How much does it cost to replace a hot water cylider?

Needing to replace a hot water cylinder might make you shudder with despair but with Valet Plumbing this is a task made easy. Our team of highly skilled plumbers take care of everything for you. With over 20 years of experience, we understand hot water cylinder installations inside out. In some cases, repairs are viable. We can take a look and inform you of our professional opinion on whether to repair or replace.

How to know when you need your hot water cylinder replaced:

• Your hot water cylinder isn’t working

• It isn’t as efficient as it once was

• It constantly requires repairs

• Hot water availability is low

• You are renovating and think your hot water cylinder is due an upgrade

Some signs that your hot water cylinder is broken:

• You can hear hissing or banging sounds coming from the hot water cylinder

• You have a water leak

• You always run out of hot water

• Visible cracks on the cylinder

• The thermostat doesn’t seem to be working

Hot water cylinders commonly last up to 15-20 years. If it is younger than this, we might suggest repairing is better than replacing (depending on the issue). Anything older than this and it is usually time to replace it completely.

When it comes to costs, there are a number of variables to consider before we can give you a definitive quote. How many people live at your property? What size of cylinder do you require? Are you using electricity or gas? After discussing these with you, we will come up with some suggestions based on your budget to help you decide on the best solution for you.

By replacing your hot water cylinder you can return to the comfort of warm showers and be able to complete everyday tasks, such as washing, without the issues caused by a broken or failing system. Valet Plumbing are always on hand to help.

Contact us today and we will get back to you within 30 minutes.