It's Clearly Plumbing - Formerly Kerry Clear Plumbing
Stuart talked one customer out of a new hot water system — and fixed it for a fraction of the quoted price.
The multi-generational continuity here is real, not marketing language — reviewers reference knowing the Cleary family for over a decade, and Kerry's retirement is mentioned specifically, with Stuart now running the business and expanding the team. For emergency situations, the response pattern across reviews is consistent: same-day attendance is common, weekend callouts happen, and Stuart has responded to text messages before 7am on burst pipe jobs. If you have a caravan or motorhome needing gas certification, this is one of the few Central Coast plumbers recommended directly by a major manufacturer (Swift) for that work — worth confirming current availability if that's your specific need.
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“he responded super fast and was here within the hour to fix my leaking pipe”
“Stuart is definately the man for your van!”
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About It's Clearly Plumbing - Formerly Kerry Clear Plumbing
Stuart Cleary leads this East Gosford plumbing team with roots going back to his father Kerry's long-running business — so when customers say they've trusted the family for 14+ years, that's literal. Stuart handles the full technical range: hot water system replacements, drainage engineering, gas certification, irrigation, and emergency burst pipes, while teammates Chris, Tom, Shaun, and Paul field residential jobs across the Central Coast. What makes this business unusual is the caravan and motorhome gas work — Stuart and Lachlan carry specialist detection equipment for full gas appliance inspections, hold gas certification, and have been recommended by Swift (the caravan manufacturer) directly for recall-related safety checks. On standard residential jobs, reviewers consistently note that Stuart explains what he found and why, showing customers the problem rather than just billing them — he talked one customer out of an unnecessary hot water system replacement after diagnosing a blocked kitchen tap instead. Office staff Jess, Kylie, and the admin team are mentioned by name across multiple reviews for smooth booking, proactive communication about delays, and slotting in urgent jobs quickly. Pricing comes up repeatedly as a genuine differentiator: multiple customers describe final bills landing well under what they feared, and one first-time customer expecting $500–$1,000 paid just over $300 for a burst main repair.
Best for: emergency burst pipe and hot water system callouts needing same-day attendance, caravan and motorhome gas certification on the Central Coast, bathroom and laundry renovations requiring a full-service team, and homeowners who want a plumber that diagnoses honestly before recommending costly replacements.
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Does It's Clearly Plumbing handle after-hours and weekend emergencies?+
Yes — multiple reviews describe Stuart responding to text messages before 7am and attending burst pipe and hot water system failures on weekends. One customer specifically noted they were bracing for a large weekend surcharge and were pleasantly surprised by the final bill. Response times mentioned in reviews range from 15 minutes to within the hour for urgent callouts in the East Gosford area. It's worth calling or messaging directly to confirm current availability for your specific situation.
Can It's Clearly Plumbing do gas work on caravans and motorhomes?+
This is a genuine specialty of the business — Stuart and Lachlan carry specialist gas detection equipment and hold gas certification for caravan and motorhome work. Swift, the caravan manufacturer, has directly recommended Kerry Clear Plumbing to customers for recall-related gas inspections on their Series 500 stove tops. Repeat customers have used the team multiple times over several years for ongoing caravan gas servicing. If you need a gas compliance certificate for a campervan or motorhome on the Central Coast, this business is one of the few reviewed specifically for that work.
What do customers say about pricing at It's Clearly Plumbing?+
Pricing is one of the most frequently mentioned positives across the 50 reviews we reviewed — customers regularly describe the final invoice coming in well under what they expected. One customer anticipated $500–$1,000 for a burst main repair and paid just over $300 including GST. Stuart also has a pattern of diagnosing before recommending: at least one customer avoided an unnecessary hot water system replacement after he correctly identified a blocked kitchen tap as the real problem. Quotes are provided before work begins, and reviewers describe the pricing as competitive against other tradespeople on the Central Coast.
Who are the key people on the team and what do they each handle?+
Stuart Cleary is the primary plumber and gas fitter, handling emergency callouts, hot water systems, gas work, and larger renovation projects. Chris and Tom are mentioned by name in reviews for residential plumbing repairs, with Chris specifically noted for removing shoes indoors and photographing faults to explain them clearly to customers. Shaun and Paul are praised for drainage and ongoing maintenance work. Jess and Kylie run the office and appear in multiple reviews for their responsiveness, booking efficiency, and follow-up with suppliers on behalf of customers.
What areas does It's Clearly Plumbing service?+
The business is based in East Gosford on the NSW Central Coast. Reviews reference jobs across the broader Central Coast region, though specific suburbs beyond East Gosford aren't consistently named in the reviews we analysed. One reviewer notes the team is literally in the next street, suggesting strong local coverage in the immediate Gosford area. For jobs outside the immediate area, it's worth calling the office to confirm whether they cover your suburb — Jess and Kylie in the office are noted for being straightforward and responsive on exactly these kinds of questions.