Old tank under your East Brisbane Queenslander finally given up? We handle hot water repairs in East Brisbane on the same day, and install a replacement the same day when it’s needed.
Local and trusted, with upfront prices and no surprises. Electric, gas, heat pump, solar and continuous-flow systems.
Lewis and the team repair and replace hot water systems in East Brisbane on the same day, under high-set Queenslanders, in units off Stanley Street and in homes near Mowbray Park. Find every system type on our hot water services page.
Electric Storage
Electric tanks under houses and in units, including Rheem, with failed elements, thermostats or valves.
Gas & Continuous Flow
Gas storage and continuous-flow units such as Rinnai that won’t light or keep temperature. Our licensed gas fitters handle the gas side.
Heat Pump
Heat pumps repaired and installed, including as an upgrade from an old electric tank.
Solar
Solar hot water on Queenslander and house roofs, from collectors to booster.
A wall-mounted Rinnai Infinity continuous-flow gas system, which heats water on demand instead of storing it in a tank
Signs Your Hot Water System Needs Repair
Signs your system needs attention:
Lukewarm water from the hot tap
Hot water that runs out early
Rust stains or water under the house near the tank
A relief valve dripping constantly
A gas unit that keeps going out
Discoloured water
Popping or knocking noises
A tank under a high-set house is easy to forget until it fails. If it’s showing rust or weeping at the base, it’s worth testing before it lets go.
We test the system and price every sensible option upfront.
Repair when
A single component has failed
The tank is sound
Replace or upgrade when
The tank is rusted or leaking
You want lower running costs from a heat pump or solar
Same-Day Hot Water Replacement in East Brisbane
If the old system is beyond repair, we install the new one on the same day.
Under a Queenslander there may be room to choose between a like-for-like tank, a heat pump or solar. We explain the trade-offs and price each one.
Old system removed, where included in your quote
New system installed and tested
All valves, including the tempering valve, included in the replacement price
Gas compliance paperwork for gas installs
Upfront pricing
Interest-free finance is available on hot water system replacements. Eligible heat pump and solar water heaters may also earn small-scale technology certificates (STCs) under the Australian Government’s Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme.
A storage tank on a concrete pad with clear access around it
East Brisbane Homes and Hot Water
Original Queenslanders. East Brisbane has many original Queenslander houses, separate houses made up about 44% of dwellings in 2021, and around 22% of homes had four or more bedrooms. In a high-set house, the tank may sit underneath, which can make access straightforward.
Next to Norman Creek. In January 2011 Norman Creek flooded Heath Park, the Churchie sports fields and houses beside Kingfisher Creek. If floodwater ever reaches your hot water system, switch it off and have it checked before using it again.
Units and renters. About half of dwellings were flats or apartments and 56% of homes were rented in 2021. Property managers get our findings and an upfront price to approve, and we work around the tenant for access.
How We Work in East Brisbane
1. Inspect
We test the system and look at where it sits.
2. Options
You get upfront prices for repair, replacement or an upgrade.
3. Finish
We complete the work, test the temperature and clean up.
No Hot Water? While You Wait
Turn off the cold valve to a leaking tank if it’s safe to get to.
If water has reached the system or its power, keep clear and leave it switched off.
For a gas smell, turn the gas off if safe, open up the house and leave.
Lewis was quick, professional and fairly priced. Installed a new water heater with a clean and tidy finish. Highly recommend Brisbane City Plumbing and Gas
Lewis Burrows1 month ago
Lewis helped us out with a blocked drain in Bardon. Very helpful very responsive. Can’t think the boys at Brisbane City plumbing and gas enough.
Daniel Ehmer1 month ago
Lois and his team come help me with a blocked drain at Ascot. The boys are really helpful and Resolve the problem straight away can’t think the guys enough!
Catherine Fien1 month ago
Lewis install my diswasher and did a fantastic job!
