efficient water · Home upgrade
Hot water
Two efficient ways to heat your water and cut your bills: a heat pump water heater, or a solar water heater.
Heat pump or solar
Less energy
Solar friendly
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Available models
Hot water products currently available for this upgrade. Full specifications are available.
Enviroflo Heat Pump Hot Water
Tank capacity
340 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 8.4
Suits (household)
4+ bedrooms
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Ambiheat Heat Pump
Tank capacity
270 L
Refrigerant
R-513A
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.5
Suits (household)
2-3 bedrooms
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All-In-One Select Heat Pump
Tank capacity
220 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.19
Suits (household)
1 bedroom
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All-In-One Pro Heat Pump
Tank capacity
220 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.9
Suits (household)
1 bedroom
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Ambipower Heat Pump
Tank capacity
180 L
Refrigerant
R-513A
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.9
Suits (household)
1 bedroom
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Heat Pump Water Heater
Tank capacity
300 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 8.5
Suits (household)
2-3 bedrooms
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All-In-One Pro Heat Pump
Tank capacity
270 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.8
Suits (household)
2-3 bedrooms
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All-In-One Pro Heat Pump
Tank capacity
320 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 5.2
Suits (household)
4+ bedrooms
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All-In-One Select Heat Pump
Tank capacity
270 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.41
Suits (household)
2-3 bedrooms
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All-In-One Select Heat Pump
Tank capacity
320 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.41
Suits (household)
4+ bedrooms
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Premier Hiline Electric HWS
Tank capacity
300L
Panels
2 to 3
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 4.19
Suits (household)
All bedrooms
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AR Series (Hard Water) Heat Pump
Tank capacity
340 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 8.4
Suits (household)
4+ bedrooms
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Enviroflo Heat Pump Hot Water
Tank capacity
215 L
Refrigerant
R-290
Efficiency (CoP)
CoP 7.6
Suits (household)
1 bedroom
Product information
Overview
Efficient hot water for your home
Hot water is one of the biggest energy users in a home. Home Energy Saver offers two efficient options: a heat pump water heater, which pulls warmth from the surrounding air like an air conditioner in reverse; and a solar water heater, which uses collectors on your roof to heat water from the sun. Both use far less energy than a traditional electric storage system.
Both store hot water in an insulated tank and include a booster or backup for cloudy days or busy periods. A heat pump does not need roof space, while a solar water heater makes direct use of the sun. It is one of the upgrades you may be able to choose through Home Energy Saver.
Not sure which suits you? Your home assessment confirms the right system and size before anything is installed.
suitability
Is it right for your home?
An efficient hot water system may suit your home if you:
- are replacing an old, broken or inefficient hot water system
- want to reduce the energy used to heat your water
- have solar and want to heat water during the day, or have roof space and sun for solar collectors
A heat pump does not need roof space, while a solar water heater needs enough unshaded roof and sun. Your home assessment confirms the right system for your home before anything is installed.
Function
How it works
At a glance
Key facts
$200–$800
Heat pump yearly saving
A heat pump may save around $200 to $800 a year versus a traditional system, depending on your home.
$190–$700
Solar heater yearly saving
A solar water heater may save around $190 to $700 a year, and lower household energy use by 20% to 25%.
180–340L
Heat pump tank range
Heat pump tanks generally range from about 180L to 340L to suit your household.
280–300L
Solar water heater tank range
Solar water heater tanks will range from about 280L to 300L to suit your household.
Pairs well with
Often installed together
Efficient hot water works hardest as part of a connected, electric home. These upgrades are commonly chosen alongside it.
