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So helpful and so kind! Highly recommended. Thank you Shane!

Plumber to connect fridge water filter

$70

Very good and efficient service, highly recommended.

Install my LG fridge water and Ice maker pipe

$60

Friendly and efficient

Fridge water plumbing installation

$75

Turned up on time and done what needed to be done! Thanks heaps

fix piping under the sink for dishwasher and fridge water connection

$100

reliable, professional, honest.. diligent Thanks Billy!

Install fridge water line

$200

Daniel did a fantastic job installing the fridge water line. Went over and above and was a pleasure to deal with!

Fridge water line install

$300

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When you need to run a water line to your fridge to make ice or supply your household with refreshing, filtered water, hiring a tradesman via Airtasker is a solid option. Instead of relying on word-of-mouth or poring through several websites of local plumbing companies, you can hire an expert on our platform with just one post.

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Top Fridge Water Line Installation related questions

In most cases, no. Besides their years of experience and skills, your hired plumber can come fully prepared and equipped to install your fridge water line. What you have to provide are the fridge itself and all the materials for the installation. But if you don’t have all the needed materials, some tradies may offer to buy them for you at an additional fee. 

The time it takes can vary, and it depends on the complexity of the job. A simple installation can take at least two to two-and-a-half hours, but this may take longer in some cases. If your tradesman has to avoid drilling through vents, pipes, or wires when mapping out and connecting the new fridge water line, expect the job to take an hour more. It shouldn’t take more than one afternoon to connect a new water line to one refrigerator. 

Yes! If you offer services like this but have your hands full, hire a Tasker to handle the jobs you’d otherwise turn down. You can find the best Taskers with a post, so be sure to provide all the crucial information about the job, the sort of skills you need, and the level of performance you expect. Interested Taskers with the experience to match will approach you with a quote, and then you can negotiate from there. 

Absolutely. Some new refrigerator models on the market come with a water line only as an added feature. You don’t lose any functionality of your fridge if you don’t connect it to a water line. The only drawback is that you miss out on getting ice or cold filtered water straight from the fridge. You can have a fridge water line installed later, then use ice cube trays and a water purifier in the meantime.   

You can use copper pipes, but many tradesmen recommend plastic, but with brass retaining nuts and sleeves. Plastic pipe is more pliable and lessens the risk of crimping or leaking, and isn’t prone to corrosion which can lead to problems and costly repairs later. Another option is a stainless steel pipe which is likewise flexible and less prone to corrosion. The only problem with stainless steel piping is that it can cost double the price of copper. 

While it’s generally safe to use your refrigerator’s ice maker and water dispenser, we recommend you don’t drink the first few litres from the water dispenser or the first two batches of ice. There may be a strange taste from the new pipes and fresh solder. Let your new fridge water connection equalise the water pressure and flush out gallons of water to eliminate impurities or contaminants in the new pipes before drinking the water or using the ice.

What do fridge water line installation services include?

Fridge water line installation services include all the activities necessary for installing a cold water line connection to your fridge. This water line provides water supply for your fridge’s built-in ice maker as well as for its filtered water dispenser if there’s any. Tasks include inspecting the water line, planning the pipe route, draining water pipes, then making the connections. 

Water line inspection

Your tradesman begins the service by making a thorough visual inspection of your water lines. They’ll start by finding the cold water pipes closest to your fridge, usually in your kitchen sink, and measure the distance between them to determine the length of pipe needed for the new fridge water line.

Fridge water line planning

After finding the nearest cold water pipe to the fridge and getting the appropriate measurements, your tradie can proceed with planning the line installation. Using copper tubing, saddle valves, tee fittings, and other materials, your water supply line is then carefully prepared before installation. Your tradie may drill holes through the kitchen floor to access the basement, or drill a hole to spool the piping through a kitchen cabinet. They can map out the shortest, most efficient route for the fridge water line–one that doesn’t extend too far to minimise the risk of pipe leaks or crimps. 

Pipe draining

Before connecting the pipes to the water line and the refrigerator, your tradesman shuts off the main water valve, then empties the pipes. They can place buckets to catch the water from the supply tubing then pour the water onto your drains or your houseplants. While on the subject of pipes, why not have an expert install a well-placed drainage system to your home? Whether it’s replacing downpipes or installing new gutters, Taskers can take care of all your plumbing needs.

Making connections

With the water shut off and pipes emptied, your fridge water line installer proceeds to connect the new fridge water line. They’ll start by cutting into the cold water pipe, then fitting the new tee adapter and shutoff valve. Note that before they connect any pipes, the insides of the pipes must be deburred. Your tradesman solders the tee adapter and shutoff valve in place, then lets the solder cure. After the soldering has set, they’ll connect the new pipe to the refrigerator’s plastic tubing. Lastly, your tradie installs the pipes with the appropriate retainer nuts, sleeves, and ferrules.

Water line testing

Your tradie does one final check to look for leaks or pressure variations and to make sure that each pipe is tightly fastened. Once they’re confident that the connection is complete, they’ll turn on the water valve to test for any leaking refrigerator water. If any problems arise, your plumber shuts off the valves then applies the right fixes. Your tradie repeats this process until your new fridge water line works without any flaws. Some tradies may offer to clean up the worksite, but in case you want a separate service for this, you can always hire a Tasker to do a general cleaning of your property.

Recent Fridge Water Line Installation tasks

Fix fisher and paykel fridge water filter manifold

$300

Paddington QLD 4064, Australia

17th Jan 2026

Fix/replace fisher paykel water filter manifold for intake of water for fridge water dispenser and ice. New filter obtained but seal might be broken in the manifold because leaking water everywhere

Fridge Water connection

$100

Junction Village VIC, Australia

16th Jan 2026

Need someone to connect fridge’s water connection.

Install fridge water connection

$300

Scarborough WA 6019, Australia

16th Jan 2026

Install a water connection for a fridge. You'll be able to run the connection from the sink opposite around an through some cupboards.

Repair Fridge Water Tank

$150

Kealba VIC, Australia

16th Jan 2026

I broke the water tank of my fridge when moving it. It’s a Samsung SRS673DMB 635L Side by Side Fridge (Matte Black)

Fridge water system install

$25

Underwood QLD, Australia

16th Jan 2026

need to install water system for samsung fridge water tap is already installed

Qualified plumber - connect water line for fridge unit

$120

Riverwood, New South Wales

16th Jan 2026

Replace water adaptor in wall cavity to connect line from fridge unit. Connect water line from fridge to connector.

Giovanni diagnosed the issue straight away and gave advice on aftercare and ongoing mainenance.

Fridge Water line

$150

Boronia VIC, Australia

15th Jan 2026

Needing a water line installed for our new fridge that has a water/ice compartment. Fridge is on opposite wall of sink. Sink is on island. Fridge wall isn’t connected to any other water features. There is a gap above the fridge behind the cupboard with an opening to the roof which I assume was built with intention of a water line initially. Wanting to get it done asap. Licensed plumbers only *Price listed is just a random figure- please give me your quote*

FRIDGE WATER PLUMBING

$300

Robina QLD, Australia

14th Jan 2026

TAP INTO COLD WATER IN LAUNDRY PANTRY FIT BALL VALVE AND GARDEN TAP THEN RUN PEX PIPE APPROX < 4 METERS TO FRIDGE BEHIND DRAWS IN KITCHEN TO BALL VALVE BEHIND FRIDGE THEN FIT 1/4" TUBE TO FRIDGE

LG fridge water plumbing connection

$100

Wyndham Vale VIC, Australia

4th Jan 2026

I need to connect the water line to my fridge and open my washing machine water tap

Chris did a great job plumbing water to my fridge and connecting my washing machine water line. I highly recommend him.

Plumber needed to connect water line for fridge.

$220

Churchlands WA, Australia

27th Dec 2025

I’ve got a new fridge with a water dispenser. There’s currently one cold-water outlet feeding the dishwasher. I’ll need a dual outlet valve installed and the fridge line run through cabinets behind the oven. Then fridge put in place.

Can recommend Andrei with confidence. Clearly takes pride in his work to ensure satisfaction. Thanks Andrei.

Run new fridge water point

$250

Williams Landing VIC 3027, Australia

25th Dec 2025

run new water point for fridge has to be run from roof space single story

highly recommended!

Plumb/Plumber fridge water to wall

$10

Gungahlin ACT 2914, Australia

10th Dec 2025

I require someone to provide a quote to connect the drinking water hose from the fridge to the wall.

Perfect fit and install for the fridge water system

Install a fridge water line

$200

Waterloo NSW, Australia

5th Dec 2025

Water feed needs to be taken behind integrated dishwasher and a hole will need to be made into the fridge space

Arrived on time and got the job done.

Fridge water connection

$50

Newtown QLD, Australia

3rd Dec 2025

Plumber to connect water to my fridge. Water point is there, just needs to be securely connected to fridge.

Great to work with, thanks!

Fix fridge water inlet pipe

$50

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

7th Nov 2025

I need to fix refrigerator water inlet pipe. The first photo of refrigerator water socket. Second one is the water connection in kitchen.

He did a really excellent job with his work, and I would definitely recommend him to others.

Connecting my new fridge water hose

$70

Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia

3rd Nov 2025

Just purchased a Samsung fridge but I’m not sure how to connect the hose in the back.

Highly recommend! Nice, efficient and so helpful

Fix Fisher & Paykel fridge water line / dispenser noise

$120

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

4th Oct 2025

We have a Fisher & Paykel French-door fridge (model RF522ADUSX4) that was making a loud humming noise whenever the water line was on, and is leaking water. We turned the water supply off under the sink, and the noise stopped immediately — so it’s likely an issue with the water line, connection, or valve (not the fridge motor). Looking for a licensed plumber or appliance technician to: - Inspect and test the fridge’s water line connection under the sink - Check for pressure, valve, or vibration issues - Reconnect and ensure it’s operating quietly and safely Please include your plumbing or appliance repair experience and availability in your response.

Great job! Highly recommend.

Fridge Plumbing and Fridge Water Line Installations

$5

Bonner ACT, Australia

10th Sep 2025

Brought a new fridge and require Fridge Plumbing And Fridge Water Line Installations. Easy water access

We had Callan install a water connection for our fridge, and he did an excellent job! He was professional, efficient, and made sure everything was set up perfectly. The work was neat, and he took the time to check everything carefully before finishing up. We really appreciate his friendly attitude and quality workmanship—highly recommend Callan for anyone needing plumbing work done!

Fridge water connection, tap already there

$75

Deanside VIC, Australia

8th Sep 2025

Need someone to plug in water into fridge, tap already there just need to connect everything with no leaks

Good work, did it quickly and efficiently

Fridge Water Line Installation

$300

Randwick NSW 2031, Australia

29th Aug 2025

I'm looking to buy a new fridge with a water connector for water and ice. I need to get a water connection from the sink to the fridge area. The place is currently empty and I'm hoping I can get a pipe at the back of the cupboards to the fridge. No need to connect the actual fridge, as they will do that when they deliver, but just need to make sure the proper plumbing is set up. Will need the material as well which I don't know what it costs.

Came really quick, great communication. Will happily use again if I need someone. Thank you