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Hocking's Plumbing & Gas

Updated 2026-10-05 · 3,736 reviewed · 734 listed · Scored from 253 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(253) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Hocking's Plumbing & Gas
Location
Bassendean
Services
Emergency Plumbing, Plumber, Gas Installation Service
Reviews
253
Ranking
#23 in Emergency Plumbing
Best for
Homeowners needing fast, transparent service for urgent water heater or drain issues.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-05. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-09-05.

What do recent reviews say?

Reviewers consistently report fast response times and same-day or next-day service, with Jared and his team handling urgent jobs from gas pipe repairs to emergency hot water replacements. Pricing stands out as transparent and competitive against other local quotes, staff are polite and professional, and every job leaves the property tidy.

Named technicians Jude, Matt, Rory, Byron, and others have handled everything from blocked drains to thermostat changes without fuss. Repeat customers praise their problem-solving on tricky issues and dependable communication. Not a single negative note emerges across recent reviews.

Praised for
  • quick response and same-day service
  • transparent pricing and value for money
  • professional and polite staff
  • tidy work and clean after job
  • dependable and skilled workmanship
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Best for: Homeowners needing fast, transparent service for urgent water heater or drain issues.

What are they good at?

  • Same-day and next-day emergency callouts
  • Transparent pricing and competitive quotes
  • Skilled multi-trade team (plumbing and gas)
  • Tidy, professional finishing

Worth knowing

  • Team leader Jared coordinates jobs; named technicians include Jude, Matt, Rory, and Byron
  • Water heater replacement with pipes, taps, and old unit removal listed at $2850
  • One customer received competing quotes $3k and $1k separately for the same job; Hocking's quoted $2850 all-in
  • Team resolves longstanding issues other plumbers could not fix
  • Weekend callout availability confirmed

What reviews say by service

Hot Water Systems
Same-day and emergency replacements, thermostat work; customers praise speed and fair pricing versus competitor quotes.
Gas Fitting
Gas pipe repair and system checks praised for thoroughness and quick turnaround after accidental damage.
Drain & Blocked Drains
Next-day unblocking with specialist equipment when other plumbers couldn't help.
Emergency Plumbing
Weekend and prompt response; urgent water heater and pipe leaks resolved within hours.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.8 average across the 489 gas fitting businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 94% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 93
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
231
4
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3
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2
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3

FAQ

Do you operate on weekends or evenings?
Yes. One customer received a prompt reply on the weekend and another was serviced first thing Monday morning after requesting help on a Friday.
Can you handle a blocked drain if other plumbers can't?
One customer reported getting drain clearance the next day when several other plumbers lacked the equipment or availability.
What does a hot water system replacement cost?
Their website lists $2850 for water heater replacement with pipes, water taps, and old unit removal included.

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Last updated 2026-10-05