Failing hot water systems usually show these common faults:

• No hot water available

• Inconsistent water temperatures

• Water too hot or too cold

• Rust-coloured hot water

• Strange noises coming from the water heater

• Leaks around the tank, pipes and fittings

• Corrosion on the system

• Error messages displayed on the screen

Keep an eye out for any of the problems listed above. These are the first signs that your hot water system is failing. If you act quickly, it’s usually possible to repair the unit and avoid the need for a replacement.

You should buy a hot water system based on the size of your family, how you use hot water, and your budget. Ask yourself the following questions:

• How large is my family?

• How many bathrooms are in my home?

• How much hot water do I currently use?

• What is the climate like in my area?

• Do I want a tank-type or instantaneous water heater?

• How many appliances will use hot water at the same time?

These questions will tell us which system is right for your home. Electric tank-type water heaters are the most common choice because they offer good performance for the price. Instantaneous water heaters cost more upfront, but they’re energy-efficient and cheap to run, making them a popular option.

Choosing the wrong water heater may mean that you don’t have enough hot water for the whole family. It can also shorten the lifespan of the system and increase maintenance requirements.

With a hot water system installation from Liqwyd Solutions, our plumbers will assess your household and provide options that suit your family and budget. Give us a call if you’d like to book a quote for hot water installation Brisbane wide.

Hot water systems typically last between 8-20 years, depending on the type of system and whether it’s well-maintained. Here is the estimated lifespan for each type of water heater:

• Gas hot water systems last 8-12 years

• Electric hot water systems last 10-15 years

• Instantaneous gas hot water systems last 10-20 years

• Instantaneous electric hot water systems last 20+ years

Installing a new hot water system is an investment in the comfort of your family. Our licensed plumbers will work with you to select the best system for your budget. That ensures your water heater will last for years to come.

There is no simple answer to this question. Tank-type hot water systems are affordable and suitable for most households, but they have higher running costs. Instantaneous hot water systems have much lower running costs, but they cost more upfront.

The choice between storage and instantaneous hot water systems generally depends on how you use your hot water. For instance, if you have a large family with multiple people who shower at the same time in the morning, an instantaneous water heater may not be able to keep up.

As part of our hot water system installation services in Brisbane, Liqwyd Solutions will assess your needs and recommend a solution based on your household, family and budget. We have access to water heaters from dozens of brands, so we can find the perfect system for your home.

For electric and gas tank-type water heaters, we recommend having a minor service every 6 months, and a major service every 5 years. For instantaneous water heaters, we recommend having the unit serviced once per year.

During a minor service, our plumbers will inspect the unit for signs of leaks, corrosion and damage. We’ll also release the pressure from the system to ensure it holds pressure and that the relief valve is working properly.

At major service appointments, we’ll perform a visual inspection, test the pressurisation, flush the tank and inspect or replace the anode rod. Having a major service every 5 years can add decades of life to your hot water system.