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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews in Melbourne

Great job - thanks Daniel
Re-join hot water pipe
$100

Jye was great came on time and fixed promptly
Fixing hot water in kitchen tap
$150

Legend. Quick fix and explained what to do should I have the same issue in the future. Jai is a gun
Fix hot water system
$200

Excellent work. Came and did the work to a high standard. Pleasant to deal with. Would be happy to recommend hime for future work.
Plumber to disconnect hot water inlet and ready for new connections.
$1,000

Job well done
Hot water system - remove and re install
$5

did a really good job, punctual and good communication
Plumber needed - Hot water turned back on
$100
What's the average cost of a hot water system installer in Melbourne
$139 - $300
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$139
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$199
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$300
Average reviews for Hot Water System Installation & Repair Services in Melbourne
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4.88
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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
Need a plumber to look at hot water system
$250
Brunswick East VIC, Australia
8th Oct 2025
Our hot water system is playing up. We have hot water in the kitchen but at a reduced flow, but there's absolutely no hot water in the bathroom shower


Great service. Very happy
Hot Water Heater Replacement
$1,500
Port Melbourne VIC, Australia
8th Oct 2025
Task: Replace 250L Twin Element Electric Hot Water System Details: I need my existing 250L twin element electric hot water heater replaced in my apartment in Port Melbourne. The current unit has already been isolated and shut off, and it’s installed in a raised drainage pan. Please include in your quote: • Supply and installation of a suitable replacement hot water tank (please specify your preferred brand/model). • Removal and disposal of the old tank. • Plumbing compliance certificate upon completion. Additional info: • Apartment is on Level 1 (up one flight of stairs) — easy access via stairwell. • Job is ready to go once the new system is confirmed. Hot water tank is to the left of the appliances in picture.
Fix hot water to tap
$100
Fitzroy VIC, Australia
29th Sep 2025
Hot water is running to all other taps in the apartment and the dishwasher adjacent to the kitchen sink. There is no hot water coming out of the kitchen sink. When the tap handle turns to hot- no water comes out. The hot water tap sitting in at the back of the cabinet is turned on.


Incredible! Ive had other plumbers look at my tap and Mehdi fixed it in 45 mins. So polite, calm and well mannered- not to mention well priced. I cannot recommend him enough!!!
Plumber Needed: Lower Hot Water Temp + Fix Bath Taps (No Water Flow
$150
Alphington VIC, Australia
28th Sep 2025
Hi there, I need a licensed plumber to: 1. Lower the temperature of my hot water system (it’s currently far too hot/boiling). 2. Investigate and repair bath taps – the handles turn but no water comes out at all. • Unsure if it’s a cartridge/washer issue or a bigger blockage. Please bring all tools and advise if any parts need to be purchased or supplied.
Hot water issue - hot water trickling in shower and in all taps.
$80
Armadale VIC, Australia
26th Sep 2025
Hot water is trickling when turning it on. Cold taps running normally. Water is heated by gas. Gas working on stove tops. Potential valve issue or blockage? Accred plumber required please.
Re-plumb hot water system
$150
Windsor VIC 3181, Australia
17th Sep 2025
Heat pump tank to be re-plumbed. Only jobs are to terminate incoming water and fit a pipe from that heat pump to an existing heat pump hws. We did have one pump for upstairs and another for downstairs.not necessary now. Electrics are disconnected and removed along with heating unit, so only the tank remains. We will drain it and remove it, just need water in terminated and one pipe to upstairs fitted to another existing, adjacent heat pipe (there is a branch to connect to on existing heat pump)
Looking for plumber to extend a hot water line 5 metes
$800
Langridge Ward VIC, Australia
15th Sep 2025
• Supply and install a new hot water line for Apartment 103 (approx. 5m or less).from laundry to sink near by • Isolate the existing hot water supply at the common-area hot water meter (Apartment 103 only). • Cut into the existing hot line in the laundry and tee off a new supply for the kitchen mixer. • Drill through wall into kitchen and run new 15mm copper line neatly through cabinetry. • Fit lugged elbow and connect to existing kitchen mixer. • Reinstate hot water supply and test to ensure proper operation.
Fix hot water
$100
North Melbourne VIC, Australia
9th Sep 2025
Hot water randomly stopped working - not sure why
Check hot water pressure
$150
Prahran VIC, Australia
8th Sep 2025
Check hot water pressure and tighten the shower knobs
Leakage and hot water issues
$180
Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
25th Aug 2025
My apartment has a slow leakage issue under the bathroom basin. Plus our hot water when having shower seems to cut off later in the day. Want someone to come over and inspect this Friday after 3pm if possible


Great service. Thank you
Low hot water pressure and small leak under sink
$200
Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia
20th Aug 2025
Low hot water pressure in bathroom sink and shower. Small leak on the same sink


Fixed my sink leak and hotwater. Thanks Miles and Jack
Tap repairs. The hot water tap won't shut off and keeps spinning
$80
Alphington VIC 3079, Australia
9th Aug 2025
The hot water for the shower tap won't shut off and tap keeps spinning.


Extremely helpful helped out a lot
Remove a tempering valve on 2 Manifolded Hot water Heat pumps
$150
Fairfield VIC, Australia
30th Jul 2025
I need a tempering valve removed as my 2 manifolded Heat pumps dont supply hot enough water. I need 60 degrees not 50 degrees


Very polite clear and responsive The work was done at a very high professional Standard and completed within 2 hrs of clicking offer Accepted.
Additional works needed for hot water service
$558
Melbourne VIC, Australia
28th Jul 2025
To supply and install new hot water temperature valve and also replace shower washers in bathroom - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01K17FXA5VWZPFQ0HG4PB6H71W


Jordan helped us with Multiple Plumbing issues. Good eye for details. Will recommend to others
Need Plumber to check Continuous Hot water system
$150
Balaclava VIC, Australia
28th Jul 2025
Hi We have a Bosch continuous Hot Water system. The hot water lasts only for 2-3 min max . The heat setting is on Maximum. Need a Plumber to have a Look at the issue


Will recommend to others
Fix hot water in bathroom
$150
Richmond VIC, Australia
27th Jul 2025
Looking for a plumber. A couple days ago the hot water in the shower stopped - it is not only warm even at the hottest setting.


Fixed all our plumbing issues in one go! Definitely recommend. Also a very lovely person.
Need plumber to fix hot water heater and toilet
$5
Port Melbourne VIC, Australia
12th Jul 2025
The toilet is leaking water, also the hot water heater is leaking


Easy to work with great dude
Plumbing - Fit 25L hot water and connect an outdoor hot water tap
$200
Collingwood VIC, Australia
6th Jul 2025
I need to re-install a 25L hot water service as another guy put it in & didn’t work. I also need a tap hooked up to another 25L hot water at rear of building. *Must be Certfied* previous person didn’t instal properly and I don’t want to be caught out again!!


Fantastic work, much appreciated
Supply and repair hot water tempering valve - licensed plumbers only
$250
Brunswick East, Victoria
17th Jun 2025
High pitched noise when hot water being used. Understand this is tempering valve as common issue in apartment building.


Great service, no issues at all
Hot Water system swap out
$100
St Kilda East VIC, Australia
5th Jun 2025
Hi all I am looking for a licensed plumber to swap out Wall mounted Rinnai 16l gas hot water system in my apartment. I have a new Rheem system .I am happy to help with installation.It's 2.5m off ground. Location is St Kilda East. Ideally early morning would be best because I work shifts. Thanks


Didn’t arrive at time agreed at. But did the job. Thanks