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The Drain Surgeon Plumbing and Gas

Updated 2026-09-05 · 3,731 reviewed · 725 listed · Scored from 265 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(265) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Drain Surgeon Plumbing and Gas
Services
Drain & Blocked Drains, Emergency Plumbing, Plumber
Reviews
265
Ranking
#21 in Drain & Blocked Drains
Best for
Homeowners needing reliable emergency plumbing and blocked drain repairs in south-east Perth.

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

What do recent reviews say?

Mark arrives on time and fixes problems others have failed to solve, often explaining the issue clearly so customers understand what went wrong. He handles blocked drains, leaks, emergency repairs, and appliance installs with visible expertise, keeps customers updated throughout the job, and works at reasonable prices-many reviewers return year after year and call him first for emergencies.

Staff include Mark and Dave; both are professional and leave worksites clean and reinstated properly. The business has served the same customers for years and manages complex jobs like mains line leaks with specialist equipment on hand, sometimes even fixing extra issues on-site without rebooking the job.

Praised for
  • responsive and reliable
  • fixes complex issues first time
  • professional and neat work
  • clear communication and updates
  • fair pricing
  • owner-operator takes pride
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Best for: Homeowners needing reliable emergency plumbing and blocked drain repairs in south-east Perth.

What are they good at?

  • Owner-operator with 25+ years' experience
  • emergency callouts with leak detection specialist on hand
  • fixes complex blockages and leaks first time
  • professional two-person crews
  • transparent communication and fair pricing

Worth knowing

  • Owner-operator Mark handles most jobs personally, supported by Dave on larger work.
  • Leak Detection specialist brought in for complex mains line leaks.
  • Repairs often completed same visit without rebooking (e.g., found and fixed broken pipe during blockage clearance).
  • Long-term repeat customers; many engaged for 10+ years.
  • Worked emergency repair on Christmas Eve.
  • Website lists 25 years' operating history and service areas from Armadale to Forrestfield.

What reviews say by service

Drain & Blocked Drains
Diagnosed and repaired blocked stormwater and sewer drains to high standard; found root cause and fixed extra broken pipes same visit.
Emergency Plumbing
Responsive to urgent mains line leaks and emergency repairs; brings specialist equipment and works outside normal hours.
Plumber
Handles leaks, tap repairs, dishwasher and washing machine installation; fixes issues others failed on.
Gas Fitting
Completed house gas connection and bayonet fitting at competitive price.
Hot Water Systems
No specific detail in reviews.
Gas Installation Service
No specific detail in reviews.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.81 average across the 387 drain & blocked drains businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 95% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 93
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 82
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
244
4
18
3
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1
1
1

FAQ

Does Mark work weekends or outside business hours?
Yes. Reviews mention emergency callouts and one Christmas Eve repair, suggesting flexible availability.
Will you fix extra issues found during a job without charging to rebook?
Yes. One review notes an unexpected broken pipe found and repaired during blockage clearance with no need to rebook.
Does Mark work alone or bring crew?
Typically Mark handles jobs; he brings Dave for larger work.
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Last updated 2026-09-05