Hot Water Califont Installation Auckland
Certified Gasfitters, Rinnai Infinity & Rheem Integrity
4.9 from 165 reviews
Need a new califont installed in your Auckland home? Citywide Plumbing & Pumps supplies and installs New Zealand’s leading continuous flow gas hot water systems. Whether you’re building a new home, upgrading from an old hot water cylinder, or adding a second bathroom, our certified gasfitters handle the entire installation, gas, water, and compliance, in a single visit where possible.
Every califont installation includes a full gas compliance certificate.
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Continuous Flow Hot Water
Why Choose A Califont?
A califont (continuous flow gas hot water heater) heats water on demand as it flows through the unit. There’s no storage tank, no standby heat loss, and no running out of hot water mid-shower.
- Endless hot water – Heats continuously, so you’ll never run out. No more timing showers around the rest of the household.
- Energy efficient – You only pay to heat the water you actually use. No tank burning gas all day keeping water warm.
- Compact – Mounts on an external wall and takes up almost no space compared to a traditional cylinder.
- Long lasting – A well-maintained califont typically lasts 10 to 15 years, with quality brands like Rinnai and Rheem often running trouble-free for even longer.
- LPG and natural gas compatible – Whether you’re on town gas or LPG bottles, we install califonts to suit.
Brands We Install
We supply and install New Zealand’s leading continuous flow gas hot water brands.
Rinnai Infinity
New Zealand’s most popular continuous flow brand. Known for reliability, energy efficiency, and consistent water temperature even when multiple taps are running. Available in a range of sizes from 16-litre units through to the 26-litre models that handle large households with ease.
Best for: Families, larger households, homes with multiple bathrooms.
Rheem Integrity
A reliable mid-range continuous flow system with strong energy efficiency, consistent temperature control, and a compact wall-mounted design. Well-established parts and service network across NZ.
Best for: Budget-conscious homeowners, smaller to mid-sized households.
What's Involved In A Califont Installation?
A califont installation involves gas, plumbing, and electrical work, all of which need to be done to code. Here’s what the process looks like:
Site assessment
We check your gas supply type, water pressure, ventilation clearances, and the best mounting location for the unit.
Choosing the right unit
Based on your household size, number of bathrooms, and hot water usage, we recommend the right brand and model.
Installation
We connect gas, water, and electrical (most califonts need a standard power point for ignition and controls), then test the full system before signing off.
Compliance certificates
We issue a Certificate of Compliance (CoC) and Gas Safety Certificate (GSC) on completion. Every job, no exceptions.
A straightforward replacement can usually be completed in 3 to 4 hours. New installations where gas lines need to be run can take a full day.
Common Units We Replace
Our gasfitters regularly replace older califonts that have reached end of life, including:
- Rinnai Infinity A26
- Rinnai VT26
- Rinnai A20
- Bosch 16E / 21E
- Bosch HydroPower
- Rheem Integrity 26 / 27
- Vulcan Freeloader
- Paloma PH series
If your unit is on this list or a similar model from the same era, it may be nearing the end of its useful life. We can assess whether a repair or full replacement is the better option.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Get A New Califont Installed
Ready to get a new califont installed? Call us on 09 444 6504 or request a quote and we’ll get back to you promptly.
