Plumber pricing in Montreal
What plumbers charge in Montreal (typically C$80-C$180/hr), the local factors that move the rate, and a sample quote you can use as a starting point.
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Montreal plumber pricing
What plumbers should charge in Montreal
Montreal plumbers work in Quebec's most regulated trade market. RBQ licence is mandatory; plumbing and heating contractors register additionally with the Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec (CMMTQ). Journeyman certification runs through the Commission de la construction du Québec (CCQ). Quebec Plumbing Code (CSA B125 plus provincial overlay) governs every install. GST 5% and QST 9.975% appear as separate lines on every invoice. Plateau and Mile End triplexes have shared cast-iron stacks at end-of-life; Outremont and Westmount greystones often still run lead service lines. Frozen-pipe season runs December through March and drives emergency callouts at 2x to 3x rates.
Hourly rate
C$80-C$180
per hour, weekday daytime
Call-out fee
C$56-C$120
within standard radius
After-hours
1.5-2x
evening, weekend, holiday
Job pricing
What to charge for common plumber jobs in Montreal
Real-world price ranges for the jobs local tradies quote every week. Use the table as a starting point for your own quotes and adjust for parts, access, and your overheads. All figures in CAD.
Standard call-out (within radius)
What's included
Includes first 30 min diagnostic. Credited against repair on most jobs.
Tap or mixer replacement
What's included
Includes 30-45 min labour + tap supply. Premium mixers add $80 to $200.
Burst pipe repair (accessible)
What's included
Hourly labour + fittings. Wall-cavity repairs cost more.
Toilet replacement (like-for-like)
What's included
Includes pan, cistern, seat, and 60-90 min labour. Premium suites add cost.
Geyser / hot water cylinder replacement
What's included
Includes geyser, drip tray, vacuum breakers, isolation valves, labour, and disposal of old unit.
Drain clearing (jet or rod)
What's included
Hourly + equipment. CCTV survey add $180 to $400 if needed.
Bathroom re-plumb
What's included
Depends on hot/cold runs, fixture count, and access. Excludes tiling and walls.
Kitchen sink + dishwasher install
What's included
Includes connection, isolation valves, waste line. Sink supply not included.
Emergency call-out (after hours)
What's included
Typical 6pm-7am, weekends, and public holidays. State the multiplier on the quote.
Montreal quote factors
What to factor into your Montreal plumber quote
Local context that should shape what you quote as a plumber in Montreal. Harsh humid continental, brutal winters. Cold snowy winters (December-March, often -15°C to -30°C with windchill, occasional -35°C, heavy snow ~210cm/year, Canada's snowiest large city), warm humid summers (July-August, 28°C+ with high humidity, occasional 35°C heatwaves), heavy rainfall (~1,000mm/year). Freeze-thaw cycles 80-100/year (more than Toronto). Ice storm risk (1998 ice storm crippled Montreal for weeks).
Premium enclaves vs standard Montreal tier
Westmount (H3Y/H3Z), Outremont (H2V), Mount Royal Town (H3P/H3R), and Hampstead (H3X) command CAD $135-$240/hour for licensed work, 35-55% above standard Montreal. Standard rates across Plateau, Mile End, Verdun, Rosemont, NDG run $95-$155/hour. Master plumbers carrying CMMTQ membership reach $180-$340/hour on permitted work. Quote the tier explicitly; clients in the enclaves compare against each other, not against East-end rates.
RBQ licence + CMMTQ membership filing
Every plumbing contractor needs an active RBQ licence (specialised subcategory 15.1, 15.2, 15.5 for plumbing, gas, and medical gas). CMMTQ membership is mandatory for plumbing and heating contractors operating in Quebec. Print RBQ licence number and CMMTQ membership number on every quote; unlicensed work is uninsurable, voids GCR warranty coverage, and triggers RBQ enforcement. Quote permit filing (CAD $200-$1,200) for any municipal permit through Ville de Montréal or borough-specific permitting.
Bilingual quote and invoice (Bill 96)
Quebec's Charter of the French Language (Bill 101, reinforced by Bill 96 in 2022) requires commercial documents to be available in French. Commercial customers must receive quotes and invoices in French unless they explicitly request another language in writing. Quote bilingual document preparation as standard; tradies operating bilingually win across both linguistic communities. The OQLF (Office québécois de la langue française) enforces; non-compliance fines run CAD $1,500-$30,000.
Plateau triplex stack replacement
Plateau Mont-Royal (H2J/H2T/H2W), Mile End (H2T), Rosemont (H1Y/H2G), and Verdun (H4G/H4H) triplexes built 1900-1940 have shared cast-iron drain stacks at end-of-life. Quote stack replacement (CAD $8,000-$22,000 per 3-storey stack) on every triplex bathroom or kitchen reno. Cast-iron always fails within 5-10 years of leaving in place. Pre-quote during the initial visit; co-owner disputes follow if the stack is discovered at demo.
Frozen pipe emergency winter peak
Montreal winters drive frozen-pipe emergencies December through March. Quote emergency callouts at CAD $250-$480 including up to 60 minutes on-site, with 2x to 2.5x multiplier evenings and weekends. Pre-1960 housing with exterior-wall plumbing in unheated chases (Plateau triplexes, NDG duplexes) is the recurring failure pattern. Bundle annual winterization service (insulation, heat-trace cable, shut-off valve testing) at CAD $350-$850 per property.
GST + QST separate lines
Quebec invoicing requires GST (5%, federal, administered by CRA) and QST (9.975%, provincial, administered by Revenu Québec) on separate lines, not a combined line. Combined tax shown as a single line is non-compliant. Tradies over CAD $30,000 turnover must register for both numbers. Print the GST number (NEQ format) and QST number on every quote and invoice. Combined rate is approximately 14.975%; show the two lines clearly.
Sample quote
A real Montreal plumber quote you can copy
Standard burst geyser replacement, 150L electric, residential. Replace the line items and rates with your own; the structure stays.
Call-out fee (within 15km radius)
150L Heat Tech vertical electric geyser (5-year warranty)
Drip tray, vacuum breakers, isolation valves, safety valve
Plumbing labour (3 hours installed, drain old unit, test new)
Disposal of old geyser
Certificate of Compliance (electrical)
FAQ
Montreal plumber pricing questions, answered
Common questions about plumber pricing in Montreal, with answers framed for tradies pricing their own work.
CAD $95-$155 per hour for licensed journeyman work across standard Montreal (Plateau, Mile End, Verdun, Rosemont, NDG, Saint-Henri). $135-$240 per hour for the premium enclaves: Westmount (H3Y/H3Z), Outremont (H2V), Mount Royal Town (H3P/H3R), Hampstead (H3X). Master plumbers carrying CMMTQ membership reach $180-$340 per hour on permitted work. State your RBQ licence number and CMMTQ membership on every quote.
Yes. RBQ (Régie du bâtiment du Québec) licence is mandatory for any plumbing contractor. Specialised subcategories: 15.1 plumbing, 15.2 gas, 15.5 medical gas. CMMTQ (Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec) membership is also mandatory for plumbing and heating contractors. Print both numbers on every quote; unlicensed work is uninsurable and triggers RBQ enforcement.
GST 5% and QST 9.975% must appear as separate lines, not combined. GST is federal (CRA); QST is provincial (Revenu Québec). Tradies over CAD $30,000 turnover must register for both numbers and display them on every quote and invoice. Combined rate is approximately 14.975%; showing one combined line is non-compliant.
Yes, for commercial customers under the Charter of the French Language (Bill 101 + Bill 96, 2022). Documents must be available in French unless the customer requests another language in writing. Bilingual quote and invoice templates are the safe default in Montreal. The OQLF enforces; non-compliance fines run CAD $1,500-$30,000.
Yes, on every Plateau (H2J/H2T/H2W), Mile End (H2T), Rosemont, and Verdun triplex built 1900-1940. Shared cast-iron drain stacks are at end-of-life and always fail within 5-10 years. Quote stack replacement (CAD $8,000-$22,000 per 3-storey stack) during initial consultation; co-owner disputes follow if the stack is discovered at demo.
Standard rates are $80 to $150 per hour in the US, £50-130 in the UK, A$100-220 in Australia, R400-1,200 in South Africa, and C$80-180 in Canada. Metro areas typically command a 20-30% premium.
Hourly rates reflect overhead (vehicle, tools, insurance, compliance), region, and seniority. A licensed master plumber with a CoC certification charges more than an apprentice. Always check the licence before booking high-value work.
For anything over $500, get 2-3 quotes. Compare scope, brand specifications, and warranty terms, not just the headline price. The cheapest quote often skips parts or uses budget brands that fail in 18 months.
Typically travel time, fuel, the first 15-30 minutes on site, and basic diagnostic work. Most plumbers credit the call-out against the repair cost if the customer proceeds with the job.
1.5x to 2x is industry standard for after-hours, weekends, and public holidays. The reason: out-of-hours work pulls the plumber away from their family and disrupts their normal schedule.
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