Pilot-model ignition failure
Older pilot-ignition Highflow units in Hobart homes lose the pilot in cold, gusty weather. Newer electronic-ignition models removed the problem entirely.
Brand specialists
Bosch hot water — Hobart.
Compact gas continuous flow units and electric storage. We repair, replace and install the Bosch range across Hobart.
What we service
Every Bosch system.
- Gas continuous flow
- Electric storage
- Heat pump
About the brand
Bosch has supplied instantaneous gas water heaters worldwide for decades, with a strong presence in Australian continuous flow installations.
Warranty, in plain terms
Continuous flow heat exchangers typically carry longer cover than other components; licensed installation and correct gas sizing are required.
Parts we carry
Igniters, water valves, sensors and flue components for common Bosch units.
Typical lifespan
Bosch continuous flow units regularly run 15–20 years when serviced; the electric storage range follows the usual 8–12 year pattern.
Weighing up whether to fix or replace a Bosch unit? Read our repair or replace guide and the Hobart replacement cost guide. If you have no hot water right now, start with the no hot water troubleshooting guide or call for emergency hot water help.
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Common Bosch faults in Hobart homes
Scale on the heat exchanger
Shows as reduced output and fluctuating temperature. Southern Tasmanian water is soft, so this is less common here than on the mainland — but not unheard of on 20-year-old units.
Water valve and sensor faults
Unit runs hot then cold, or won't modulate. Usually a stocked sensor or valve rather than a heat exchanger issue.
Flue termination non-compliance
We regularly find older Bosch units with flue terminations too close to a window or under an added deck — corrected at service or replacement.
When replacing beats repairing
A cracked or leaking Bosch heat exchanger out of warranty is the replacement trigger. Ignition, sensor and valve faults are worth repairing on almost any age unit.
Our repair or replace guide sets out the full decision, and the Hobart replacement cost guide explains what changes the price. Symptoms are covered in common hot water problems and the hot water FAQ.
Bosch work, done by specialists.
Licensed, insured plumbers servicing, replacing and installing Bosch systems — with the fault, the options and the price explained before anything is agreed.
Licensed & insured
Hot water work is carried out by licensed, insured plumbers — with the paperwork you need for warranty claims.
Hot water specialists
We work on hot water every day: storage, continuous flow, heat pump and solar, across all the major Australian brands.
Fast, prioritised response
Urgent no-hot-water and leak calls are prioritised, with same-day service wherever the day allows.
Questions
Bosch hot water questions.
What warranty comes with a Bosch hot water system?
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Continuous flow heat exchangers typically carry longer cover than other components; licensed installation and correct gas sizing are required.
How long does a Bosch hot water system last?
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Bosch continuous flow units regularly run 15–20 years when serviced; the electric storage range follows the usual 8–12 year pattern.
Can you get Bosch parts?
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Igniters, water valves, sensors and flue components for common Bosch units.
Should I repair or replace my Bosch system?
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A cracked or leaking Bosch heat exchanger out of warranty is the replacement trigger. Ignition, sensor and valve faults are worth repairing on almost any age unit.
Do you install Bosch systems as well as repair them?
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Yes — we repair, replace and install Bosch systems. Where we supply and install the unit, the product and the workmanship sit with one team, which makes any later warranty work simpler.
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Need a Bosch system looked at?
Tell us the model and the symptom — or the error code if the unit shows one — and we'll diagnose the fault properly, then explain whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your Bosch system before any work begins.
- Same-day service where available
- Fixed-price quotes before work starts
- Licensed and insured
- All major brands serviced
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Servicing Hobart, Glenorchy, Moonah, New Town, Sandy Bay, Kingston, the Eastern Shore and Southern Tasmania.
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