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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews

Alex was really prompt and punctual with looking into the issue and resolving it on time.

Plumber needed to fix Hot water system Flexi pipe which is leaking.

$150

Very efficient and easy to deal with

Plumber to check out hot water tank

$30

Excellent work, very quick, efficient and clear.

My shower hot water tap doesn’t work. Please fix.

$100

Helpful and easy to work with. Thank you.

Plumbing - hot water tap in shower keeps rotating

$150

Brandon was right on time. Communication was clear. Listened to me try to explain the plumbing problem we had then he explained what he thought it may be and his process to confirm and rectify and he was spot on. No drama No Fuss. Great work.

Hot Water temp and pressure problem

$70

Myles came on time communicated well and told me exactly what was going on with my system and had a spare part. They are ready to go all fixed would use again awesome individual

Need hot water heater repaired as it’s running water all the time

$200

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

$120 - $280

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$120

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$180

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$280

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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

Hot water system tank installation

$400

Watson ACT 2602, Australia

5th Oct 2026

Need a plumber to pick up my replacement and replace the tank for me.

Washing machine hot water connection replacement

$80

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

5th Oct 2026

Need a plumber to fix/replace the hot water connection for my washing machine (burst from the wall connection)

Hot water system leaking

$400

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

4th Oct 2026

i think my hot water service has a leaking PTR valve could I please ask what you charge including the part, and what the call out fee is? The hot water tank is mounted on top of our roof. And we are in a three story town house. The leak is not affecting anything at the moment. I can see it from a distance tho.

Repalce hot water 250 litre

$1,500

Forest Lake QLD 4078, Australia

4th Oct 2026

My hot water Dux has stopped working. Its 250 litre. My preferred brand is Dux or Rheem. I would like to remove, replace it etc. Plz advise the cost, brand, warranty n how quickly u can install.

Install instanteous has hot water system

$400

Notting Hill VIC 3168, Australia

4th Oct 2026

Currently have a single storey with gravity fed system. Need to replace with gas instanteous system. I have the instantaneous system. Labour cost. Gravity fed system is in the roof cavity so only need to disconnect and cap off. Notting Hill . Need a qualified and licenced plumber and gas fitter

Hot Water System Repair

$200

Forest Lake QLD 4078, Australia

4th Oct 2026

Title: Replace Leaking Hot Water TPR Valve & Pipe Insulation (Vulcan 2018 Electric Tank) Job Description: I need a licensed plumber to replace a faulty safety valve and tidy up some damaged pipe insulation on an outdoor Vulcan electric storage hot water system (installed in 2018) at my home in Forest Lake. The system is currently running, but it has a constant, hot trickle dumping directly into the outdoor concrete gully drain. This started recently after the valve was opened/tested, indicating the top Temperature Pressure Relief (TPR) valve has failed internally, has sediment trapped in the seal, and ?? needs a complete replacement. While replacing the valve, I also need the black foam pipe insulation (lagging) replaced. As seen in the attached photos, the top pre-formed elbow is heavily cracked/perished from sun exposure, and the vertical sections have some small tears in them. Possible Scope of work: 1. Supply and install a brand-new, matching residential TPR safety valve at the top of the tank. 2. Strip away the damaged, crumbling sections of black pipe insulation. 3. Supply and neatly install fresh, UV-rated tough rubber lagging (Armaflex or similar) over the exposed copper pipes and the new valve block to protect it from the QLD sun. 4. Verify the hot trickle into the gully trap has completely stopped.
 Please provide a total fixed price quote that includes the new valve part, the fresh insulation lagging, and all labour/call-out fees. Thank you!

Connect hot water to battery - Electrical

$500

Manly West QLD, Australia

4th Oct 2026

We have a new solar system and need the hot water system to be connected to it. Flexible with dates and timing.

Hot water system replacement

$500

Queanbeyan East NSW 2620, Australia

4th Oct 2026

Hot water system replacement See attached photos for reference

Gas hot water system (storage tank system) out of service

$300

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

1st Oct 2026

My gas hot water system (storage tank) has lost heat in the last 24 hours.

Scott fixed our hot water system. Arrived with one hour of the job being issued. Communicated the problem and spoke to us about the options, then completed the job.

Need pipe installed to current pipe plus add taps for cold hot water

$150

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

28th Sep 2026

Will need 2 more pipes or drain as per photo sticking up and two sets of taps. Must be done tomorrow. Afternoon

Amazing work and very kind guy. Would love to book him again

Fix my hot water system

$125

Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011, Australia

28th Sep 2026

Require somebody to perform task of fixing this Rinnai Infinity 26 hot water system (mounted externally). You will also need to supply the replacement thermostat (included in offer price) if that is the problem.

Great to deal with, easy communication

Add outdoor tap, with hot water mixer and hose connection

$250

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

21st Sep 2026

We have a gas instantaneous hot water system, right near the back corner of the house. I want to add a mixer tap with a hose connection just below it so I can run medium-warm water into the garden. Ideally, the mixer tap could be fixed at a given mix of hot & cold so I'm not always trying to get it exactly right. The gas system puts out 45°C water btw.

Installed an outdoor tap before a 3yo's birthday party. Did a great job and super quickly.

Licensed Plumber Needed – Hot Water Pressure Issue

$150

Alexandra Hills QLD, Australia

20th Sep 2026

Licensed Plumber Needed – Hot Water Pressure Issue We have a double-storey house and are experiencing very low pressure from the hot water. The cold water pressure is fine, but the hot water pressure throughout the house is very weak. We are looking for a licensed plumber to inspect the hot water system, diagnose what is causing the low pressure, and repair the issue if possible. Budget is approximately $150 for inspection/initial repair, but I am happy to consider reasonable offers depending on the problem, parts required and work involved. Please let me know your experience with hot water systems and whether your offer includes the call-out/inspection fee.

Very happy with the service! Chris came out to fix our hot water system and did a great job. He was professional, reliable, and knew exactly what he was doing. Everything is working perfectly now. I’m really happy with the result and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a good plumber. Thank you!

Chromate Gas Hot water system leak repair

$50

Manor Lakes VIC, Australia

17th Sep 2026

Have a slight leakage in the hot water system. Contacted Chromagen and they mentioned The flow meter on the system has become faulty which is causing the leak and advise to fix it outside.

Excellent work done. Perfect communication and was on time for the job to be done. Will highly recommend.

Leaking hot water pipe needs repair

$250

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Need to fix leaking/burst pipe… remove false panel adjacent to hot water service (gas). Possible some bricks might need removing else access via panel and need to potentially cut hot water pipe and join back together.. test and reinstate false panel… happy to pay for materials separately and open to fixed price or hourly rate

Excellent work and so efficient!

I’m looking for someone to light up the gas hot water tank

$100

Cranbourne West VIC 3977, Australia

13th Sep 2026

I’m looking for someone to light up the hot water tank I was on holiday and I turned off the main gas Property location in Cranbourne west

Johnny is great 👍 with work Nice and friendly Very quick response and very helpful Thanks

Leaking electric hot water system - leaking from the base

$250

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

12th Sep 2026

Electric hot water heating unit is leaking from the base. I have turned off the cold water intake (I think) which has stopped the leaking. Obviously want this repaired and to have hot water ready for kids bath tonight

Jake was very friendly and super quick. Will be rebooking

Hot water tempering valve failed

$150

Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia

12th Sep 2026

The hot water in my apartment is only luke warm. Strata manager suggested to check if the tempering valve has failed inside the apartment. The hot water system is centrally controlled in the building.

Tehsein and his team are very helpful and efficient. Fixed the tempering valve and hot water is hot enough again. Would ask their service again!

Fix or replace washing machine hot water pipe

$50

Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia

11th Sep 2026

The hot water pipe does not screw on properly onto the tap (have tried in more than one property in the past). When attached, it leaks and sprays water

Efficient and helpful, great to communicate with

Hot water tap issue in shower.we need help with that.

$50

Oakleigh South VIC 3167, Australia

10th Sep 2026

Our hot water tap has come out And also we have hot water issue in shower.

David is really good man and he helped on Friday afternoon.