Top 5 Plumbers in Exeter

Hand-picked and independently researched — the most trusted plumbers in Exeter, chosen on Google rankings, review signals and trade accreditations. No business pays for an organic spot.

Exeter, Devon
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Updated 2026
Independently researched by the Top5Trades team·Last reviewed July 2026·How we choose our Top 5 →
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Lombardi Heating
Exeter (EX) & East Devon · Gas Safe · Plumbing & Heating

A Gas Safe registered gas engineer and plumber covering Exeter and East Devon, from Exeter to Budleigh Salterton and Exmouth to Crediton. Plumbing, heating and boiler work — a genuinely local independent.

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Contrast Plumbing & Heating
Exeter (EX) & Devon · Gas Safe · Family-Run · Since 2008

A family-run plumbing and heating firm founded in 2008, providing quick and reliable plumbing, heating and gas installations and repairs across Exeter and Devon — a genuinely local independent.

3
SAFEXE
Exeter, Exmouth & East Devon · Gas Safe · Plumbing & Heating

A plumbing, heating and climate-systems firm serving Exeter, Exmouth, Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Ottery St Mary, Honiton and East Devon — a genuinely local independent.

4
Absolute Plumbing & Heating
Exeter (EX5) & East Devon · Gas Safe · Plumbing & Heating

An Exeter plumbing and heating firm (Gas Safe registered) based at Sanson Close, EX5, with over 10 years' experience covering Exeter, Cullompton, Sidmouth, Honiton and East Devon — a genuinely local independent.

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CB Plumbing & Heating
Exeter (EX) & Devon · Gas Safe · Plumbing & Heating

An Exeter plumbing and heating firm with over three decades of combined experience, Gas Safe registered, handling plumbing, heating and boiler work across the area — a genuinely local independent.

How we chose the top 5 plumbers in Exeter

Every business on this page earned its place through independent research. We look at where companies rank organically on Google, the volume and quality of their reviews, ratings and verification across platforms like Checkatrade, Which? Trusted Traders and TrustATrader, relevant trade accreditations, and the kind of word-of-mouth and social proof that's hard to fake. No business can pay to appear in this organic Top 5 — the list is earned and reviewed regularly.

If you're comparing plumbers in Exeter, any of the five above is a sound starting point. We'd still recommend getting more than one quote and confirming current availability and accreditations directly with the business before you book.

Finding a good plumber in Exeter

Exeter has a healthy mix of independent tradespeople and small local firms, and as anywhere, quality varies. Every business on this page earned its place through independent research — online reputation, verified reviews, local trading evidence and professional credentials — and none of them paid to appear.

For any gas or boiler work, always check a plumber is Gas Safe registered — it's a legal requirement, not just a quality mark. For general plumbing, look for verifiable reviews on Google, Checkatrade or Which? Trusted Traders rather than a company's own website alone, and consider an approved contractor on the WaterSafe scheme.

What do Exeter plumbers cover?

Most plumbers in Exeter also cover St Thomas, Heavitree, St Leonard's, Pinhoe, Topsham, Alphington, Whipton and Exwick. Coverage varies by business, so it's always worth confirming your postcode when you make an enquiry.

Typical jobs include leaks, heating, bathrooms, boilers and emergency callouts — and most offer free quotes for larger work.

Frequently asked questions

Our list is based on independent research. We look at how businesses rank organically on Google, the volume and quality of their reviews, verification across platforms like Checkatrade, Which? Trusted Traders and TrustATrader, relevant trade accreditations, and local trading evidence. No business paid to be included in the organic Top 5.
We check for Gas Safe registration as part of our research for businesses offering boiler and gas work. If your job involves a gas appliance, always confirm Gas Safe registration directly with the business before work begins — you can verify any engineer on the official Gas Safe Register at gassaferegister.co.uk.
The organic Top 5 is based solely on our independent research and isn't open to paid inclusion. We do offer a Featured placement above the Top 5 for one local business per page — find out more about featured spots.
Most of the businesses on this list cover a wider area beyond Exeter itself, typically including St Thomas, Heavitree, St Leonard's, Pinhoe, Topsham, Alphington, Whipton and Exwick. Coverage varies by business, so always confirm your location when you make an enquiry.
We aim to review each list at least every three months, and this page was last reviewed in June 2026. If you believe a listing is out of date or inaccurate, please get in touch and we'll look into it promptly.

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