Hot Water Repair & Replacement
South Adelaide’s Preferred Plumber for over 10 Years
Going Without Hot Water Isn’t Fun
Are cold showers becoming an increasingly regular occurrence at your place? Is your hot water system needing attention, or even a replacement? This heavily used household essential can exhibit wear and tear, and should be serviced at least once every 2 years.
Sometimes, a smaller hot water system can struggle to keep up with a high demand. If you aren’t getting enough hot water when you need it, speak to us today to get hot water again fast.
Our Hot Water Services
We can help you with:
- Repair, replacement and installation of any hot water system or parts
- Checking parts, including the tempering and relief valves, or Mildred valve
- Replacing insulation, damaged pipes, or the sacrificial anode
- Assessing and replacing gas burners or electric heating elements
- Thermostat testing, repairs or replacement
- Carbon monoxide detection testing or gas leak detection
- Flushing electric storage tanks
A Recent Hot Water Replacement
Our customer wasn’t getting sufficient hot water thanks to their low-pressure unit in the roof. With minimal disruption, we changed the system over to an external gas unit, and now our customer is enjoying hot water with continuous pressure – making life much more comfortable!

Why Call Us for Your Hot Water?
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know my hot water system isn’t working properly?
- The hot water system appears to be leaking
- Discolouration of the water
- Not getting hot water, despite receiving an adequate water mains supply
- The water is too hot, despite adjustments to the temperature dial
- The hot water system seems to be emitting strange sounds (eg. excessive banging, gurgling or popping noises)
What causes faulty hot water systems?
- Broken or worn out heating element
- Electrical faults/blown fuse (you may need an electrician to help with this – we can advise)
- Generalised wear and tear in an older hot water system
- The tempering valve is faulty, which can result in reduced hot water temperature or supply, or a lack of pressure
- Defective thermostat
- Build-up of scaling/mineral deposits within the hot water system, which reduces its lifespan
What type of hot water systems can you install?
We supply a variety of trusted brands, and we will recommend one suitable for your needs.
How long is the warranty?
How much does hot water repair and replacement cost?
If you need financial help, we offer payment plans so that your hot water issues can still be fixed.
Our Happy Customers
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