Roofing & Plumbing in Monash
Licensed, owner-operated roofing and plumbing for homes across the City of Monash. Honest advice, clear pricing, and quality work. Call us today for a free quote.
Benjamin Scott Roofing & Plumbing rated 5/5
Roofing & Plumbing In Monash
We're a local roofing and plumbing business based in Gembrook, working across Monash every week. We handle roof repairs, leak detection and inspections, hot water, gas, and general plumbing for homes from Glen Waverley and Mount Waverley through to Mulgrave, Oakleigh, Clayton, Notting Hill and Wheelers Hill.
We've been working on Monash homes for over 10 years. Most of the area was developed between the 1960s and 80s, which means a lot of brick veneer family homes with original tile roofs and ageing plumbing infrastructure. Knowing what to expect on these properties saves time and saves you money.
Licensed, owner-operated, and easy to deal with. When you call, you speak directly with the tradesman doing the work. No call centres, no subcontractors. Get in touch today for a free quote on your roofing or plumbing job.
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Roofing
Metal and tile roof repairs, repointing, resealing, and re-roofing across Monash homes including original mid-century tile roofs.
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Leak Detection & Inspections
Roof inspections, written reports, and leak detection across Monash. Reports accepted by insurers and conveyancers.
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General Plumbing
Taps, toilets, pipes, and drainage. Full-scope household plumbing for Monash homes with ageing infrastructure.
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Hot Water Systems
Supply, installation, and repair of electric, gas, and heat pump systems for Monash homes.
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Renovation Plumbing
Bathroom and kitchen renovation plumbing across Monash homes, working to scope and timeline.
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Gasfitting
Licensed gas work across Monash, including appliance connections, line repairs, and new installations.
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A Tradesman Who Knows Monash Homes
Most of Monash was built between the 1960s and 80s. That means a lot of brick veneer family homes through Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Mulgrave and Wheelers Hill with original concrete tile roofs that are now well into their fourth or fifth decade. Tile slip, ridge bedding failure, broken tiles, and rusted-out valley irons are the standard repair items across this housing stock.
Plumbing has aged the same way. Original copper and galvanised steel pipework, ageing hot water systems, and original drainage that's seen better days are common across the council. There's also significant townhouse redevelopment happening through Clayton, Oakleigh and Notting Hill, which has its own set of new-build issues.
We've worked on Monash homes for over a decade. We give you straight advice, do the work properly, and don't push for things you don't need.
- Local, working on Monash homes regularly
- Fully licensed across plumbing, roofing, and gasfitting
- Qualified to produce insurance and building inspection reports
- Experienced on established middle-ring homes and townhouses
- Honest advice and clear pricing before any work begins
Trusted By Monash Home & Business Owners
- Anne WarneHome Owner
Ben communicated extremely well both by email and text and during the time he arrived to install an upgraded toilet. He explained very clearly three options I had and gave pricing for each. Will definitely use Ben for any future plumbing work and can thoroughly recommend his work and reliability.
Google - Czech ChickHome Owner
Benjamin was very friendly and approachable from the first visit. He explained the issue clearly and repaired our leaking roof to a high standard. Highly recommend his work. Lovely guy to deal with!
Google - Woan ChenHome Owner
Benjamin was very holistic in his inspection and provided a detailed report after checking the roof. I had a roof leak that was causing the power to trip, and he helped identify the areas that needed fixing. He also clearly identified other areas of concern that could lead to major issues down the track. Very helpful and honest. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to friends and family.
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- Phone 0401 323 304
- Service Area Gembrook & Eastern Suburbs
What We Work On Across Monash
Roof Repairs in Monash
Established Monash suburbs like Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Mulgrave and Wheelers Hill are full of original concrete tile roofs from the 1960s to 80s. After 40 to 60 years of weather, common issues include tile slip from failed bedding, ridge capping that's pulled apart, broken or weathered tiles, and valley irons that have rusted through. We handle all of it.
Newer townhouse developments through Clayton, Notting Hill and parts of Oakleigh are typically Colorbond. Common callbacks include flashing repairs, valley issues, and leak callbacks where the original install needed more attention than it got.
Full Details on Our Roofing Services →Leak Detection & Roof Inspections
Monash has high property turnover, especially through suburbs popular with overseas buyers and student rentals. We get a steady stream of pre-purchase and pre-sale roof inspection requests across Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Clayton and Oakleigh. Our reports are written by a licensed roof plumber, accepted by insurers and conveyancers, and detailed enough to actually be useful.
For leaks on older Monash homes, the source is often well away from where the water shows up inside. We trace it back properly rather than patching the most visible spot.
Full Details on Inspections & Leak Detection →General Plumbing for Monash Homes
A lot of Monash homes still run on original copper and galvanised steel pipework. Common calls include pinhole leaks in galvanised sections, corrosion at copper joints, leaking taps and mixers in original bathrooms, and blocked drains where pipework has settled or partially failed over decades.
We handle the full range of plumbing including burst pipes, blocked drains, tap and toilet repairs, hot water issues, and emergency callouts.
Full Details on General Plumbing →Hot Water Systems
A lot of Monash hot water systems are at end of life. Original gas units installed decades ago are commonly being replaced, and we supply and install electric, gas, and heat pump systems. We can advise on what suits your home, household size, and energy setup, especially for properties with solar where heat pump systems are often the smarter option.
Full Details on Hot Water Systems →Gutters & Downpipes
Mature trees through Monash mean gutter maintenance is a regular item. Sagging gutters, blocked downpipes, and overflow that damages fascia and eaves are common across older homes. We replace, repair, and clean gutters and fit gutter guards where it makes sense.
Renovation & Gasfitting Work
Bathroom and kitchen renovations are a regular run for us across Monash, particularly on Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley and Mulgrave homes that are due for an update. We coordinate well with builders and other trades. All gasfitting work is carried out under our Victorian licence and is fully certified, including appliance changeovers, gas line repairs, and new gas points.
Full Details on Renovation Plumbing →Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We work right across the City of Monash including Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Wheelers Hill, Mulgrave, Oakleigh, Oakleigh East, Oakleigh South, Clayton, Clayton South, Notting Hill, Hughesdale, Huntingdale, Chadstone and Ashwood.
It depends on the condition of the tiles and the structure underneath. We'll do a full inspection, document what we find, and give you a written report with a clear recommendation. In a lot of cases the tiles are still sound and the roof is economic to repair. In some cases a re-roof is the better long-term option. We'll give you a straight answer either way.
We're working in Monash most weeks, so for most non-urgent jobs we can usually attend within a day or two. For urgent issues like burst pipes, no hot water, or active roof leaks, call directly and we'll do our best to get there as quickly as possible.
Yes. We hold a current Victorian plumbing licence covering plumbing, roofing, and gasfitting work.
It depends on the size and accessibility of the roof. Call or email and we'll give you a clear price before anything starts.
Yes. A leaking tap, a single broken tile, a hot water service. Small jobs are part of what we do.




