Water Heater Repair in Lisbon
Esquentadores and electric boilers repaired or replaced — hot water back, usually the same day.
From 75 € · Plumbers across all of Lisbon
Hot water back, safely
We tell you honestly whether your heater is worth repairing, and give you both prices when it is.
Repairs
Ignition, sensors, elements, thermostats.
Most faults are a single worn part. We diagnose it on site and repair it when it makes sense.
- Diagnosis on site
- Gas and electric
- Common parts on board
- Tested before we leave
Replacements
Old unit out, new unit in.
Like-for-like replacements usually take a few hours. We adapt the connections, test for leaks and check the exhaust.
- Same-day in most cases
- Connections adapted
- Exhaust checked
- Old unit removed
From cold shower to hot water
Call or send a photo
Make and model help us bring the right parts.
Diagnosis
We find what failed.
Repair or replace
Both prices when both are possible.
Hot water back
Tested for leaks and correct exhaust.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gas or electric — which should I choose?
Replacing like for like is usually simplest. If you want to change, we explain the pros and cons for your flat.
My esquentador has a yellow flame.
Switch it off and open the windows — it may be producing carbon monoxide. Call us before using it again.
How long does it take?
A repair often under an hour; a like-for-like replacement a few hours.
Do you take the old one away?
Yes.
Which service do you need?
1/3Cold shower this morning?
Call us or send a photo of your heater on WhatsApp. Hot water back, usually today.
