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Immersion Heater - no hot water!

There has been no hot water for 3 days in my flat and the finger points at the immersion heater. The power seems to be on and there are normal noises emitting but it doesn't heat up. My suspicions (being a complete plumbing novice) is that an element may need replacing. A plaumber has quoted £130 - does this sound right?

Thanks a lot. Any advice appreciated.

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  • Cardew
    Cardew Posts: 29,064 Forumite
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    If you are certain the power is on, it could be the heating element or the thermostat.
  • Canucklehead
    Canucklehead Posts: 6,254 Forumite
    Hi

    It would seem a bit on the high side ,but the problem with immersion heaters is that they can be utter pigs to get out or very easy.The inclination (as a plumber) is to price it with a view to it being difficult and if it's not then that's a bonus.
    Maybe get another price or two if you can.
    Corgi Guy.
    Ask to see CIPHE (Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering)
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