When to Get Emergency Hot Water Service Sydney - Network Plumbing

The dreaded call out 'who took the hot water?' When you're facing an emergency hot water repairs situation the last thing you have is time. Our hot water systems are the warmth of the home, providing quality of life day in, day out. But when our hot water heaters fail us... it's an emergency! For emergency repairs or if a new hot water system is required, Network plumbing are fully licensed, local, and ready to save the day. Your hot water will be back on ASAP, that's our goal.

Whether you have a gas, electric, solar or a heat pump system, our professional, Sydney plumbers aren't hours away but on call to service all your emergency plumber near Sydney. From a simple repair to a hot water tank replacement system. Our team of Sydney plumbers near you are licensed technicians equipped with years of experience to address your plumbing issues.

Yet, what do you do in between recognising there is an emergency hot water issue and calling Network Plumbing? Our customers often ask for a simple guide on how to minimise damage and stay safe while our hot water plumbing specialists make their way to get the job done. We've created a simple list to help guide you whether it's a new hot water system issue or hot water repairs that is needed, we've got you covered.

Sydney's Emergency Hot Water System Procedures

Straight from our hot water specialist, here are their easy to follow steps to ensure your hot water emergency is handled the best way before our reliable nearby plumbers arrives.

• Locate your hot water system - Yes, this might seem simple. Knowing where your hot water heater is, is crucial. Some customers aren't familiar with the property, some hot water systems are located upstairs, downstairs, internal or external.
• Determine what type of hot water heater system you have - Knowing, if your hot water service is an electric hot water system or a solar hot water heater  will guide you on how to handle the situation. There are four main types of hot water systems, electric, gas, solar and heat pumps.
• Is the Hot Water Leaking? - If your hot water system is leaking water it's time to take action to locate the control valve. The control valve is usually located at the base of the storage tank when dealing with electric hot water heaters that store water. If you have a continuous flow hot water system, the control valve is usually found underneath the heater.  If the valve is faulty and water is still flowing you might be best to locate the water meter and turn off your supply system.
• GAS hot water - If you have a gas hot water system installed on the residence, it may be wise, if it is possible, to turn off your gas supply until our specialist plumber arrives to assess the job and repair.

Please note - you may need to turn off the circuit breaker as some electric hot water heaters operate on a basis that if the temperature of the hot water storage tank falls below a certain point, the heating element will turn on, which may create unforeseen risks when dealing with hot water repairs.

Local Plumbing Technicians Near Sydney, On call for Emergency Hot Water Repairs

Now that the above steps have been taken, it's time to depend on a licensed plumber to assess your emergency and conduct any necessary hot water system repair near Sydney. They'll also advise if a replacement of your hot water service is needed.
Hot Water systems are complex and can potentially be dangerous. From the outside it may look like a simple hot water repair however, whether it be a small hot water leak at the base of the hot water system or a large gush of water, a  hot water heater is never something you should try and repair yourself. The amount of pressure that can be stored in a hot water tank should be taken seriously.

Hot water systems are usually filled with a large amount of water and in most cases the water is boiling hot and may also be connected to your electrical mains. Safety is key when dealing with an emergency hot water repair. Follow our technicians steps if you feel comfortable to do so but know, our professional plumbers are highly trained to handle all brands of hot water services, replacement or simply to give you peace of mind from Rinnai to Rheem to Bosch.

Emergency Hot Water Services Near Sydney

Once you have experience an emergency hot water job, it's usually not something you'd like to repeat. While our Sydney plumbers are happy to offer help when needed in dealing with a hot water repair, it's beneficial to consider a maintenance service for your chosen hot water heater to off set the unknown hours and money an emergency situation might incur. An efficient and reliable hot water system maintenance can save you hours of wasted downtime, you're more likely to save money in the long run.

Being proactive with your service will reduce the chance of water leaking from your water heater, a pilot light that's out, a leaking valve or any gas issue that might arise. A hot water system maintenance service will save money on the running cost of the tank or system, allowing efficiency to be king. What people don’t realise is over time, just like your other appliances and equipment, your hot water system experiences wear and tear and requires maintenance and cleaning.

It is recommended by the manufacturers that there should be a regular service of all gas, electric and solar hot water systems to be carried out every few years, to not only ensure the correct operation and efficient use of the appliance but also to increase the longevity of the system.

Our licensed plumber will usually follow through with their check list when they call for a service to your hot water heater. These checks can vary between a continuous flow hot water system and a water heater that has a storage tank.

When servicing a hot water system with a storage tank here in Australia, there are 6 main aspects that will usually be assessed by our team.

1. Checking for any visible signs of water leaking.
2. Replacing the sacrificial anodes that are stored in your hot water tank if needs be.
3. Check the pressure of the water tank.
4. Check the temperature of the hot water.
5. Check the static flow and working flow of the water pressure.
6. Check the electrical element at the base of the system. 

The maintenance for a continuous flow hot water system is slightly different. Our plumber will usually perform the following checks at a service to ensure your unit is efficient and running to its best performance.

1. Check the fan function.
2. Inspect the heat exchange.
3. Test the gas pressure.
4. Assess the isolation valve is working properly.

All the hot water brands including Bosch, Rinnai, Rheem all come with a manufacture's warranty with any new installation of your chosen hot water system. If you happen to have your hot water system installation through Network plumbing, we are excellent at record keeping and will contact our customers just prior to an expiry of your manufacture's warranty. The manufacture's warranty is inclusive of the price, giving you peace of mind at no extra cost.

Contact our plumbing services near you in Sydney for expert advice on the best course of action. Schedule your hot water service today with Network Plumbing. Call now!

Our Professional and Australian Accredited plumbers are knowledgable on the leading manufacturers in Hot Water plumbing, Network Plumbing are fully licensed, efficient and qualified to carry out an installation, hot water repairs, quality servicing and reliable maintenance on all makes and models of hot water systems in Australia.