Gas hot water systems in Chelsea
No hot water is the kind of problem that can't wait. KM Gas Services supplies, installs, services and repairs gas hot water systems across Chelsea and South-East Melbourne, from a same-day changeover of a failed tank to a planned upgrade to continuous flow.
Continuous flow or storage? Continuous flow (instantaneous) units heat water on demand, never run out and take up less space, and they suit most families. Storage tanks heat a set volume and are often the simpler like-for-like swap when an existing tank fails. We'll look at your gas supply, how many bathrooms you have and where the unit sits, then recommend the right size and brand for your home and budget, not the dearest one on the shelf.
Every install is done by a licensed gasfitter to Australian standards: the old unit is disconnected and removed, the new one is fitted, commissioned and tested, and a compliance certificate is issued where the work requires one.
Repairs and servicing too. Pilot light keeps going out, water not hot enough, a tank that's weeping, or error codes on a continuous flow unit: we'll diagnose it and give you an honest call on whether a repair or a replacement makes more sense.
What's included
- Supply and install of new continuous flow and storage systems
- Like-for-like replacement of failed units
- Repairs: pilot lights, thermocouples, valves, leaks and error codes
- Servicing, temperature and pressure checks
- Relocating a unit or switching from storage to continuous flow
- Removal and disposal of the old system
Common questions
How long does a hot water replacement take?
A straightforward like-for-like changeover usually takes two to four hours. Moving the unit, changing from storage to continuous flow or upgrading the gas line adds time, and we'll tell you that up front.
Continuous flow or storage: which should I choose?
Continuous flow suits most households. It never runs out, it only burns gas while a tap is running, and it frees up space. A storage tank can be the cheaper swap if your current tank has failed and the existing plumbing and flue already suit it. We'll talk you through both on the phone.
Can you replace it the same day?
Often, yes. Call early in the day and if the right unit is available we'll aim to have your hot water back the same day. If not, we'll lock in the earliest time that works.
Is gas still the right choice for hot water in Victoria?
The rules around gas in Victorian homes are changing, and for some homes a heat pump will be the better long-term option. We'll give you a straight answer for your situation rather than just sell you a gas unit.