds
On Local Pros since 2025
- 6 years in business (since 2020)
- 63 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 2 to 3
In their words: Dicodex Precision Maintenance and Projects offers plumbing, electrical, and water system services in Witbank and surrounding areas. We handle everything from emergency call-outs to new installations and repairs for residential and commercial properties.
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Bonaho Plumbers
Covers Port Elizabeth and Port Elizabeth Surrounds
On Local Pros since 2025
- 7 years in business (since 2019)
- 99 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 2 to 3
In their words: Bonaho Plumbers offers reliable plumbing services in East London, Port Elizabeth, and surrounding areas. We provide a range of services including geyser installations, leak repairs, blockage clearance, and emergency callouts.
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JRE Plumbing and Projects
Covers Garden Route – George
- 40 requests passed to them since August 2025
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Fusion Plumbing
Covers Helderberg and Paarl
What customers say about price and quotes
4.7
Average from 87 reviews of the 7 plumbers above on Google and Local Pros, checked November 2026.
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Monique F.
this week
First review: They were willing to help sooner when I had an emergency, and this really made all the difference to save costs and serious inconvenience for my tenant. Thank you to the team for being so accommodating. Second review (a year later) : We called them back a second time because there were new leaks that popped up after the first 2 leaks were fixed a year ago. Our pool water was literally disappearing! These were very bad leaks due to the inadequate pipe system that was put in by either the developer or the previous owner (not sure which). We decided to completely redo our entire piping system from the jets to the pump which also included 2 spa jets and from the skimmer box to the pump. After receiving 2 quotes, we went with Core Leak Detection because they provided us with a 3 year guarantee on the work and also they pressure test the system afterwards which is critical to see that everything is working properly. We are extremely glad we did because they definitely went out of their way to make sure this huge project was perfectly done and we would not have any more issues with the pipes and jet system. They also fixed our spa system and filter sand which was a mess. Our coping was beautifully preserved and they made sure they left it in the condition they found it. A special thanks goes to Wayden and George, who both patiently answered all our questions and were always professional, kind and friendly. Your assistance and advice went a long way to calm our fears with regards to this project. We also appreciate you accommodating us on short notice. Also Helicia in the office, your customer service is excellent and communication is really good all round. We always knew where the project was in the process. Been a pleasure working with you all :-) A final note: You cannot go wrong to leave things in this company's capable and reliable hands. We have no hesitation in recommending them for all leak detection, plumbing and swimming pool problems.
Review of Core Leak Detection left on Google
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Joanna
a year ago
Quote, buying and fixing same day. Quick and efficient but job still done very well. Professional and pleasant.
Review of Clean Safe Sustainable Futures left on Local Pros
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Harry
a year ago
Arrived roughly on time and immediately identified the issue The no cost quote is misleading as there is a call out charge
Review of Terzen Plumbing left on Local Pros
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David
2 years ago
We recently moved to the area and managed to find Aladdin plumbing and electrical. Victor got in touch with me immediately Communicated well and has reasonable pricing. Going forward I will definitely be using his services
Review of Aladdin Plumbing and Electrical Service left on Local Pros
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Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Damlane Tech Group's listed price on Leroy Merlin, Mzansi Technology and Construction Group's listed price on Leroy Merlin, Juspropa's listed prices on Leroy Merlin, Inspectaleak, Leakfind, Disa Plumbing, Domingo Plumbing and Absolute Plumbing Cape Town: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them on 12 November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
How are these plumbers rated?
4.7 out of 5 on average, from 87 reviews of 7 plumbers.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
The full guide
General advice, written February 2024.
- Leak Detection and Repair
- Drain Cleaning
- Toilet Repair and Installation
- Faucet and Sink Repair and Installation
- Shower and Bathtub Repair and Installation
- Water Heater Repair and Installation
- Pipe Repair and Replacement
- And Many More Related Plumbing Services
Please follow the links for more pricing info on other plumbing-related services.
Factors Influencing the Cost of Plumbing Services
The cost of plumbing services depends on several factors, including:
- Job complexity: The more complex the job, the higher the cost. For example, fixing a leak is less costly than installing a new pipe system.
- Labour costs: The plumber's expertise and experience can influence the price. Highly skilled and experienced plumbers usually charge more for their services.
- Emergency services: If you need a plumber urgently, you may have to pay extra for emergency services.
- Location: The cost of living in your area can also affect the cost of plumbing services. Services in cities may cost more than those in rural areas.
- Materials used: The quality and type of materials can significantly affect the cost. High-quality materials often come with a higher price tag.
- Travelling Distance: The further the plumber needs to travel to the job site the higher the cost will be.
Why Choose a Local Pros Partner for Your Plumbing Needs
It is often hard to find the right Plumber for the job that is why Local Pros has done the hard work for you. When choosing a Local Pros partner you can be sure that.
- Quality Service: They strive to provide high-quality service to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Fair Pricing: They offer competitive pricing without compromising on the quality of service.
- Customer Support: They provide excellent customer support, ensuring that all your queries and concerns are addressed.
By choosing a Local Pros partner, you can ensure that you receive quality service at fair prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the cost of plumbing services include materials?
The cost of plumbing services may or may not include the cost of materials. It's best to discuss this with the plumber beforehand.
How can I save money on plumbing services?
You can save money on plumbing services by maintaining your plumbing system regularly to avoid major repairs, comparing quotes from different service providers, and using high-quality materials that last longer.
Is it better to repair or replace my old plumbing system?
The answer depends on the condition of your plumbing system. If the system is old and requires frequent repairs, it might be more cost-effective to replace it.
Can I do my own plumbing work to save money?
While you can do minor tasks like fixing a leak, it's always better to hire a professional for major plumbing work to ensure the job is done correctly and safely.
What should I do in case of a plumbing emergency?
In case of a plumbing emergency, it's recommended to turn off the water supply and contact a professional plumber immediately.
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