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Electricians

switchboards, EV chargers, power points, lighting, safety checks and urgent outages

Plumbers

hot water upgrades, blocked drains, leaking taps, toilets and burst pipes

HVAC technicians

split system installs, servicing, repairs and replacement quotes

Builders

renovations, upgrades, defects, carpentry and project quoting

Landscapers and earthworks

retaining walls, turf, paving, site cuts, trenching, excavation and outdoor upgrades

Concreters and fencers

driveways, slabs, paths, Colorbond fencing, gates and boundary repairs

Roofers and roof plumbers

roof leaks, gutters, downpipes, box gutters, restoration and storm damage

Cleaners, locksmiths and garage doors

end of lease cleans, lock changes, urgent lockouts, motors and roller door repairs

Common problems

• Running cistern
• Blocked toilet
• Broken flush button
• Leaking pan connector

Typical cost

$150 - $450+ depending on parts

Average time

Often 1-2 hours

When to call a tradie

Call a tradie when a toilet is blocked, leaking or cannot flush.

Can I do anything myself?

You can stop using the toilet and turn off the mini tap if needed.

Safety note

Avoid using a toilet if sewage is backing up.

Questions your tradie may ask

• Is it blocked, leaking or not flushing?
• Is there a second toilet?
• Can water be isolated?

Photos to prepare

• Toilet and cistern photo
• Flush button
• Leak area

How do I find the right plumber in South Melbourne?

Describe the job in plain English. TradeCentral identifies the likely trade, urgency and job type, then prepares the request for suitable local businesses based on service area, licence fit, availability and response quality.

How much does toilet repair usually cost in Australia?

$150 - $450+ depending on parts

How long does toilet repair normally take?

Often 1-2 hours

What should I prepare before requesting quotes?

Prepare toilet and cistern photo, flush button, leak area. Tradies may also ask: Is it blocked, leaking or not flushing? Is there a second toilet? Can water be isolated?