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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews

Danny was exceptional — prompt, professional, and faultless. Hot-water service refitted seamlessly with care and attention to detail. Couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Replace Stiebel Instant Hot water System

$150

Good with his work!!!

Fix Leaked hot water pipe in a wall at restaurant

$700

Excellent service highly recommend

Shower head issue no hot water coming through shower head.

$200

Absolutely first class and professional in every aspect ! Highly recommend for any plumbing or gas line work. Thanks so much

Gas hot water issue

$130

Jeremiah was efficient, pleasant and did a great job! Highly recommended

Moving washing machine pipe from hot water tap to cold water tap

$20

Great experience, highly recommend

Solar hot water pump repair

$50

What's the average cost of a hot water system installer

$115 - $279

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$115

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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.

Once you've accepted an offer, your chosen Tasker will have your unvented or vented hot water system installed in no time. Getting hot water to flow throughout your home is easy and convenient on Airtasker.

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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

Plumber to change or inspect hot water tempering valve in apartment.

$200

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

18th Jul 2026

Plumber to change or inspect hot water tempering valve in apartment. My showers/bathroom hot water takes a long time to heat up after being turned off and on again. Sometimes it never heats up after turning it off and on! I'm not sure if that valve is really the issue. There's also always a loud clonk sound turning on and off water at home. Please advise your price and I don't have any materials, so if tempering valve is needed to be changed do you carry a stash or?

Need a plumber to fix hot water system leak

$99

Burswood WA 6100, Australia

18th Jul 2026

I'm looking for a licensed plumber to inspect and repair a leak from my hot water system. Issue: A rusty-coloured liquid is constantly leaking from the hot water system (geyser). The leak is leaving rust stains on the floor. I'd like the cause identified and repaired, and to know if any parts or the entire unit need replacing. Location: Burswood Please bring the necessary tools for inspection. If replacement parts are required, I'm happy to discuss options before proceeding.

Need Plumber/Roofer – Solar Hot Water Fault & Roof Leak

$200

Golden Beach QLD 4551, Australia

18th Jul 2026

Looking for a qualified plumber (or plumber/roofer) to inspect and fix two issues at my property: Solar hot water system: The red warning light is flashing on the solar hot water tank system. Hot water is still working, but I'd like the fault diagnosed and repaired. Roof leak: I've noticed moisture and mould forming on the ceiling inside a bedroom wardrobe, so I need the source of the leak located and fixed.

Supply and install rheem hot water system

$1,500

Benowa QLD 4217, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Supply and install a rheem 250l twin element. Model of current one I have is 16225077 twin. Would like same /similar one again and old one taken away

Repair Aquamax Gas Hot Water System – Pilot Flame Keeps Going Out

$200

Lalor VIC 3075, Australia

17th Jul 2026

I have an Aquamax external gas storage hot water system. The system provides hot water most of the time, but occasionally the pilot flame goes out and the hot water stops working. I have to go outside and manually relight the pilot to get it working again. I'm looking for a licensed gas plumber to diagnose and repair the fault Please check: Thermocouple/flame sensor Pilot assembly Gas control valve Burner operation or any Gas pressure etc. Please message me if you want any other info.

Hot water circuit trips and NBN no power

$150

Turramurra NSW 2074, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Need a licensed electrician to inspect why the hot water circuit trips and why the NBN power appears to be off. Need a licensed electrician to inspect why the hot water circuit trips and why the NBN power appears to be off. The property previously had two air-conditioning units removed, and the associated electrical circuits were intentionally disconnected inside swithboard as those units were not reinstalled. Please inspect the switchboard and wiring to determine whether the hot water or NBN issues are related. The disconnected air-conditioning circuits should remain disconnected.

Changeover electric hot water system

$250

Campbellfield VIC 3061, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Replace/changeover hot water system. It 50L system underbench. Quote with or without system

Hot water does not work

$50

Old Toongabbie NSW 2146, Australia

17th Jul 2026

The hot water suddenly stopped I need a technition please to come and fix the hot water system. It’s Winter so we need the hot water urgently thank you

Christian was very efficient Will definitely use his service again

Fix hot water system

$250

Henley Brook WA 6055, Australia

17th Jul 2026

Hot water system not functional

Plumber to fix electic hot water system

$200

Brighton QLD 4017, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Require a plumber to fix our electric hot water system. Suspect that the damper valve needs to be replaced??

Michael was friendly and punctual. He completed our hot water plumbing job efficiently and also fixed another small issue for us. Highly recommended!

Plumber. Assess and repair Hot water cylinder

$300

Yeronga QLD 4104, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Home hot water system is not working properly. Luke warm water.

Jonathan is my new go to for plumbing

No hot water for my shower

$200

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

14th Jul 2026

My tenant told me there is no hot water for the shower area but the other taps have hot water, probably need to replace the valve

Fantastic, so easy to deal with and no hassle

Switch hot water and cold water valve under sink

$50

Guildford NSW 2161, Australia

14th Jul 2026

Dishwasher installer informed us the dishwasher is connected to the hot water valve and it needs to be connected to the cold water. We need a plumber to switch the two so it connects to the cold water or if switching it not allowed to put in the correct ones. I’ve inserted photo showing the dishwasher being connected to the hot water underneath.

There was more to the job we didn’t realise and he was happy to do the new fixes right away. Thanks!

Replace Stolen Gas Hot Water Unit

$1,000

Rockbank VIC 3335, Australia

13th Jul 2026

Hi, I need a licensed plumber/gasfitter to replace an instantaneous gas hot water system that was stolen from the exterior wall of my property in Rockbank. Looks like the thieves cut the copper lines, causing a leak. The gas network distributor has already attended, shut off the gas at the main meter, and capped the damaged line with emergency isolation tape for safety. Scope of work includes: Supply and install a new external continuous flow gas hot water unit (standard 3-4 bedroom home). Repair/reconnect the damaged copper gas and water pipework left on the brick wall. Conduct a full gas safety/leak test. The property is currently tenanted, so coordination for access will be arranged via my real estate agent.

Was great working with Mitch thank you!

HOT WATER TAP NEEDS FIXING or REPLACING

$150

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

12th Jul 2026

Hot water tap has come off its fittings ; Either needs to be fixed or replaced

Will recommend to others

Fix my hot water system

$250

Monash ACT 2904, Australia

12th Jul 2026

My hot water is not running, it's not an older unit and isn't leaking but unsure what is wrong. I'm happy for people to come out and give me a quote but it seems to be something simple wrong with the unit.

Aaron was professional, persistent and punctual. Highly recommend if you need a service

Hot water/boiler fix

$10

Keysborough VIC, Australia

11th Jul 2026

I have bosch boiler/hot water unit works randomly,it had same problem so we have fixed the mother board last year, but we found out that water was directly leaking from the roof, so now we have fixed it, so it rrwuires someone to have a look again thanks

Ryan was very punctual and arrived right on time. He came out within a few hours to inspect the job, quickly identified the problem, and fixed it straight away. Excellent service from start to finish. Highly recommend—5-star service!

Licensed plumber Hot Water System Leak(Continuous TPR Valve Discharge)

$150

Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia

9th Jul 2026

I need a licensed plumber only to inspect and repair my Eco Alliance Eco‑260LE 260L electric hot water system. Problem: Warm water is continuously running from the TPR valve drain line (like a small tap). Leak has been ongoing for 3 weeks. Started same day the water meter was replaced with a digital meter by water company. System age: 5 years. Required Work: Diagnose leak cause, Measure and record mains pressure. Check pressure limiting valve Inspect/test TPR valve. Replace TPR valve if faulty. Documentation Needed: Detailed tax invoice Short written report stating cause of leakRecorded mains pressure (kPa)Keep and return old TPR valve if replaced.

Punctual, reliable and professional

Solahrt hot water system needs repair

$400

Rosebery NSW 2018, Australia

9th Jul 2026

Roof top Solahart hot water system heating element is not working and probably needs replacement. Located on a two story house is at least 10 to 15 years. Water heats from sun but not electricity.

Brandon came quickly was very knowledgeable and very helpful. I’d highly recommend him.

FIX HOT WATER TAP IN SHOWER

$80

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

7th Jul 2026

My hot water tap in my shower keeps spinning and won’t turn off. I think the spindle is broken. Need someone to replace it

Very professional and quick. Will use again if we ever need another plumber