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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews in Melbourne
Absolutely brilliant. The job was more complex than originally thought but he managed to do it. And he found other things around that I need to fix which was great!
Need someone to drain my hot water tank to remove sediment
$100
Professional and helpful
Hot water pipe needs repaired
$250
Efficient and clean work. Thanks
Replace hot water system
$500
Great help! Would definitely work with Brendan again - thanks heaps
Fix hot water (in one tap only)
$150
Awesome communication, clearly articulated what we needed to do and did it well! Would use again :)
Hot water system replace
$50
thank you for job done promptly and well
Plumber to attend to Hot Water Service playing up
$200
low
$135
median
$200
high
$300
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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.Â
Preparing for installationÂ
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.Â
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.Â
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 in Melbourne
Bathroom tap - no hot water
$100
Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
14th Oct 2026
No hot water in bathroom tap but ok everywhere else. Runs cold water fine. Simple quick job, looking for excellent work reasonable price.
Hot water service
$200
Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
11th Oct 2026
Hot water service, something is leaking. Not sure how be fixed
Disconnect a hot water tank and replace a waste pipe
$400
Northcote VIC 3070, Australia
9th Oct 2026
Need a plumber to disconnect a hot water tank and come back in a couple of days to reconnect it (same location) Would also like to replace a small section of a kitchen sink waste pipe with a black or grey pipe possibly and leave it ready with a 50mm to 40mm converter, ready to plug in a P trap and sink Location is Northcote. Let me know if you can get black or grey piping and you can choose the best path/curves
Replacement of hot water hose
$80
Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
9th Oct 2026
Water leak detected from faulty hot water hose connection at the tap connected to washing machine. Hose needs to be replaced. Price is all inclusive including labour and parts.
Highly recommended. Very kind and helpful and great attention to detail.
Low hot water pressure in the shower
$150
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
8th Oct 2026
Hi, I'm looking for a licensed plumber to inspect and fix a hot water issue in my shower. The shower has separate hot and cold taps. The cold water works normally, but the hot water pressure is very low. I've checked with the building manager, who confirmed there are no issues with the hot water supply. I'm looking for: - Inspection and diagnosis - Repair or replacement, if required - Confirmation that the hot water flow is working normally afterwards Please provide your total cost. Thanks!
The plumber arrived on time, was easy to deal with, and quickly identified and fixed the problem. Straightforward from start to finish. Would happily hire again and recommend.
Hot Water Heat Pump Relocation – Licensed Plumber Needed (Melbourne)
$1,500
Kensington VIC 3031, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Looking for a registered/licensed (Victoria) plumber to relocate an existing heat pump hot water system in my backyard. Needs disconnecting and reinstalling the unit at a new location approximately 8m away from the current position. No major changes required—straightforward relocation with new pipework. Needs new insulated hot and cold water pipework/securing to house/emptying, testing, purging etc ensure working and Supply and install suitable base
Hot water system, ignition not working
$200
Melbourne VIC 3182, Australia
27th Sep 2026
Ignition spark not working to get instant hot water
Scott took the time to ring and explain things. Was very punctual and excellent to deal with.
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.
Fix the hot water issue
$100
Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia
9th Sep 2026
One of the bathrooms in the apartment doesn’t have hot water, the other bathroom has hot water. When switching to cold water, water pressure is totally fine, when switching to hot water, very low water pressure and no much water coming out and no hot water . Might be tempting valve issue so need someone to check and fix it. Need licensed plumber please
Excellent job, fast turnaround
Hot water boiler service / fix
$100
Fairfield VIC 3078, Australia
2nd Sep 2026
We have an aquamax 390 hot water boiler... Over the past year (prior to the past few weeks) it has gone out a few times, and we have just relit it, no major issue. But over the past few weeks it is going out every few days. I suspect it will need to replace the failing thermocouple.
5 stars. Couldn't fault ryan
Looking for plumber to install gas hot water boiler
$10
Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia
1st Sep 2026
I have 2 boiler and looking to get the quote to install them
Great guy professional
Lower 80kg empty hot water service from ceiling cavity
$400
South Melbourne, Victoria
21st Jul 2026
3-4 strong labourers required – lower 80kg empty hot water service from ceiling cavity. Think it will take 20-30 mins for the group to finish this. * 3-4 people required. * Approx. 80kg. * Ceiling/attic access. * No plumbing required. * Need to lower carefully (not throw it down), there’s a new floor below, so we want to carefully lower the tank on to a cushioned floor and take it outside on a trolley
These guys were GREAT to deal with! Quick comms, problem solvers, had a plan when they arrived, made a complicated little removal job look easy, even took the rubbish away for me! Will be using them again for sure!
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
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
Brivis hot water fix
$125
Armadale VIC, Australia
9th Jun 2026
Hi there My brivis digital screen for my ducted heating isn’t working and I’ve checked my fuse board and nothing has turned off! Free today or tomorrow morning I’m unable to use the touch pad to use my ducted
Great to deal with!
Plumber connect hot water to dishwasher and washing machine
$80
South Yarra VIC, Australia
28th May 2026
I need someone to come and connect my dishwasher and washing machine too hot water. We just moved into a rental and were unable to connect ourselves but it does exist.
Can was awesome. Very friendly and happy to help out. Fixed our washing machine no problems. Thank you!!
Hot water heater not working
$100
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
23rd May 2026
I have a client that has a hot water heater not working. They need someone to come out today. My plumber is not available. Need someone to come
Great service and great quality
Increase heat on gas instant hot water
$100
Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia
11th May 2026
I have a Rinnai Solar 26 gas instantaneous hot water unit and the hot water is barely above warm. I have tried adjusting the dip switches as per the manual but it hasn't helped. I'm looking for a qualified plumber who can get hotter water out of this unit. As I have already tried the dip switches, please don't come if that is your only solution.
Daniel fixed our instantaneous gas hot water service, getting it from luke warm to steaming hot.









