Hot Water Services Ballarat
Ballarat Hot Water SystemsHot water is one of the underrated modern conveniences that people very quickly start appreciating, once it’s gone. Having cold showers because there is no better option is not fun. But just like with any system, hot water systems age over time and suffer some wear and tear. The average lifespan for a hot water unit is about ten years give or take. When your hot water unit fails, you actually have quite a few options to investigate. The first question that needs an answer is - is the unit repairable? If it’s repairable, our hot water specialist can probably fix it on the same day of the inspection.
If it’s a hot water unit replacement job, there are many different types of hot water units to choose from and our experienced Ballarat hot water plumber can advise you on all these options. Our expertise and knowledge of all the brands on the market will help you make an educated choice that is most economical for you going forward. Once the choice has been made, our team will finish the installation process and make sure that your quality hot water system is working in the most efficient manner. We are a local full service plumbing agency, with a hot water specialist always available, offering hot water repairs Ballarat as well as hot water installations Ballarat. |
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Different Types of Hot Water Systems
As mentioned above, there are multiple different types of hot water systems available, with different pros and cons to all of them.
Electric hot water system - Running on electricity, the electric hot water system resembles a gigantic kettle. The unit has a water tank, with heating elements at the bottom that will keep the tank heated to a specific temperature.
There are two main types of electric hot water systems; storage or continuous flow. Continuous flow systems do not keep a heated water supply, but instead, it heats the water as it’s being used. Storage systems however, heat up a tank full of water and then keep it heated for use. Electric water heating systems are the most economical to purchase and install, however the ongoing costs tend to be more expensive compared to some other types of water heating systems. Some systems have an option for off peak heating, which means that the water is heated at night-time, when electricity is cheaper. This is highly advisable when opting to go with an electric water heater, however, something to keep in mind is the tank size, as larger families tend to use up all the hot water by the end of the day. If you are facing this dilemma, get in touch with the Plumbers Ballarat friendly team, we are absolute pros when it comes to hot water units and their installation.
Gas hot water system - Unarguably the most popular choice in Australia, Gas hot water systems have earned the reputation of being reliable, economical and even more eco friendly than some other types of units.
Gas is widely available and quite cheap in Australia. Even though gas hot water systems are more costly to install compared to electrical ones, the lower bills will soon make up for it. Gas price is also the same all the time, so the whole off-peak heating thing does not apply here, you can have as much hot water as you’d like, any time throughout the day without the fear of ever running out. The tank also heats up very quickly, so if you do sometimes use it all up, the system will heap up a new batch in no time. Because gas hot water systems can heat up water so quickly, the tanks can be smaller, meaning it won’t take as much space in your home, making it a much more agile solution for homes with big families and not much extra space. Gas units are also more eco-friendly as they use less greenhouse gas emissions than electric water heating systems do. If you are in the process of choosing your next hot water system, get in touch with our professional local plumbing team, as we are more than happy to share our expertise and professional advice. We can also complete the installation for a very competitive price.
Solar hot water system - We are glad to see the popularity of solar hot water systems increase drastically over the last decade. As the world is making a move towards a greener and cleaner lifestyle, more and more solar powered homes pop up everywhere. We aim to make Ballarat as environmentally friendly a city as possible and strongly encourage to make a move towards a solar hot water system if possible. Solar has become much more affordable in the recent past, but the initial investment can still be a challenging amount of money. However, the Victorian Government is helping people make the move towards solar, by offering solar hot water rebates. This has helped a lot of households install solar panels and a solar hot water unit. Ask us for more information if this is something you would be interested in. Solar hot water systems make you independent of the grid and bring complete self sustainability in terms of always having your hot water supply. If incorporation of a full solar system is not an option for your household, there are other, less invasive improvements you can make, by using solar as a sort of a booster for your normal water heating system, whether electric or gas.
Commercial hot water system - Commercial hot water usage differs quite a lot from a residential household. A busy restaurant goes through 100 times the hot water than a single house uses. The taps are constantly on, all day long. Even places like hotels, hospitals, schools and shopping centres require a much more powerful hot water system to enable enough supply throughout the day. Plumbers Ballarat has extensive experience when it comes to commercial hot water systems. We can advise the best solution depending on the building type and industry. Our experienced team is fully qualified to complete the installation job from start to finish.
As you can see, there really are a lot of options! Get in touch with our hot water plumbing experts and we are happy to evaluate your situation and advise the best solution for your household and budget.
Electric hot water system - Running on electricity, the electric hot water system resembles a gigantic kettle. The unit has a water tank, with heating elements at the bottom that will keep the tank heated to a specific temperature.
There are two main types of electric hot water systems; storage or continuous flow. Continuous flow systems do not keep a heated water supply, but instead, it heats the water as it’s being used. Storage systems however, heat up a tank full of water and then keep it heated for use. Electric water heating systems are the most economical to purchase and install, however the ongoing costs tend to be more expensive compared to some other types of water heating systems. Some systems have an option for off peak heating, which means that the water is heated at night-time, when electricity is cheaper. This is highly advisable when opting to go with an electric water heater, however, something to keep in mind is the tank size, as larger families tend to use up all the hot water by the end of the day. If you are facing this dilemma, get in touch with the Plumbers Ballarat friendly team, we are absolute pros when it comes to hot water units and their installation.
Gas hot water system - Unarguably the most popular choice in Australia, Gas hot water systems have earned the reputation of being reliable, economical and even more eco friendly than some other types of units.
Gas is widely available and quite cheap in Australia. Even though gas hot water systems are more costly to install compared to electrical ones, the lower bills will soon make up for it. Gas price is also the same all the time, so the whole off-peak heating thing does not apply here, you can have as much hot water as you’d like, any time throughout the day without the fear of ever running out. The tank also heats up very quickly, so if you do sometimes use it all up, the system will heap up a new batch in no time. Because gas hot water systems can heat up water so quickly, the tanks can be smaller, meaning it won’t take as much space in your home, making it a much more agile solution for homes with big families and not much extra space. Gas units are also more eco-friendly as they use less greenhouse gas emissions than electric water heating systems do. If you are in the process of choosing your next hot water system, get in touch with our professional local plumbing team, as we are more than happy to share our expertise and professional advice. We can also complete the installation for a very competitive price.
Solar hot water system - We are glad to see the popularity of solar hot water systems increase drastically over the last decade. As the world is making a move towards a greener and cleaner lifestyle, more and more solar powered homes pop up everywhere. We aim to make Ballarat as environmentally friendly a city as possible and strongly encourage to make a move towards a solar hot water system if possible. Solar has become much more affordable in the recent past, but the initial investment can still be a challenging amount of money. However, the Victorian Government is helping people make the move towards solar, by offering solar hot water rebates. This has helped a lot of households install solar panels and a solar hot water unit. Ask us for more information if this is something you would be interested in. Solar hot water systems make you independent of the grid and bring complete self sustainability in terms of always having your hot water supply. If incorporation of a full solar system is not an option for your household, there are other, less invasive improvements you can make, by using solar as a sort of a booster for your normal water heating system, whether electric or gas.
Commercial hot water system - Commercial hot water usage differs quite a lot from a residential household. A busy restaurant goes through 100 times the hot water than a single house uses. The taps are constantly on, all day long. Even places like hotels, hospitals, schools and shopping centres require a much more powerful hot water system to enable enough supply throughout the day. Plumbers Ballarat has extensive experience when it comes to commercial hot water systems. We can advise the best solution depending on the building type and industry. Our experienced team is fully qualified to complete the installation job from start to finish.
As you can see, there really are a lot of options! Get in touch with our hot water plumbing experts and we are happy to evaluate your situation and advise the best solution for your household and budget.
Common Problems with Hot Water Systems
Sometimes hot water systems can break down, when that happens it is most likely one of the below elements that has failed:
Thermostat - A vital element to measure the water temperature to help the system maintain correct temperature. When the thermostat fails, the system does not know whether it is time to give more heat or not.
Burners - Burners are the source of heat for the gas water unit. Without them functioning, nothing will happen. They are located at the base of the unit, heating up the heat exchanger which the water pipes are wrapped around to heat up as they pass by.
Thermocouple - Is a vital element for safety. The thermocouple’s only job is to detect if the pilot light is on. If the pilot light were to go off for some reason, the thermocouple would detect that and send a signal to the system to turn off the gas supply, therefore, avoiding a dangerous gas leak.
Pressure Valve - The pressure valve releases extra pressure that builds up in the water heating process. If that pressure was not released, the tank could burst and flood your home.
Thermostat - A vital element to measure the water temperature to help the system maintain correct temperature. When the thermostat fails, the system does not know whether it is time to give more heat or not.
Burners - Burners are the source of heat for the gas water unit. Without them functioning, nothing will happen. They are located at the base of the unit, heating up the heat exchanger which the water pipes are wrapped around to heat up as they pass by.
Thermocouple - Is a vital element for safety. The thermocouple’s only job is to detect if the pilot light is on. If the pilot light were to go off for some reason, the thermocouple would detect that and send a signal to the system to turn off the gas supply, therefore, avoiding a dangerous gas leak.
Pressure Valve - The pressure valve releases extra pressure that builds up in the water heating process. If that pressure was not released, the tank could burst and flood your home.
Hot Water Installation BallaratWe are your local hot water system specialists in Ballarat, when it comes to choosing the new hot weather system for your home or business. Our qualified team of fully licenced professionals specializes in hot water system installations. With a wide range of experience under our belts, Plumbers Ballarat can assure you your hot water solution is in good hands. We offer competitive fixed pricing with quick turnaround times for high quality work!
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Hot Water Repairs BallaratSometimes it’s a matter of replacing a part or fixing up a connection. Our team has fixed so many hot water units we have lost count years ago. Having this much experience however, means that we are able to diagnose and fix the issue quickly. Almost any unit can be fixed to a point, but we can analyse the situation and let you know whether it is more beneficial for you to fix or be replaced.
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Hot Water Service BallaratHot water units should be serviced after every five years, and a bit more often if the unit is already getting old. Servicing your unit is cheap compared to a repair or a replacement job and it can avoid failure in the future. To extend the life of your hot water unit, get in touch with our team for a hot water unit servicing.
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