Which plumbing services brands
AI recommends in Australia
Brands ranked by mention rate on ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Mode and Perplexity
- Brands
- 26
- Questions
- 317
- Answers
- 3,804
- AI engines
- 4
01 · Brand leader
Top 10 brands by mention rate
No single brand runs away with the category.
Several brands compete for the top places.
| # | Brand | Mention rate Share of questions where Google AI Mode names the brand | Share of voice The brand’s share of all brand mentions in the engine’s answers | 95% range The interval the true mention rate most likely falls in | In top 20 of The brand’s place inside each engine’s own top 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11–9 | Metropolitan Plumbing | 5.7% | 29.1% | 3.6–8.8 | ChatGPT10Gemini1Google AI Mode1 |
| 21–20 | Rinnai | 3.3% | 7.2% | 1.8–5.8 | ChatGPT2Gemini5Google AI Mode2Perplexity4 |
| 31–20 | Rheem | 3.3% | 6.5% | 1.8–5.8 | ChatGPT4Gemini4Google AI Mode3Perplexity1 |
| 41–20 | Caroma | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.7–5.7 | ChatGPT1Gemini2Google AI Mode4Perplexity2 |
| 51–20 | Reece | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.4–5.0 | ChatGPT6Gemini3Google AI Mode5Perplexity5 |
| 61–20 | Colorbond | 1.9% | 6.0% | 0.9–4.1 | ChatGPT11Gemini8Google AI Mode6Perplexity8 |
| 71–20 | Jim's Plumbing | 1.9% | 9.0% | 0.9–4.1 | ChatGPT17Gemini9Google AI Mode7 |
| 81–20 | Methven | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.7–3.8 | ChatGPT3Gemini6Google AI Mode8Perplexity3 |
| 91–20 | Dux | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.7–3.8 | ChatGPT8Gemini11Google AI Mode9Perplexity12 |
| 102–20 | Bosch | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.6–3.3 | ChatGPT9Gemini7Google AI Mode10Perplexity6 |
| 112–20 | Abey | 1.2% | 3.0% | 0.4–3.0 | ChatGPT15Gemini12Google AI Mode11Perplexity10 |
| 122–20 | Bromic | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.4–2.9 | ChatGPT14Gemini10Google AI Mode12Perplexity9 |
| 132–20 | Brawoliner | 1.1% | 4.3% | 0.4–2.9 | ChatGPT16Gemini14Google AI Mode13Perplexity17 |
| 142–20 | Dorf | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4–2.9 | ChatGPT7Gemini13Google AI Mode14Perplexity11 |
| 152–20 | Oliveri | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.3–2.7 | ChatGPT13Gemini16Google AI Mode15Perplexity14 |
| 162–20 | Franke | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3–2.7 | ChatGPT12Gemini15Google AI Mode16Perplexity7 |
| 172–20 | Phoenix Tapware | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.3–2.6 | ChatGPT5Gemini17Google AI Mode17Perplexity15 |
| 182–20 | SharkBite | 0.8% | 2.6% | 0.3–2.6 | Gemini19Google AI Mode18Perplexity19 |
| 192–20 | Ridgid | 0.7% | 2.4% | 0.2–2.4 | ChatGPT20Gemini20Google AI Mode19Perplexity16 |
| 202–20 | Lysaght | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2–2.3 | ChatGPT19Gemini18Google AI Mode20Perplexity13 |
02 · Engine consensus
Where each brand ranks
inside every engine’s top 10
There is no single AI top 10.
Only 6 of 15 brands rank in the top 10 of all 4 engines.
| Brand | ChatGPT | Gemini | Google AI Mode | Perplexity | In top 10 of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caroma | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Rheem | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Rinnai | 2 | 5 | 2 | 4 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Reece | 6 | 3 | 5 | 5 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Methven | 3 | 6 | 8 | 3 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Bosch | 9 | 7 | 10 | 6 | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Metropolitan Plumbing | 10 | 1 | 1 | – | ChatGPTGeminiGoogle AI Mode |
| Colorbond | – | 8 | 6 | 8 | GeminiGoogle AI ModePerplexity |
| Jim's Plumbing | – | 9 | 7 | – | GeminiGoogle AI Mode |
| Dux | 8 | – | 9 | – | ChatGPTGoogle AI Mode |
| Bromic | – | 10 | – | 9 | GeminiPerplexity |
| Phoenix Tapware | 5 | – | – | – | ChatGPT |
| Dorf | 7 | – | – | – | ChatGPT |
| Franke | – | – | – | 7 | Perplexity |
| Abey | – | – | – | 10 | Perplexity |
Rank inside each engine’s own top 10 · a dash means the brand is not in that engine’s top 10.
The rest depend on which engine the buyer opens — so a rank from a single engine is not a market position.
Source: Findrix's research. Where each brand ranks inside every engine's top 10, plumbing services, Australia.
04b · Most cited domains
Which sites each engine cites, and
how much of its answers they carry
| Domain | ChatGPT | Gemini | Google AI Mode | Perplexity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| google.com | 0.1% | 4.7% | 18.5% | – |
| youtube.com | 0.3% | 0.4% | 13.0% | – |
| nsw.gov.au | 8.3% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| jrgasandwater.com.au | 0.4% | 5.1% | 5.3% | – |
| sloanunderground.com | – | 5.1% | 1× | – |
| servicetitan.com | – | – | 5.0% | <0.1% |
| reddit.com | 0.1% | 0.7% | 1.5% | 4.4% |
| ausstarplumbing.com.au | 1× | 3.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| airtasker.com | 0.1% | – | 0.2% | 3.7% |
| facebook.com | 0.8% | – | 2.9% | – |
| sydneywater.com.au | 2.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| qbcc.qld.gov.au | 2.4% | 0.2% | 0.3% | – |
05 · The questions we asked
317 buyer questions, each
asked three times per engine
This isn’t a branded-prompt study.
75% of questions are problem- or solution-aware.
| Intent | Questions |
|---|---|
| Solution-aware | 160 |
| Problem-aware | 77 |
| Informational | 40 |
| Branded comparison | 24 |
| Branded sentiment | 16 |
By intent
Examples · Solution-aware
“Is DIY unblocking worth attempting versus professional Toilet & waste trap unblocking & repair for severe mainline clogs as of latest information?”
“Should I choose traditional pipe excavation or Trenchless pipe relining & patch repair if my main priority is Speed of blockage clearing as of latest information?”
Examples · Problem-aware
“Why is water pooling in my backyard every time it rains, and could it be a Reliable gutter and stormwater drainage issue as of latest information?”
“My water meter is spinning constantly with no taps on, do I need Trenchless pipe relining & patch repair as of latest information?”
Examples · Informational
“What are the mandatory building code regulations around Bathroom & Kitchen Renovation Plumbing when building a secondary dwelling as of latest information?”
“Can you explain the standard maintenance schedule required for Rainwater tank plumbing as of latest information?”
Examples · Branded comparison
“Iplex Pipelines vs Vinidex for DWV (drain, waste, vent) PVC and pressure pipe systems for rough-in construction, comparing pipe structural rigidity, jointing ease, trade merchant supply, and compliance standards. as of latest information?”
“Caroma vs Methven for Bathroom fixture design range and price tier for renovations as of latest information?”
Examples · Branded sentiment
“Is Methven a good choice in water supply and fixture plumbing as of latest information?”
“Is Rinnai a good choice in gas fitting services as of latest information?”
Source: Findrix research. 317 buyer questions by intent, plumbing services, Australia.
05b · By product type
Which product segments
the questions cover
The study doesn’t hinge on one product category.
Questions span 8 plumbing services segments.
| Segment |
|---|
| Water Supply and Fixture Plumbing |
| Gas Fitting Services |
| Drainage & Sewer Services |
| Emergency & Reactive Repair Plumbing |
| Roofing & Stormwater Plumbing |
| Hot Water System Services |
| Bathroom & Kitchen Renovation Plumbing |
| New Home & Construction Plumbing |
8 segments
Examples · Water Supply and Fixture Plumbing
“Is Methven a good choice in water supply and fixture plumbing as of latest information?”
Examples · Gas Fitting Services
“Is Rinnai a good choice in gas fitting services as of latest information?”
Examples · Drainage & Sewer Services
“Is DIY unblocking worth attempting versus professional Toilet & waste trap unblocking & repair for severe mainline clogs as of latest information?”
Examples · Emergency & Reactive Repair Plumbing
“Find available licensed technicians for Blocked drains and toilets near me who offer 24/7 availability and response time. as of latest information”
Examples · Roofing & Stormwater Plumbing
“What are the standard qualifications and licenses needed for a technician doing Stormwater pipe installation as of latest information?”
Examples · Hot Water System Services
“Rheem vs Rinnai for Comparison between market-leading continuous flow gas units and storage hot water systems, focusing on energy efficiency ratings, flow rates, longevity, and installation cost. as of latest information?”
Examples · Bathroom & Kitchen Renovation Plumbing
“What are the standard qualifications and licenses needed for a technician doing Fixture and tapware upgrades as of latest information?”
Examples · New Home & Construction Plumbing
“Iplex Pipelines vs Vinidex for DWV (drain, waste, vent) PVC and pressure pipe systems for rough-in construction, comparing pipe structural rigidity, jointing ease, trade merchant supply, and compliance standards. as of latest information?”
Source: Findrix research. 8 product segments covered by the question set, plumbing services, Australia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does this Plumbing Services AI Search report measure?
Which plumbing services brands ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Mode and Perplexity name when buyers in Australia ask them for advice. We asked 317 buyer questions, each three times to each engine, and counted how often every brand appears and which websites the engines cite. Measured Sep 2026.
What does “mention rate” mean?
The share of questions where an engine names the brand in its answer. A 10% mention rate means the brand came up in about one question in ten. Every rate carries a 95% range: the interval the true value most likely falls in.
How are the top Plumbing Services brands ranked?
By mention rate, separately for each engine — pick the engine above the table. When two brands’ 95% ranges overlap, their order is not really different — tick “Only distinguishable places” to see the ranks the data can actually separate.
Why does a brand rank differently across AI engines?
Each engine retrieves from different sources and weighs them differently, so the brands it knows best differ too. Only 6 of 15 brands make the top 10 of every engine here; the rest depend on which engine the buyer opens.
What counts as a citation?
A link or source an engine shows alongside its answer. We record every cited domain, whether it appears inline or in the source list.
Why can AI mention a brand without citing its website?
Engines learn brand names from reviews, expert sites, retailers and forums, then cite those sources rather than the brand’s own pages. A brand can be named often while its own site is rarely among the sources.
What does “share of citations” mean?
Of all the citations one engine gave across our questions, the share that went to a given domain. The shares of one engine add up to 100%.
What types of Plumbing Services questions are included?
Questions real buyers ask across 8 product segments, from problem-aware to solution-aware, informational and branded ones. 75% are problem- or solution-aware; this is not a branded-prompt study.
Will I get the same answers if I ask these questions myself?
Not word for word. AI answers vary between runs, accounts and locations, which is why we ask every question three times per engine and report a 95% range instead of a single answer.