Tap Repair / Replacement cost in Australia
Repair leaking tap or replace mixer/tap. Here is what it typically costs, what is and isn't included, and how prices shift by city — then check your own quote against it.
Typical price
$130 – $400
Most people pay around $220
National guide (Sydney baseline). Confidence: high. Last reviewed 2026-05-25.
Materials
Materials are sometimes included and sometimes charged separately, so always confirm.
Washer replacement is labour-only. Full tap replacement excludes the tap unit ($80–$400+).
GST & fees
Quotes usually include GST.
Callout fee typically $80–$150.
Tap Repair / Replacement prices by city
City figures apply local cost-of-living adjustments to the national guide.
| City | Typical range | Around |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | $130 – $400 | $220 |
| Melbourne | $120 – $368 | $202 |
| Brisbane | $111 – $340 | $187 |
| Perth | $107 – $328 | $180 |
| Adelaide | $101 – $312 | $172 |
| Canberra | $121 – $372 | $205 |
| Hobart | $107 – $328 | $180 |
| Darwin | $114 – $352 | $194 |
| Gold Coast | $108 – $332 | $183 |
| Toowoomba | $101 – $312 | $172 |
| Ballarat | $109 – $336 | $185 |
| Bendigo | $108 – $332 | $183 |
| Townsville | $111 – $340 | $187 |
| Mackay | $120 – $368 | $202 |
| Albury-Wodonga | $104 – $320 | $176 |
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