Water heating covers roughly a quarter of your household energy use. If you are looking for the best Hot Water System Brisbane can offer, it’s worth reviewing your current system’s performance and considering the alternatives.
Reducing hot-water consumption saves money, but switching to a hot water system that’s more cost-effective is also kinder to the environment.
Electricity, gas, solar or heat pump?
This is the main question, so here are some consideration for each:
Electric
An electrically heated storage tank is relatively cheap to buy and install, but expensive to run. It can be installed indoors or outdoors and will range in price from $300 to $1500. Keep in mind that this option will raise your electricity bills so you may want to alter your electricity plan.
Gas
Natural gas is cheaper than electricity and is usually installed outdoors due to venting requirements. Some systems have a pilot light, but electric ignition is more economical. These systems range in price from about $900 to $2000.
Solar
This option will require solar collector panels and a storage tank, as well as an ideal location for installation. The storage tank usually has a booster element for days with less sunshine. If you choose the right system, it will pay for itself in the long run, and various Government rebates and other incentives can reduce the cost.
Heat pump
An efficient form of electric storage that works like an air conditioner, by extracting heat to heat the water tank. A well-ventilated outdoors and range in price from about $2500 to $4000.
An efficient form of electric storage that works like an air conditioner, by extracting heat to heat the water tank. A well-ventilated outdoors and range in price from about $2500 to $4000.
For the best solution, speak to My Brisbane Plumber. We’ll ensure you have the right option, that will provide reliable hot water for a long time.