Plumbing prices in South Africa
Typical market guide — not a quote. Your real price comes from the business.
South African guide ranges
- Call-out fee (business hours)R450 – R950 per visit
- Labour per hourR350 – R850 per hour
- Blocked drain or toilet unblockingR600 – R1 500 per job
- Geyser replacement (supply and fit)R6 000 – R12 000+ per geyser
National guide only. Your real price comes from the business after they see the job.
Guides for your city
Plumbing in Durban →Plumbing in Johannesburg →Plumbing in Cape Town →Plumbing in Pretoria →Plumbing in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) →Plumbing in Bloemfontein →Plumbing in East London →Plumbing in Pietermaritzburg →Plumbing in Polokwane →Plumbing in Mbombela (Nelspruit) →
More cities coming soon.
What changes the price
- After-hours or weekend call-out (often 50% more)
- Travel distance from the plumber
- Access to pipes in walls, ceilings or under floors
- Parts and geyser size
- Compliance certificate (COC) needed
Sources