Getting Your Hot Water System Up and Running – The Right Way
At General Home Services, we don’t just install your hot water system—we make sure it’s set up properly, safe to use, and running at peak performance. A new water heater is an investment, and we believe in getting it right the first time so you don’t have to worry about issues down the line.
Here’s how our Melbourne plumberscommission your new hot water system, ensuring it works smoothly from day one:
Step 1: Free Consultation & System Selection
We assess your hot water needs, household size, and energy preferences to recommend the best system for your home.
Step 2: Removal of Old System
Our team safely removes your existing hot water system, disposing of it in an eco-friendly manner.
Some jobs need a bit more groundwork before installation. Instead of making you juggle multiple trades, we coordinate everything for you. If required, we’ll:
✔ Book a licensed asbestos removalist for old systems that contain asbestos.
✔ Arrange a licensed electrician through General Home Services for any electrical work needed.
✔ Organise concrete cutting and hole core boring for proper unit placement.
✔ Hire rubbish bins to keep the site clean.
✔ Arrange wall and floor tilers, plasterers, carpenters, and painters if modifications are needed.
✔ Contact Dial Before You Dig to check for underground utilities before any digging.
✔ Use CCTV Pipe and Drain inspections if needed to check connecting plumbing infrastructure.
Step 3: Expert Installation
We install your new system, ensuring proper plumbing, gas, and electrical connections for optimal performance.
Step 4: Testing & Quality Check
Before we sign off on an installation, we test your new hot water system and go through a detailed checklist to make sure everything is in top shape:
✔ Checking the gas supply pressure at the inlet of the hot water system for proper flow.
✔ Adjusting aeration and burner pressures to ensure efficient heating.
✔ Testing the system to confirm it’s delivering steady, reliable hot water.
✔ Setting the correct temperature, especially if a tempering valve is fitted for safety.
✔ Walking you through how to use your new hot water system, so you know exactly how to get the best out of it.
If we encounter issues—like low burner pressure—we don’t just leave you with a problem. We’ll advise on solutions and, if needed, liaise with the gas company to upgrade your meter for better performance.
Step 5: Compliance Certificate and Clean Up
Once your hot water system is installed, we don’t just pack up and leave. We take care of:
✔ Supplying a Certificate of Compliance, proving the installation meets all safety standards.
✔ Removing your old hot water unit and any rubbish from the site—everything that can be recycled gets recycled.
Step 6: Customer Guidance & Warranty
We provide a full demonstration on how to use and maintain your system, plus a lifetime workmanship guarantee for peace of mind.
When we’re done, you’ll have a fully functional, professionally installed hot water system, ready to go. At General Home Services, we do things properly—so you get reliable hot water without the headaches.
Need a new hot water system installed? Call 1300 584 014 today!
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