Heating water uses about 21% of the energy in a typical Aussie home. Luckily, new technology has come along. Hot water heat pumps are a game changer! They’re energy-efficient and produce low emissions, which means they can save you a lot on your water heating bills.

What are hot water heat pump and how do they work?

Hot water heat pumps work similarly to refrigerators, but in reverse. Instead of pulling heat from inside a box and sending it into the surrounding room, they pull heat from the surrounding air and transfer it into a hot water cylinder to heat the water. The hot water is then stored in an insulated cylinder before being supplied to your home through pipes and valves. A thermostat controls the water temperature, allowing you to set your desired level in the heat pump hot water cylinder. This process is energy-efficient and helps reduce electricity costs.

Why Should You Get Hot Water Heat Pumps?

Energy efficiency of hot water heat pumps compared to other home water heating options

  • Typicall use 60-75% less electricity than conventional electric hot water systems.
  • Low running costs
  • Attractive government rebates and incentives.
  • Engineered to operate efficiently in all weather conditions, day or night.
  • Operate at over 300% efficiency, producing more than three times the energy they consume, compared to less than 100% efficiency for electric-resistive systems.

Our Simple Process

  • We offer a wide selection of the highest quality heat pumps from trusted manufacturers.
  • We remove and dispose of old heating systems, if you don't want them anymore.
  • We install new plumbing connections with new copper and new valves.
  • We complete rebate forms on your behalf and collect the rebates, which helps lower our prices.
  • You can relax and enjoy the savings. We recommend servicing your hot water unit every five years to maintain its condition and replacing the anodes as needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Heat pump hot water systems can significantly reduce your energy bills. Without solar power, you can expect to pay around $185 annually for hot water heating. In comparison, a resistive electric hot water system costs about $820 per year, and a gas system costs around $400. Over the 15-year lifespan of a heat pump system, you could save between $6,300 and $9,220 on your hot water heating costs. Combining a heat pump with solar power can reduce your hot water heating bills to nearly zero. Regular maintenance and energy-saving strategies can help maximize these savings.

In the ACT, there are several government rebates and support programs available to help offset the cost of installing heat pump water heaters:

  1. ACT Sustaibale Household Scheme: This program offers interest-free loans of up to $15,000 for eligible energy-efficient upgrades, including heat pump water heaters. The loans are designed to encourage the adoption of renewable energy technologies and reduce household energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
  2. Home Energy Support Program: This program provides up to $5,000 in rebates for eligible homeowners to help with the costs of installing energy-efficient products, including heat pump water heaters. Specifically, the program offers one rebate of 50% of the total installation price, up to $2,500.

Moreover, the Federal Government’s Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES) provides Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) for heat pump hot water systems, which can be exchanged for a rebate upon purchase. These incentives are aimed at making it more affordable for residents to switch to more efficient and environmentally friendly water heating solutions.

The cost of installing a heat pump hot water system ranges from $2,700 to $6,100 or more, depending on the unit you choose. Keep in mind that this is just an estimate, as the final price can vary based on several factors. Additionally, you may be eligible for government rebates to help with the cost. Talk to our specialists, who can recommend the best heat pump system for your household and assist you in applying for any available incentives.

Get in touch with us to get the best prices for heat pump water heaters in Canberra and NSW.

Contact us at 1800-435-467 or via info@heliosenergy.com.au to schedule your free heat pumps assessment.

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