Electric Hot Water Systems

Get the best electric hot water system for your home at The Plumbing & Electrical Doctor. We offer quality, reliable products from leading brands and a selection of sizes to suit your needs. Enjoy the fast installation and ongoing support from our expert team.

What Is An Electric Hot Water System?

There are two types of electric hot water systems. They are either storage electric hot water, which uses a storage tank, or instantaneous electric water heater systems, which use a continuous flow of hot water rather than instant hot water. Both are used to heat the water that is supplied to your home or business for showers, laundry, taps etc.

Pros And Cons Of Purchasing An Electric Water Heater

Electric hot water systems are one of the most commonly used hot water heaters all over Australia. It is true that you can save water if you install an instantaneous electric hot water system because you only use the water that you need at your demand. This, however, does not hold true for storage electric hot water where you have to store hot water in a tank and risk heat loss while it’s on standby. We have looked at the positive side and the negative side of choosing to install an electric water heater in your household or property:

Cost

Electric water heaters have the lowest upfront costs compared to gas, heat pump, and solar water heaters. Alternatively, electric storage water heaters have the highest operating costs because electricity is required to ensure hot water on demand.

Reliability

Electric hot water is only reliable if they are connected to electricity. The capacity of an electric water heater determines how much water it can hold. For example, a continuous-flow electric water heater can be inconvenient when you are in a hurry and need to wait for the water to heat up.

Environmental Impact

You also avoid the combusting issues and safety risks associated with gas heating when you use electric hot water. Due to the longer amount of time it takes an electric water heater to heat water, you end up paying more for electricity. Emissions of greenhouse gases are also increased.

Why Is My Electric Hot Water Not Working?

Your electric hot water heater may be on the way out. You’re not sure what is wrong with it but one thing is for sure you have no hot water. When it comes to electric hot water systems and their faults, we have three solutions:

Electric Hot Water Repair

A hot water specialist thoroughly inspects all components of your system to pinpoint any issues. This includes assessing the thermostat for accurate temperature control, testing heating elements to ensure they’re generating enough heat, and examining valves, fittings, and the electrical supply for any faults.

If any of these components are damaged, faulty, or worn out, The Plumbing and Electrical Doctor’s team will promptly repair or replace them, restoring your hot water system to full functionality. Their expertise ensures a precise and efficient solution, so you can enjoy reliable hot water without delay.

Electric Water Heater Replacement

Customers often ask if we can repair electric hot water tanks. While some tradies attempt to weld a leaking tank by peeling off the outer layer, this is only a temporary fix that damages insulation, compromising the tank over time. Replacing the old water heater tank is a more reliable, cost-effective solution, especially when the leak originates from anywhere other than the element gasket.

It’s also essential to understand your tank’s warranty. Most water heaters made after 2016 come with warranties of 10–12 years, depending on the brand. If your hot water system is leaking, check your warranty details and contact the manufacturer to address any warranty obligations.

Electric Water Heater Service

According to most hot water manufacturers, your hot water heater should be serviced every 5 years.

This electric hot water maintenance service includes:

Examining the thermostat and heating elements
Testing the temperature relief valve and replacing it if over 5 years old
Inspecting the pressure limiting valve
Checking the installation and other safety features of the equipment.

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