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Recent Water Heater Repairs and Installation reviews in East Melbourne
Really quick and efficient work! Fixed the problems! 6/5 stars
Aquamax water heater can’t be relighted
$150
Great guy, very good communication and did a fantastic job. I will definitely recommend. Thanks again.
Disconnect small electric water heater
$120
Jye is excellent. Turn up on time and very helpful. Highly recommended.
Install a hot water heater
$100
Thanks for your work!
Cleaning and servicing continuous flow water heater (gas)
$50
Great work, thank you. I would highly recommend.
Plumbing disconnection for water heater
$120
Efficient and great service, thanks Mitch
Restart my Rheem gas water heater (licenced please)
$60
What's the average cost of a water heater repairs and installation expert in East Melbourne
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$205
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Water heater services cover installation, repairs, and replacements to ensure that you're getting the most out of your equipment. Through our platform, you can find skilled and qualified technicians who can work on various water heater types and brands, and service its parts and accessories. Here's what you can expect:
Installing water heaters
A water heater is one of the most significant considerations when it comes to constructing or renovating bathrooms. Since it requires a lot of plumbing and electrical work, it's more efficient to leave the job to an expert. Water heater installers usually follow the installation process as written on the manufacturer's manual. They can help with:
- basic soldering
- connecting electrical wirings
- fastening pipe assemblies and water lines
- T&P (Temperature & Pressure) valves installation
For conventional water heaters, your installer can assist you in finding the ideal spot to place your tank. If needed, they can also inspect for leaks and set the controls of your newly installed water heater.
Repairing water heaters
At some point, your water heater will likely fade and deteriorate due to old age, overuse, or even mechanical failure. While it's inevitable, you can save more time and repair costs if you can have them checked as soon as you notice any signs of defect. Repair experts can lend a hand with minor or major hot water heater repair services so you can have your equipment running again. They can also help troubleshoot common water heater problems such as:
- noisy tanks
- leaks coming from the bottom
- water taking too long to heat
- no hot water dispensing from the faucet
- immersion heater element replacements
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Water heaters are made to last around 8 to 10 years, and longer if they're religiously maintained. But if they're no longer functioning like how they used to, then you may want to consider replacing them with newer models. Water heater specialists can take care of the entire replacement process.
It typically involves draining the damaged or leaking tank, removing a T&P relief valve, cutting off water supply lines, and installing a water heater. You can hire them for same-day replacement and installation service, or any day to your best convenience.
Recent Water Heater Repairs and Installation tasks in East Melbourne
Electric Hot Water System Installation
$2,000
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
8th Aug 2026
Our gas hot water system has broken down. We'd like to replace it with an electric heat pump. We'd like an Aquatech X8 and for someone to come to our property to remove the old system and install the new one (including the electrical work).
We have a Aquamax G390SS failing to reignite the water heater
$50
Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia
4th Aug 2026
So we are trying to reignite the water heater, in my opinion looking like a pilot light issue not turning on hence can’t turn the gas on. The gas water heater is a aquamax G390SS
Remove small wooden frame extension that covered an old water heater.
$200
Melbourne VIC 3103, Australia
2nd Jul 2026
small wooden frame extension (1m x 1.5m x 3m high) Soma patching may be needed to main wall.
Heat pump hot water system installation
$10
Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia
29th Jun 2026
I need to get a quote for the Solar VIc rebate by noon today. So that I can submit it to Solar Vic by end of today.
Very efficient. Easy to communicate.
Gas water heater
$50
Doncaster VIC, Australia
19th Apr 2026
Gas water heater isn’t working
Install gas water heater
$200
Bulleen VIC, Australia
12th Apr 2026
Change old with new identical water heater
Very good , prompt service
Gas Water Heater Needs Service
$250
Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
11th Jan 2026
My Rheem Pronto 12 gas hot water system is not working properly. The main issue is that the hot water only runs for 1-2 minutes before the pressure drops and it turns completely cold. It likely needs a service and the filter cleaned. I am looking for a licensed technician to diagnose and fix the problem. Please provide a fixed-price quote for the service and repair. Thank you🙏
Change the leaking valve of the water heater
$200
Bulleen VIC, Australia
20th Dec 2025
Replacing the valve of my water heater as it’s leaking .
Mark was excellent at his job . Got it all done in minutes . Very swift in communication and coordination as well.
Gas hot water heater needs fixing. Pilot light flares up then dulls
$100
Kew VIC, Australia
19th Dec 2025
Gas hot water heater not working. Pilot light flares up then dulls right down and won’t heat water.
Really nice, really fast
Heat pump hot water system installation
$100
Balwyn North, Victoria
15th Dec 2025
Need heat pump hot water system installed. Already plumbing and provision exists. No need for certificate. Brand is powerbay heat pump hot water system. Platform and power point present
Water Heater not Working
$100
Blackburn North VIC, Australia
14th Dec 2025
My Hot Water (Gas) is not working because I havent used it for 6 months.
He was a very nice and efficient, he finished the job very quick! Thanks again Mitch!
Gas Water heater needs service
$300
Hawthorn East VIC, Australia
9th Dec 2025
My Rheem Pronto 12 gas hot water system is not working properly. The main issue is that the hot water only runs for 1-2 minutes before the pressure drops and it turns completely cold. It likely needs a service and the filter cleaned. I am looking for a licensed technician to diagnose and fix the problem. Please provide a fixed-price quote for the service and repair.
Rheem pronto 12 water heater needs check and service.
$250
Hawthorn East VIC, Australia
8th Dec 2025
My Rheem Pronto 12 gas hot water system is not working properly. The main issue is that the hot water only runs for 1-2 minutes before the pressure drops and it turns completely cold. It likely needs a service and the filter cleaned. I am looking for a licensed technician to diagnose and fix the problem. Please provide a fixed-price quote for the service and repair.
Gas water heater- need to light it up
$80
Kew East VIC 3102, Australia
29th Nov 2025
Water has killed the flame . There’s no hot water. Flame needs to be lit .
Fantastic to deal with. Highly recommended.
Replace thermocouple for hot water heater
$150
Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia
3rd Oct 2025
Hot water heater is aqua max 390. Need to change thermocouple
Install replacement Instant Electric Water Heater
$650
Hawthorn VIC, Australia
26th Sep 2025
I need a licensed plumber to replace our 3-phase Instant Electric Water heater. We have the new one already - old and new are pictured.
Plumber for Rheem Stellar Gas Water Heater – No Hot Water / Pilot Out
$100
Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
21st Sep 2025
Hi, I need a plumber to help with my outdoor Rheem Stellar gas water heater. • Currently, no hot water in the house. • I checked the unit and found that the pilot light might has gone out. • I tried to relight it, but the piezo igniter seems to be faulty (no “click” sound, no spark). What I need: • A plumber to come and check the system. • If it’s just the pilot light issue, please help relight it safely. • If the igniter is broken, I’d like it replaced with a new one so it works properly.
Guy was fantastic! He got my hot water working quickly and did a really great job. Super honest and trustworthy – I set a $200 budget but he told me it wasn’t necessary and only charged $80. Amazing service, highly recommended!
Drain water from old water heater
$150
Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia
17th Sep 2025
Need help to drain water from old water heater. All the valves are corroded so it may need to be a brute force job to break the tank open somehow. It’s impossible to lift it anywhere as it’s full of water.
Moving Gas Water Heater
$100
Doncaster East VIC, Australia
5th Sep 2025
Hi, we would like to move our Gas Water Heater to another location at our house. Currently its fitted in the backyard but we want to move it to sideyard, behind kitchen wall. Would need to reconnect Gas and plumbing pipes and close the existing ones. RED highlighted area in photo new location where it needs to be moved.
Fixing gas outdoor water heater
$100
Mont Albert North VIC 3129, Australia
28th Aug 2025
Gas hot water heater keeps turning off.









