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Hot Water Repairs Sydney

Cold showers, leaks, no pilot light or water only warm: same-day hot water repairs across Sydney, 24/7 for emergencies.

  • 24/7 emergency service
  • Fully licensed & insured
  • Upfront, honest pricing

Fast hot water repairs across Sydney

When the hot water stops, the whole household notices. Our licensed plumbers and gas fitters repair every common type of hot water system in Sydney homes and businesses, and our vans carry the parts that fail most, so most repairs are done on the first visit.

We repair Rheem, Rinnai, Dux, Bosch, Thermann, Aquamax, Vulcan, Saxon and most other brands, from small electric units in apartments to large gas storage tanks in family homes.

  • Same-day repairs in most suburbs
  • Fixed price before we start
  • Licensed gas fitter for every gas repair
  • Workmanship guarantee

Common hot water problems we fix

No hot water at all. On gas systems this is often the pilot light, thermocouple or gas valve; on electric systems a tripped circuit, a failed element or thermostat.

Water is only warm. A faulty thermostat, a failed element on a twin-element tank, a tempering valve set too low, or a continuous-flow unit that is too small for the number of showers running.

Water leaking from the unit. A dripping relief valve is often normal or easy to fix; water leaking from the tank body means the tank has failed and needs replacing.

Noisy system or rusty water. Sediment in the tank or a worn sacrificial anode. Replacing the anode every 5 years can add years to a tank.

Repair or replace: we tell you honestly

If your system is under 8 years old and the tank is sound, a repair is almost always the better choice. If it is older and leaking from the tank, or the repair costs more than half a new unit, we show you the replacement options with fixed prices, including higher-efficiency gas and heat pump systems that may qualify for NSW energy savings rebates.

Hot water repair prices

A guide only: every job is different, and for standard jobs we give a fixed price before we start.

Electric element or thermostat
From $250
Gas pilot, thermocouple or valve
From $200
Relief or tempering valve
From $180
Sacrificial anode replacement
From $250

Prices are indicative and depend on the job. A minimum call-out charge may apply. Call for an exact, free quote.

Recent hot water repairs work

Real jobs by our licensed plumbers.

GPS plumber installing a continuous-flow gas hot water system
Plumber connecting an instantaneous gas hot water unit
Five-burner gas cooktop installed and connected by a licensed gas fitter
Gas cooktop with wok burner connected by a licensed gas fitter

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Licensedplumbers, gas fitters, drainers
24/7emergency call-outs
Guaranteedworkmanship, fixed prices
24/7 emergency

Plumbing emergency? Call any time, 24/7

Burst pipe, gas smell, no hot water, sewage overflow: a real plumber answers, day or night.

0411 829 187

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about hot water repairs.

How quickly can you repair my hot water?

In most Sydney suburbs we can come the same day; for emergencies (a leaking tank, a gas smell) we come straight away, 24/7.

Is it safe to relight my gas pilot myself?

Only if your manufacturer instructions say so and there is no gas smell. If it will not stay lit, the thermocouple or gas valve needs a licensed gas fitter.

Why does my relief valve drip?

A small drip while the water heats is normal. A constant stream means the valve or the water pressure needs checking.

How long do hot water systems last?

Most storage systems last 8 to 12 years, continuous-flow gas units 12 to 20 years with servicing.

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