Mr. Clog Plumbing
Moving a Hot Water System: Relocation Plumber Sydney
Want the hot water out of the laundry, off the side path, or out of the way of a renovation? We move gas and electric hot water systems and re-run the water, gas and drain lines to suit.
No surprise bills: $0 call-out and a fixed price before any work starts.
Our guarantee: 12 months on our workmanship, in writing. What it covers
About This Service
People move a hot water system for all sorts of reasons: a renovation needs the space, an indoor tank is going outside, a new unit won't fit where the old one was, or it's simply in the way. Moving it is more than unbolting it. The cold supply, the hot line into the house and the relief valve drain all have to be extended or re-run to the new spot, and for a gas system so does the gas line. Gas units also have rules about how close the flue can be to windows, doors and other openings, which limits where they can go. For an electric system, the power to it has to be moved by a licensed electrician. We look at the old spot and the new one, tell you what's involved and give you a fixed price before we start. If the unit is old, it can make more sense to replace it than move it, and we'll tell you honestly.
What’s Included
- Gas and electric hot water systems moved
- Cold, hot and relief drain lines re-run
- Gas lines extended by licensed gas fitters
- Flue clearances checked for gas units
- Indoor to outdoor moves
- Honest advice on moving vs replacing
- Fixed price quoted before we start
- 12 months on our workmanship
Fixed price quoted before we start. $0 call-out fee.
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Distance to the taps
The further the hot water system is from the bathroom and kitchen, the longer you wait for hot water at the tap, and the more water runs cold first. A move that shortens the run helps; one that lengthens it is worth thinking about.
Flue clearances for gas units
Gas hot water systems need clearance between the flue and windows, doors, vents and some boundaries. The manufacturer's instructions and the gas rules set the distances, so not every wall works.
A solid base and room to service it
Storage tanks are heavy when full and need a solid, level base. Every unit needs room around it so it can be serviced and, one day, replaced.
Somewhere for the relief valve to drain
The relief valve drain has to discharge somewhere it's safe and visible, and an indoor unit usually needs a safe tray under it.
Power for electric units
Electric storage and electric continuous flow systems need their circuit run to the new spot by a licensed electrician.
Move It or Replace It?
When the unit is old
Moving an old tank means paying for the labour on a unit that may not have long left. If it's showing its age, replacing it in the new spot is often the better use of the money.
Changing type at the same time
Swapping a storage tank for a continuous flow unit, or gas for electric, changes the gas, power and space needed. A relocation is a good time to make that change, because the lines are being re-run anyway.
Brands we install
We install and service Rinnai, Rheem, Dux, Thermann, Vulcan, Bosch, Stiebel Eltron and AquaMAX hot water systems.
How It Works
Our Process
Look at both spots
Where it is now, where you want it, and what runs between them.
Fixed price
We quote the move, and tell you if replacing makes more sense.
Move and re-run
Unit moved, water, gas and drain lines extended or re-run.
Commission
Filled, air purged, gas tested, and checked for leaks.
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Common Questions
FAQs
Can you move my hot water system outside?
Usually, yes. We re-run the water, gas and drain lines to the new spot. For a gas unit, the new spot has to meet the flue clearances; for an electric unit, an electrician moves the power.
Can a gas hot water system go anywhere?
No. The flue needs clearance from windows, doors, vents and some boundaries, as set by the manufacturer's instructions and the gas rules. We check the spot before we quote.
Will moving it change how long hot water takes to arrive?
It can. A longer pipe run to the bathroom or kitchen means a longer wait. Moving it closer can make it quicker.
Do I need an electrician as well?
For an electric hot water system, yes, to move the circuit. For a gas storage unit, usually not. Some gas continuous flow units need a power point nearby.
Should I replace my hot water system instead of moving it?
If it's old, often yes. We'll tell you honestly which makes more sense for your unit.
How much does it cost to move a hot water system?
It depends on the distance and what has to be re-run. We give you a fixed price before we start, with a $0 call-out fee.
What Sydney Customers Say
We recently used Mr Clog Plumbing for our granny flat in Guildford and couldn't be happier with the service. Everything was handled professionally from start to finish, with great communication and workmanship…
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