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Hot water systems |
Electric, gas, heat pump & solar
Howzat Plumbing's qualified team of Brisbane plumbers regularly carry out the following hot water related services to residential properties:
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electric hot water installation
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gas hot water installation
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heat pump hot water installation
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solar hot water installation
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repairs to hot water systems
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servicing of hot water systems
Brands we supply and install include Rheem, Dux, Rinnai, Everhot, Thermann, Solahart and Vulcan.
Things to consider when choosing a new hot water system for your home
Running out of hot water in the middle of a shower is not pleasant, particularly on a chilly morning! Many people would agree, that a reliable hot water system is an essential requirement in your home.
Cost: Whilst costing more at the beginning, an efficient hot water system may reduce the cost of your energy bills in the future
Household size and consumption pattern: 50 litres of hot water per day is typically used by one person. You also need to consider if e.g. you all shower at roughly the same time of the day.
Space available: Some existing homes may have been built with the hot water system taking up as little room as possible, therefore, a hot water unit may not fit in the space in which case, a new location may need to be considered.
Existing system upgrade: An example of this could be a current electric hot water system could be turned into a split system with a solar hot water unit or heat pump unit.
Available energy sources: Not all areas have natural gas available and if you are considering a solar hot water system, ideally your roof needs to be north facing and have adequate room.
Hot water safety
Of course safety is important when it comes to hot water, especially around children.
To prevent the growth of bacteria such as Legionella (which can be harmful to humans), hot water storage systems must be a minimum temperature of 60°C. The problem with this temperature is that water at 60°C can cause a burn to the skin in less than 5 seconds.
To reduce the chance of burns, by law, all new hot water systems, in residential properties, require a tempering valve to be fitted ensuring that water straight from the tap only reaches 50°C.
Time it takes for skin to receive a major burn or scald from hot water
Water temperature
Major burn or scald
49°C
5 minutes
54°C
30 seconds
60°C
less than 5 seconds
63°C
less than 3 seconds
68°C
1 second
New hot water system options
It is essential to have your hot water system installed by a licenced plumber. This will ensure that it is installed to the manufacturer’s installation guidelines which will protect the system's warranty.
Howzat Plumbing are licensed plumbers and can provide advice as to which hot water system would best suit your home and your requirements.
Is your current hot water system not coping with your household demand? We can help you select the right system for your needs.
Need a Brisbane plumber to install a new hot water system?
Whether it is for a brand new house, a renovation or you would just like a hot water system installed, our Howzat Plumbing team have experience installing electric, gas, heat pump and solar systems to residential properties throughout Brisbane. We regularly install:
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electric hot water systems
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gas hot water systems
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heat pump hot water systems
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solar hot water systems
Brands we supply and install include Rheem, Dux, Rinnai, Everhot, Thermann, Solahart and Vulcan.
Need a local plumber to repair & service a hot water system?
Sometimes hot water systems stop working properly (e.g. the water keeps going cold or the pipes are making noises). This can lead to increase costs to you and inconsistent water temperatures that can either be a nuisance or dangerous hazard to you and your family.
Our professional and friendly Brisbane plumbing team can service or sort out any problem you may have with your solar, gas, electric or heat pump hot water system, whether at your home or a residential investment property. We can carry out:
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electric hot water system repairs and service
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gas hot water system repairs and service
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heat pump hot water system repairs and service
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solar hot water system repairs and service
Through our experience, our plumbers are familiar with each make and model and know they work – if we determine that a repair to your hot water system is not cost effective, we can help you select a new option that will suit your needs and budget.
Howzat Plumbing are reliable local plumbers who will do their best to repair and / or service your hot water system as soon as possible. Please don't hesitate to contact us to arrange a convenient day and time.
Based in Chermside, we are a
Brisbane northside plumber
providing hot water plumbing services throughout Brisbane
Howzat Plumbing is based in Chermside, however we service, repair and install new hot water systems to homes throughout the Brisbane northside and southside, the Moreton Bay and Samford Valley regions, along with Brisbane's East, Bayside, Western suburbs, CBD and inner-city.
