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Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair reviews
Very efficient and friendly.
Plumber to fix hot water issue
£30
Anthony came at short notice on a Sunday. He managed to drain the leaking hot water tank at least, no spare parts so it’s not q. fixed but it’s made safe. Thank you!
Help drain (&/or Fix) leaking hot water tank
£80
Awesome service can't reccomend highly enough!
Hot water isn't working
£50
Airlock diagnosed and cleared.
Hot water stopped coming from Taps n showers
£60
Jack got the job done quickly and was professional and courteous. I would hire him again.
Fix stiff hot water tap in bathtub
£100
Tony was great, super helpful
Hot water not working
£60
What's the average cost of a Hot Water System Installer
£85 - £150
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£150
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Why hire a hot water system technician through Airtasker?
If your taps, showers, or baths have run cold and you lack a working heating system, there’s now a quick, hassle-free way to book an installation for a hot water tank. With Airtasker, you no longer have to rely on baseless referrals and uncertain advice. Taskers are highly skilled and equipped to handle all your heating needs, whether you require vented or unvented cylinders.
To get started, post a task on the platform, including your location, cylinder details, and how soon you need the hot water system installation. Expect to hear from available plumbers and specialists who willl reach out with quotes for you to consider. Airtasker also makes reviews and ratings accessible, so you can choose a Tasker with the right expertise and attitude.
Once you accept an offer, you can rest easy knowing your Tasker will get your hot water installation sorted in no time!
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No need to provide tools or equipment. Your Tasker will arrive with everything needed for the job. As for the cylinder, it’s up to your agreement with your hired plumber whether you’ll provide it or they’ll source it for you. Make sure you’ve discussed this prior to the actual installation day.
The installation process, from the area inspection to the installation itself, can run between one to three days. If there’s no underlying issue to address, it could be completed within a single day.
Yes! If you run a business and have more jobs than you can handle, feel free to hire Taskers to assist you. Discuss the scope of work and the skills you need when posting a task. That way, it’s easier to match with suitable experts.
Installing a hot water system yourself isn’t ideal. This type of job involves compliance with UK building regulations and safety requirements and requires proper certification. Unless you’re a certified plumber or specialist, you may be better off booking a qualified expert through Airtasker instead.
The size of the system you need depends on the number of people in your household, plus how much they use hot water. A good rule to follow is to allow for 30–40 litres of hot water per person for a gas system or 55–60 litres for an electric system. Consult your hired plumber for an accurate recommendation.
You may still have hot water for a short period. Typically, in a power cut, the water will remain warm for one to two hours. But this largely depends on your usage, as well as the temperature outside.
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What do hot water system installation services include?
A complete hot water system installation service covers everything required to set up a safe, reliable system in your home. This service includes the following steps:
Inspecting the area
The installation begins with a detailed assessment of the chosen spot for your tank and its components. The plumber will ensure the area can support the cylinder’s weight and meets all local building regulations. If the space is inadequate, they can help you find a suitable alternative location for the system.
Preparing for the hot water system installation
Once the location is confirmed, your plumber will prepare for the installation of the hot water tank. If needed, they may create a reinforced platform to support the weight of the tank. You can also hire a carpenter to work on this separately to lessen your plumber’s load.
Before proceeding with the installation, your Tasker will shut off the water, gas, or electricity, as necessary. They will then measure the area and cut pipes or wires to the right sizes. They may also have to cut holes into walls or floors for the pipework.
Installing the cylinder
When preparations are done, your plumber will set the cylinder or tank in its designated position. They’ll carefully avoid damaging any components or nearby pipes during this stage.
Fitting the components
Once the cylinder is installed, your Tasker will attach pipes, wires, and important components like the Temperature and Pressure Release valve, expansion vessel, and immersion heater. You can expect them to strictly follow UK regulations and best practices to ensure the system is safe and fit for long-term use.
Testing the system
After the installation of the hot water tank, your plumber will test the entire system. This is to check whether hot water flows smoothly and at the correct pressure through all taps and showers. Any issues with temperature or pressure will be addressed right away. This process will be repeated until the system works without fault.Â
With your hot water now sorted, why not consider making your home an even more comfortable place to live in? Insulation installers are also available on Airtasker to help you achieve year-round warmth while lowering those energy bills.
Recent Hot Water System Installation & Repair tasks
Need to fix water mixer in shower only hot water coming
£60
Spring Grove, Greater London
26th Jun 2026
In both hand shower and head shower got only hot water even after turning the tap to cold setting. Water mixer is working fine in wash Basin but only problem is with showers.
Hot water
£50
Croydon, Greater London
26th Jun 2026
The Thermostat (screen display ) is off.
My hot water isn’t working
£25
Islington, Greater London, N1
26th Jun 2026
My hot water isn’t working
Hot water in shower too hot
£100
Garston, Merseyside
25th Jun 2026
The water in the shower is too hot and wont cool down.
Shower is only giving out hot water
£150
Farringdon, Greater London
25th Jun 2026
The bathroom shower is only giving out hot water not cold
Ifty came to fix my shower and diagnosed the issue with the valve straight away — no faff. He was very polite, professional, and did a great job quickly and efficiently. He was able to come out the same day, which was really appreciated. Thanks so much — I would definitely use him again!!
Hot water tap installer outside
£150
Burren, County Down
21st Jun 2026
Need a tap installed outside, conneting to the exicting hot water pipes under the sink
Electric Hot Water Cylinder Repair
£300
Elephant And Castle, Greater London, SE1
20th Jun 2026
Issue: Intermittent Hot Water Failure - Heatrae Sadia PremierPlus Unvented Cylinder I have a Heatrae Sadia PremierPlus unvented electric hot water cylinder with an external Aquasystem expansion vessel. The issue is intermittent: * Sometimes there is no hot water at all. * The system occasionally starts working again by itself. * Sometimes I can get it working by turning the electricity off and on or repeatedly using the Boost function. * When it starts working again, it can take several hours before hot water is available. * No obvious leaks are present. * The expansion vessel appears intact, but I am unsure if it is related.
Tighten loose faucets, figure out why there is no hot water upstairs
£150
Wimbledon Park, Greater London, SW19
20th Jun 2026
Two wobbly faucets, no hot water upstairs and a stuck drain cork. Needs sorting.
Repair leak in an Ariston over sink 30 or 45 L electric water heater.
£150
Moseley, West Midlands
18th Jun 2026
The church had a significant water leak this morning . A plumber came and told us we relly needed a specilast who knows a=bout Ariston electric water heaters. I attach photo of the leak
Water tank not giving hot water
£20
Palmers Green, Greater London
17th Jun 2026
My water tank is not giving hot water
To replace an undersink, Atmor Instant Water Heater 5.0kW
£100
Lee Bank, West Midlands
16th Jun 2026
To replace an undersink, Atmor Instant Water Heater 5.0kW Durable in water pressures (5-100 psi) 0.3-7 bar Minimum flow water rate 1.2litres minute Automatically activated by water pressure Dimensions : H 185mm x W 300mm x D 110mm in 2 rooms please.
No hot water in shower
£40
Wealdstone, Greater London
15th Jun 2026
One of the showers in my apartment has no hot water. The water pressure decreases noticeably whenever the hot water is turned on, and the shower never heats up. Could someone please inspect and repair it?
5 in 1 hot water tap
£200
Tyrrell's Wood, Surrey
14th Jun 2026
I am looking at buying a 5 in 1 water tap system from Aquataps. It will need installing and made need additional plugs installed as well from a nearby plug to accommodate the plugs for the system
To replace a hot water tap
£20
Roxeth, Greater London
13th Jun 2026
Replace a water heater tap
Boiler hot water fix
£40
Longsight, Greater Manchester
12th Jun 2026
Hot water not working in property, had low pressure, increased the pressure but hot water still not working
Repair shower as not getting hot water
£25
Haggerston, Greater London, E2
3rd Jun 2026
Shower is not getting hot water but everywhere else is. It's probably a valve issue. Can someone have a look and help fix.
Hot water switch not working. have to put heating on to get hit water
£150
Slough, Berkshire, SL1
2nd Jun 2026
Need hot water switch (valve) replaced - permanently open at moment
Mira electric shower hot water fix
£40
Hitchin Square, Greater London
19th Feb 2026
Our electric shower has just randomly stopped working and need someone to come and take a look at it urgently. I’ve bought a new shower head as I initially thought the issue might have been he hose but after installing it stiill issues - need someone to coome asap - thank you
Had an issue with our electric shower and needed someone to come asap, posted the job and in less than an hour managed to book Gulzar to come the same evening, very polite, punctual and really knew what he was doing, immediately knew what was wrong but doouble confirmed the issue through testing. Highly recommend him - thank you
Fix hot water shower tap
£60
Isle Of Dogs, Greater London
5th Feb 2026
The hot water tap on my shower has stopped working properly. When I twist the hot water handle, only a very small amount of water comes out. Cold water still works normally. This started recently 2 days ago, no visible leaks. Looking for someone to inspect, repair/replace the tap or internal valve if needed.
great work and very friendly
We have only 7 minutes of hot water in the shower.
£50
Earl's Court, Greater London
19th Jan 2026
Studio flat has only 7 min of hot water, we would like to have continous hot water, or at least 20, 30 min. There is a 100 litres water tank and no boiler available.
Highly recommend, very attentive