Electric Hot Water System Townsville

Standard electric hot water systems are a practical and efficient way of providing hot water for your home. They are the most popular method of heating hot water in Australia because they are affordable, cost-effective to run and easy to maintain.
 
A typical electric hot water system consists of a heating element, thermostat, water tank, pressure relief valve, expansion control valve (ECV), discharge point and an anode.
 
The heating element heats the water on demand when required, with the temperature controlled by the thermostat. The expansion control valve is a safety system used to ensure the pressure in the tank does not get too high.
 
The water tank consists of a copper tank surrounded by insulation. Copper has good heat transfer so hot water can be delivered quickly when you need it, while the insulation is used to keep the water at the required temperature.
 
The anode is one of the most important parts of the system. This prevents corrosion from forming inside the tank. The anode will need replacing every 3-5 years and is usually carried out as part of your annual hot water system maintenance.