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Hot water repair and replacement quotes in Hobart
No hot water, a leaking cylinder, or time for a new system? Get a quote from a licensed Hobart plumber for a repair or a new electric, gas or heat pump unit.
- Free to use, with no obligation to book
- Licensed Tasmanian plumbers only
Quick checks
- Electric system: check the hot water switch or circuit breaker at the switchboard has not tripped.
- Tank leaking? Turn off the cold water tap on the pipe going into the cylinder, and turn the power off.
- A little water from the relief valve drain while the tank heats is normal. A steady stream is not.
- Gas system: check your other gas appliances work. An empty LPG bottle is a common cause.
Jobs this covers
- No hot water, or water that is only lukewarm
- Leaking cylinders and valves
- Element and thermostat replacement
- Relief valve and tempering valve replacement
- Like-for-like cylinder replacement
- Upgrading to a heat pump system
- Gas continuous-flow units
- Solar hot water repairs
Heat pumps in a Hobart winter
Cold inlet water and frosty mornings affect how a heat pump performs. Ask the plumber which models are rated for cold climates, and where the outdoor unit can sit with good airflow.
What changes the price
We do not publish prices, because every job is different. These are the things that move a quote up or down:
- Repair versus full replacement
- The type and size of system
- Where it sits: an indoor cupboard is harder than an outside wall
- Valve or pipework upgrades needed to meet current rules
- Removing and disposing of the old unit
- Electrical work, if you are changing to a heat pump
What to tell the plumber
- Brand, size in litres and rough age. It is all on the label
- Electric, gas, heat pump or solar
- Where the unit is
- What it is doing: no hot water, leaking, noisy, running out fast
- How many people live in the house
Questions people ask
Should I repair or replace it?
Elements, thermostats and valves can be replaced. If the tank itself is leaking, it needs a new unit. Many cylinders last ten years or more, so age matters too.
Is a heat pump worth it in Tasmania?
A heat pump uses much less electricity than a standard electric cylinder but costs more up front and needs outdoor space. Ask for a running-cost comparison and whether any rebates or loans apply right now.
How long does a replacement take?
A like-for-like swap is often done in a few hours. Changing the type of system or moving it takes longer.