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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews

Very quick service.
To fix leaking hot water
$150

Polite and excellent help
Increase hot water pressure
$150

Good service
Tap replaced & hot water system leak
$150

No fuss, on time and completed to the requested standard. Would recommend
Supply and installation of hot water cylinder
$1,300
Great job, easy communication, would be very happy to use Jye’s services again.
Leaking tap and hot water system
$120

Chris did a very good job for us and would recommend him to other people. I would call him again for any future jobs. Thanks Chris.
Gas hot water tank lifted in line with concrete
$80
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$111
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$175
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$260
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Why hire a hot water system technician through Airtasker?
When you don’t have hot water flowing through your taps, showers, or tubs, hiring a hot water system specialist via Airtasker is the answer. You no longer have to rely on word-of-mouth to find a reliable water heater installation service near you. Whether it involves unvented cylinders or vented cylinders, Taskers can take care of all your heating system needs.
Put up a task on our platform, provide your address, cylinder specifications, and how soon you want hot water running through your taps. Nearby Taskers will ask about the installation job and give you a free quote. Note that you can choose a Tasker based on their rate, but this doesn’t have to be the only criteria. You can check out reviews and ratings so that you can decide based on their experience and skills.
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What do hot water system installation services include?
Hot water system installation services include all the activities necessary to put a reliable, safe hot water system in your home. This involves installing an unvented hot water system, inspecting the installation area, preparing materials, installing the cylinder or tank, then making the needed connections. After the installation, your plumber can test the system for flaws and address them as needed.
Inspecting installation area
Your water heater installation begins with a thorough inspection of the spot that will house the tank and its components. Your plumber makes sure that the floor is robust enough to support the cylinder's weight and complies with established building codes and safety rules and regulations. If the allotted space is deemed insufficient for the cylinder, your plumber can help you look for an alternative spot for the unvented cylinder service.
Preparing for installation
Your plumber makes the necessary preparations for the hot water cylinder installation. If necessary, some plumbers may offer to make an improvised platform of sturdy materials to support the tank's weight. Otherwise, you can hire a Tasker to handle all your carpentry needs.
When appropriate, your hired plumber shuts off the power, gas, and water supply before starting the job. They can take all the necessary measurements to determine the right amount of materials, then cuts and bends wires and pipes to the appropriate lengths and widths. Your plumber may also cut holes into walls or floors as needed to allow pipes or wires to run through.
Installing the cylinder
Once the cylinder's space is ready, your plumber can proceed with the unvented hot water cylinder installation. They can place the cylinder or tank onto its designated space and position. Your plumber takes care not to damage any of the components of the vented hot water cylinder or other pipes and wires in its surroundings.
Installing components and pipes
After the cylinder is in position, your specialist proceeds with attaching the appropriate pipes, wires and components like the Temperature and Pressure Release valve, expansion vessel, immersion heater, and any other pipes and valves. As with all other stages of the unvented cylinder installation, they use appropriate materials and techniques that are compliant with state safety and building regulations and industry best practices.
Testing the system
Your hired plumber tests the system after completing the installation. They check that each tap and shower head provides hot water on demand and flows with consistent pressure. Should variations in temperature or pressure arise, your plumber can troubleshoot the system and do the appropriate fixes.
They repeat this process until the hot water system works without any issues. And now that your home has hot water running through your taps, tubs, and showers, why not ensure greater warmth and comfort in every room of your home? On Airtasker, you can also hire an insulation installer who can help you cut down on bills and achieve year-round comfort.
Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair tasks
Relief valve of hot water cylinder overflowing/leaking
$100
Claremont TAS 7011, Australia
17th Feb 2025
Relief valve of hotwater cylinder continually overflowing. Hot water cylinder is outside in back yard
Non Urgent Plumbing. Undersink leak when hot water is running.
$80
Maidstone VIC 3012, Australia
16th Feb 2025
Maybe a pipe needs replacing to stop leak. Leak in cupboard next to sink. Need plumber :-)
Repair Gas Hot Water System
$100
Plympton SA 5038, Australia
16th Feb 2025
Our Eternity Plus Instant Hot Water System failed and we are no longer getting any hot water (although may get very lukewarm sometimes). I need this fixed ASAP and looking for an experienced Plumber or Handyman who knows their stuff to fix the issue. We're willing to pay $30 callout fees only, if the outcome is diagnosed as hot water system is irreparably damaged and needs replacement. Successful repair will earn the full agreed amount. Attaching pics of the hot water system for reference.
Replace regulator from Auqamax hot water system
$350
Northcote VIC, Australia
16th Feb 2025
Aqua max hot water system is failing to ignite and stay on. I need a plumber to replace the regulator on the system. I need the plumber to find and install a new regulator
Apartment has no hot water Melbourne CBD
$300
Melbourne VIC, Australia
15th Feb 2025
Hi all I have an apartment at Melbourne CBD. There is no hot water in the unit. Need assistance from a plumber. Thank you.
Hot water insulation
$300
Wangara WA, Australia
14th Feb 2025
Hot water installation, hot water tank
Low Hot Water Pressure
$5
Reservoir VIC, Australia
14th Feb 2025
Hot water pressure at my property is weak throughout all hot taps when we turn the hot tap on , the pressure is okay for a second but then it drops down. The heater is fairly new Date of manufacture is 2021. To me it seems like scalp buildup or ionisation ,but need an expert to look at it. Please provide quotes if you’re interested in the job. Any questions please feel free to ask. I have included a pic of the heater label. Thanks in advance.


Carlo attended my property to fix a gas heater issue which he resolved very efficiently. He was on time and gave me all the information. He did not hesitate to hire him again.
Turning hot water on
$175
Wentworthville NSW, Australia
14th Feb 2025
I am trying to turn my hot water system on first time after I bought the house two months ago. I do not know how to turn it on. I tried some main switches but could not. Not sure if it has some issue. Could some one look at at it and fix.
Require a plumber to change over a instantaneous hot water service
$300
Redfern NSW, Australia
13th Feb 2025
Plumber to change over instantaneous hot water Old to new I have the unit


Ali arrived on time performed the work request requested in a timely neat and efficient way
Hot water tank disposal
$70
Osborne Park WA 6017, Australia
7th Feb 2025
Hot water tank disposal. Large and heavy


Excellent communication, punctual and responsible pricing. Great service and highly recommended. Thank you Cam
Fix hot water issue
$200
Toowong QLD, Australia
4th Feb 2025
We have a hot water issue that we need a licensed plumber to fix. We have perfect hot water to the kitchen and laundry but only warm water to both the ensuite and main bathroom sinks and showers - the bathrooms go through the same tempering valve. Suspect we might need a new tempering valve installed. After a quote to come out and rectify.


Knew what he was talking about and fixed our hot water issue in no time. Would definitely recommend!
Plumber needed for leaking hot water system
$200
Kensington VIC, Australia
4th Feb 2025
We have a Rinnai tank hot water system that has water leaking out of the overflow pipe. Need someone to look at it and fix problem please.


Great communications and awesome work! Gave us a solution to prevent happening again. Recommend for all your plumbing needs.
Hot water boiler or pipe leaking
$130
Bayswater North VIC 3153, Australia
3rd Feb 2025
There is water leaking from the gas storage or underneath I don't know. Need someone to attend and have a look and fix of possible.


Thank you for your punctuality and advice. Looking forward to working with you again.
Hot water tank replacement
$300
Petersham NSW 2049, Australia
3rd Feb 2025
Remove old hot water tank and supply/install new one. Currently a 125ltr. Happy to keep the same or slightly larger. I'm a licensed electrician so can. disconnect and reconnect new one and also drain tank if needed prior to arrival. In Petersham. Old one is working but starting to leak so not urgent but would like to do before completely fails Thanks I put price for Labor costs incase easier for my to supply tank


Great to deal with. Prompt and friendly
Electric hot water system installation (replacement)
$500
Morningside QLD, Australia
2nd Feb 2025
Installing a new 250ltr electric hot water system to replace the existing 24yr old faulty one. I can buy this unit from Bunnings, plus other parts you need for you to collect. https://bunnings.com.au/applinks_p5104088?source=product_share&utm_source=bunnings&utm_medium=retail-app&utm_campaign=product_share&utm_content=pdp_deeplink So the job includes, collecting unit and parts from Bunnings (Cannon Hill is my local), installing the unit, changing the element to a 1.8kw which my existing one is and removing the old one.


100% absolutely recommend James. He is kind, thorough and great value
Connect pipe to hot water
$50
Rosemeadow NSW, Australia
31st Jan 2025
Hi I need the copper pipe reconnected, it was dislodged by when mowing the lawn. Hot water isn’t working.


Prompt,efficient and punctual. Will use again when required
North Melbourne hot water issue. Replace spindle
$174
North Melbourne VIC, Australia
30th Jan 2025
Replace spindle on hot water tap in kitchen - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JJWQ6XC211Z7PRN18YV033EG


Thanks for your help
Hot water tank repair/replacement - water leakage
$140
Lindfield NSW, Australia
27th Jan 2025
Hot water tank is leaking water especially after hot water usage.


Explained well; clean job
Plumber to please fix leaking hot water system
$200
Cremorne NSW, Australia
25th Jan 2025
Live in an apartment, hot water system is leaking and need a plumber‘s assistance to solve the issue


Very professional, punctual, clear And concise with all work that’s necessary and information regarding any future works
Replace hot water system
$5
Preston VIC, Australia
21st Jan 2025
Need a hot water system replaced. This includes piping and everything included. Please give me a quote as one plumber has told me the pipes are not the correct ones for the system. The old system and new system are in the photos.


Work as expected it. Reliable