Hot Water Maintenance


Extending the Life of your Hot Water System

Every Enamel (glass) lined mains pressure hot water tank is fitted with either one or two Sacrificial Anodes, which protect the tank from corrosion.

Unfortunately sacrificial anodes do not last much longer than the standard warranty period of the tank, which is 5 years.

We recommend that they are checked and replaced every 3-4 years to ensure the maximum life of your tank. In addition we recommend that your tank should be

drained and flushed every 5 years.

The Anode installed in your Hot Water Heater will slowly dissipate whilst protecting the cylinder.

Seven Very Good Reasons Why You Should Replace Your Anode and TPR Valve Every 3-5 Years.
  1. Omega Plumbing Solutions installs hot water systems and repairs hot water systems in SydneyYour hot water tank will last years longer.
  2. You will save money $$ by making the tank last up to 3 times longer (this will depend on water quality and regular servicing of your unit).
  3. You will save on the inconvenience and the hassle of frequent hot water replacements.
  4. You will save $$ on electricity or gas when your tank is operating correctly.
  5. You will be helping the environment, (less tank replacements, less disposal at our ever diminishing rubbish dumps).
  6. You will not be wasting valuable resources (electricity, gas & water).
  7. Your hot water will be much cleaner for showers, dish washing and the laundry.
Why call Omega?

You will get unbeatable guarantees!

There is no other Plumbing & Hot Water Company that can give you a life time installation guarantee on new tanks plus a 3 year guarantee on labour and all

working parts.

We even guarantee that if your tank leaks from corrosion within 3 years of fitting a new anode you will get a full refund plus we will fit your new tank

labour free. (Only available on Omega Plumbing Premier hot water tank installations).

You Will Get Unbeatable Service

If you call Omega Plumbing between 7am and 9am any day of the week we will guarantee to have your hot water problem fixed within 24hrs, we also guarantee

that if any competitor can better our price with an identical service we will pay you $50 cash (excluding weekends and all public holidays).

Thermostat/over Temperature Cut Out Device

Omega Plumbing Solutions, your Sydney plumber, can check your hot water system to make sure the thermostat and cut out device is workingThis is another very

important device, as it controls the temperature (60 – 70C) and will also cut off the electricity supply to the element through its over-temperature cut out, if it senses a very high (90c) temperature.

The thermostat labours hard, switching on and off thousands of times over a few years, and needs to be checked for performance at least every 5 years.

Imagine the scenario. The Thermostat has failed, your tank is reaching boiling point, and the Temperature Relief Valve is not functioning! Please get it checked.

GAS Hot Water units also have a THERMOSTAT, but it's a bit more high tech than its electrical cousin. Mainly because it's controlling the temperature, as well as the gas flow, and will also shut itself down if there is an over temperature or gas flow problem; this device also works extremely hard over the years.