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Having hot water for showering, washing up, cooking or washing dishes is essential to guarantee comfort in your home. As hot water accounts for around 25% of the energy consumed by Perth households, having the proper hot water system installed is critical to control your expenses.
Hot water can be obtained thanks to a system that heats the water to distribute it through the domestic or commercial water circuit and make it reach the supply points.
The presence of several supply points means that a sufficient flow of hot water is needed to meet all the demand in the house, so the boiler or water heater needs a good capacity to achieve an adequate supply of hot water for the whole house.
How does a hot water system works?
There are two main systems used for domestic water heating: a gas boiler and an electric water heater. The first uses gas as the heat source and the second uses an electrical resistance that heats up and makes the water hot. Solar energy can also be used in WA to power up your heating system!
Perth hot water systems Types
Gas hot water
Gas water heaters are used to heat hot water for domestic use, using gas – either butane or natural gas. Installing a gas water heater will allow you to enjoy hot water generated almost instantly to cover the daily demand of a home for showering, bathing or cooking.
Advantages of gas hot water
- Economical: gas is more economical than electricity, you will achieve greater savings using it. They do have a higher upfront cost but are more efficient on the long run.
- Reliable: as they do not depend on a tank to heat the water as in the case of electric water heaters, the hot water never runs out during use. They also have a long service life. Digital versions can last from 15 to 30 years. Mechanical operating models have a service life of 8 to 10 years.
- It is not necessary to have a large space to install a gas water heater. Gas water heaters can be installed in houses or flats, even in the smallest ones, as the equipment will not take up much space. The devices are not large, have a modern design and their weight generally does not exceed 20 kg.
Electric hot water
Electric water heaters are hot water tanks for sanitary use. To operate, they only need to be connected to the domestic water supply and plugged to an electric socket. They are different from gas water heaters in that the water is not heated instantaneously as it passes through the appliance, so they cannot provide unlimited hot water.
Advantages of Electric hot water
- Constant temperature. Unlike gas heaters, in which the temperature will depend on the heat generated and the water flow.
- Simple installation. The only thing you need is an electrical outlet. They do not require a gas installation.
- Works with any flow rate. This avoids pressure problems, as well as has the advantage of not having to flush a large quantity of water to keep it hot.
- Safety. As there is no gas installation required, there are less risks involved.
Solar hot water
Solar energy is a very cost-effective and easy solution to get hot water for free in Western Australia. With a simple roof installation you should cover almost 100% of your household hot water consumption even in winter, saving energy and money.
Advantages of solar hot water
- Saves up to 95% energy for water production throughout the year. Saving energy means saving costs
- It is environmentally friendly – most practical way for citizens to contribute to a cleaner environment
- Less consumption of fossil fuels promotes energy independence and off-the-grid solution.
- Long lasting: about 20 to 25 years
- Easy to use: Everything works automatically and the user does not have to worry about anything.
Water systems we are experts with
Solar is the best option in WA if you can afford it. You should have free hot water with these
Gas systems offer the best return on investment on the short term as gas is cheaper than electricity
Electric systems have lower upfront costs but are more expensive to run on the long term
Also known as continuous flow or tankless systems, they are an alternative to storage tanks
Storage tanks
Storage tanks are used to store and heat the water they contain so you can use it later on
Type of Jobs our hot water system company Provide Perth With
We provide a wide range of services and solutions for our commercial clients! Contact one of our sales rep for a chat
We’ll send our team of authorised repairers for most of the major hot water system manufacturers and products
Repairs might not fix your hot water issues and sometimes a system replacement or upgrade is needed
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Common hot water systems issues
How to tell if my hot water system is broken?
Over its lifetime, which is estimated to be between 10 and 12 years, with some models being able to last up to 15 years, a water heater can have a number of faults. Some will not be very obvious, and it may be a while before you realise there is a problem.
Here are some of the signs that your water heater might be broken. It will help you know the right time to repair or replace your old water heater:
1. No Hot water?
If your system is electric you should check the pilot lights to see if the root of the problem is electrical and check if this is fixed by resetting it. Our specialists can come to your place in no time, to diagnose the issue and provide an efficient solution for all make and models available on the market!
2. Water Leaking?
Small leaks around the unit are often considered as acceptable as these systems tend to produce some condensation from the heat. Some models are also equipped with relief valves which are here to balance the pressure happening from reheating the water.
When there is a decent leak in the water heater, even if it is still working, it is clear that there is a problem that needs to be fixed as quickly as possible to avoid major problems.
3. Water not hot enough?
If the water in your water heater is not hot enough, the first thing to do is to check your installation. Start by checking the water temperature, ideally in the morning. It should be around 50°C.
Once the water temperature has been checked, it is necessary to ensure that the water heater is correctly installed in relation to the hot and cold water connections. Finally, the thermostat should be set to the maximum setting. Also check that the hot water outlet pipe is warm to the touch and that there are no leaks.
Before contacting a technician, it is a good idea to turn off the cold water supply and check that there is no cold water flowing back into the hot water circuit by checking each mixer tap. If the water is not hot enough, then a professional should be contacted.
4. Faulty Pilot light (gas systems only)?
5. Noisy system?
Another reason may be an incorrect dimensioning of the pipe cross-section. The use of pipes with smaller diameters than required alters the velocity and pressure that the water needs to circulate normally through the system.
- Dilation and contraction of the pipes: When hot water passes through the pipes, usually made of copper or iron, it causes this material to expand and contract. This usually occurs when there are temperature differences of 4 to 5 degrees. If there is not enough space around the pipe it rubs against the surrounding materials causing this noise.
- Air introduced into the system: Whether there are air inlets from the main boiler or the water system that have not been properly vented, this air can cause noises and the heating system to not heat properly.
- Decomposition processes: If there is organic matter and dirt inside the circuit (which is common), this can accumulate and decompose over time. This decomposition generates gases that are responsible for the noise in the heating pipes.
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Rivervale,
Western Australia – 6103
Australia.
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