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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews in North East Melbourne

Quick service and reliable.

Hot water system has turned off. Need it started again.

$50

Very quick and polite

I need a pipe replaced on my hot water unit

$50

Andrew was so professional and amazing plumber. Very skilflul and has amazing customer service.

Plumbing of hot water system

$200

Excellent completion of task, prompt and professional, would recommend.

Licensed plumber needed to replace hot water pipe.

$200

Jonathan was amazing and was very prompt.

Change over Hot water system. Today.

$900

Great service, on time with no issues. Hassle free. Cheers

Capping off old hot water lines

$200

What's the average cost of a hot water system installer in North East Melbourne

$110 - $268

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$110

median

$187

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$268

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Average reviews for Hot Water System Installation & Repair Services in North East Melbourne

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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 in North East Melbourne

Replace hot water unit in a food truck

$400

Heidelberg West VIC 3081, Australia

4th Oct 2026

Replace hot water system electric. I can provide one or if you have one with reasonable price you can supply

Need plumber to install gas hot water unit in Epping

$500

Epping VIC, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

I have the replacement gas hot water system unit at property and need a licensed plumber to do a direct replacement. Like for like. Also able to takw away old unit. Same brand, same footprint and same inlet/outlet.

Amazing work! Quick and got the job done within 10mins of posting the job. Highly recommended!

Install hot and cold taps outside bellow gas hot water system

$250

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

2nd Oct 2026

I want both a hot and cold tab installed near this gas hot water system

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

Hot water system and evaporative cooling services

$100

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

20th Sep 2026

I need my hot water system and evaporative cooling serviced. We have a double story house.

Reinstall tap and hot water hose

$45

Rosanna VIC 3084, Australia

18th Sep 2026

Laundry Hot Water Pipe Repair & Tap Replacement The laundry hot water pipe leaks when the tap is used. So I turn the hot water off. Please inspect and repair or replace the faulty component, then install the new tap shown in the attached photo. Please test for leaks and quote for labour, including any required parts.

Hot water issue in shower

$100

Epping VIC 3076, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Hi, I’m looking for a licensed plumber to inspect and fix an issue with the hot water in my shower. The shower has separate hot and cold taps. The cold water works normally, but the hot water takes a very long time to come through, sometimes 5–7 minutes. Once it eventually becomes hot, it works. There is no issue with the hot water elsewhere in the house. The bathroom basin gets hot water immediately, although the hot-water flow there is slightly weaker than the cold. I suspect the issue may be with the shower hot tap/spindle/jumper valve or a restriction in the hot-water line, but I would like a plumber to properly diagnose it. Looking for: * Inspection and diagnosis * Repair/replacement of the faulty shower tap/valve if required * Confirm the hot-water flow is working normally afterwards Please provide your total cost. Thanks Location: Epping, VIC

Hot water not in all taps.toilet flush and taps,valves.

$150

South Morang VIC 3752, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Hot water block, toilet flush and taps and valves

Hot water gas heater

$300

Mill Park VIC 3082, Australia

6th Sep 2026

The pilot Is igniting but when releasing it, it’s not holding the spark.

Loose kitchen tap and hot water shuts off after 10 seconds

$120

Epping VIC 3076, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Kitchen tap is loose and moves around. Cold water is fine but when turned to hot water, it shuts off after about 10 seconds. Looking for someone to secure / tighten the tap and fix the hot water issue.

Hot water repair

$100

Mernda VIC 3754, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Need licensed plumber help diagnose and fix my solar gas hot water system. Module: vulcan vs160. Issue: gas boost doesnt work properly. The water is warm but not hot. The ok monitor has red light flashing.

Punctuated and efficient fix.

Replace Hoses for Cold and Hot Water under sink

$100

Epping VIC 3076, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Provide and replaces 2 hoses under the Bathroom sink. Both Hot and Cold Water hoses.

I am getting Brown hot water from tap

$150

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

31st Jul 2026

when i turn on tap ,hot water i get Brown hot water and unable to drink

Shower head has very low pressure and produces no hot water

$250

Mernda VIC 3754, Australia

26th Jul 2026

Our shower head has very low pressure and produces no hot water

Replace/fix leaking hot water tap & properly install cold water tap

$100

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

20th Jul 2026

Hot water tap on kitchen sink is leaking, I think the whole inside needs to be replaced (cartridge, O ring, washer) & cold water tap handle in the laundry needs to be installed properly. It sits wonky. The taps needs to be the same, so I happy to purchase them beforehand if needed unless you can supply similar looking ones.

Highly recommended!!!!

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 Service Fix

$400

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

16th Jul 2026

My electric hot water tank is around 250L. Each time we use the hot water, it only lasts for around 10 minutes then goes stone cold for hours until it re heats. I believe it may not be heating the whole tank, or a possible thermostat issue.

Hot water issue

$160

Mill Park VIC 3082, Australia

11th Jul 2026

No hot water coming out of any faucets or taps. Flame to hot water unit working well. Cold water working and flowing fine just no hot water.

Hot Water Issue

$220

Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia

23rd May 2026

Hot water works everywhere in the house except the shower.

Great guy, punctual and job done. Much appreciated 🙏

URGENT - Plumber TODAY – Leaking Hot Water Shower Tap

$450

Epping VIC 3076, Australia

10th May 2026

Hi, Need a plumber TODAY to diagnose and fix a leaking hot water tap in the upstairs shower. Details: • Hot water tap drips from the bottom even when fully closed. • I’ve removed the cover — leak is coming from the bottom of the tap. • Water is coming through to the laundry ceiling and wall directly below. Likely cartridge, tap body or pipe behind the wall. Need it sorted ASAP before more damage. Happy for you to come out, inspect on site, and give a firm quote before starting any work. Photos attached: tap with cover off + laundry damage. Today only – emergency call-out rate is fine. Let me know your earliest time. Thanks!

Fast response and came on time.