Is a heat pump hot water system worth it in Melbourne?

Yes. It uses about a quarter of the energy of a gas or electric storage unit, qualifies for VEU discounts and STCs, and runs almost free if timed to your solar. For most homes it is the fastest-paying step in going off gas.

How much does heat pump hot water cost installed?

It depends on the unit, the tank size and what it is replacing. VEU and STCs come off the top and can be significant, especially when replacing gas. We quote a fixed after-rebate figure at the site inspection.

Do heat pumps work in a cold Melbourne winter?

Yes. The units we install are rated to operate well below freezing (the Haier to -7C) and Melbourne rarely gets close. They are less efficient on a frosty morning than a warm afternoon, which is another reason we schedule them to run through the middle of the day.

Will it run out of hot water?

Not if it is sized right. A 270L to 300L tank suits a family of four to six with normal use. We size to your household and usage pattern, not to whatever is on the truck.

Are heat pumps noisy?

Modern units run at 39 to 46dB, roughly a quiet conversation. We site them away from bedrooms and neighbours' windows, which matters more than the decibel figure.

Can you replace my gas hot water with a heat pump in one day?

Usually, yes. We disconnect and remove the old unit, run the new circuit, plumb the heat pump and commission it in a single visit. If your switchboard needs work we tell you at the quote stage.

Do you do hot water repairs?

We replace systems rather than repair old ones. If your gas or electric storage unit has failed, a heat pump replacement with the rebates applied is usually cheaper than a like-for-like gas unit within a couple of years of running costs.

Which suburbs do you cover?

All of Melbourne, from the inner suburbs to the Mornington Peninsula. We are based in Somerville. See the locations page or call and we will confirm.

Heat Pump Hot Water Melbourne | Powerband Electrical

Heat pump hot water, a quarter of the energy

Replace your gas or electric storage unit with a heat pump from Reclaim, iStore or Haier. Installed in a day by our own plumbers and electricians, with VEU discounts and STCs applied on the quote.

★★★★★ Rated Excellent on Google

VEU accredited

A-Grade licensed and insured

Emerald all-in-one heat pump pro 270l hot water system

Quiet, app-controlled, 220L to 320L

Emerald All-In-One Pro

Integrated heat pump that runs at about 39dB, roughly as loud as light rain, so it suits a unit that sits near a bedroom window. The Emerald app shows tank temperature and energy use and lets you schedule heating around your solar. Natural R290 refrigerant, and up to 80% lower hot water bills than an electric storage unit.

220L, 270L, 320L
39dB quiet operation
App control and scheduling
7 years tank, 5 years parts and labour

Australian made, 200L and 300L

Reclaim Eco R290

Australian-made split heat pump with the longest warranty on this page. Smart controller or app with solar PV optimisation, so it heats when the roof is producing. Natural R290 refrigerant, up to 80% less energy than a conventional electric unit.

Australian made
200L and 300L
Solar-aware scheduling
8 years parts and labour

Families of three to six-plus

iStore 270L

Big tank, high efficiency, built for heavy daily use. COP of roughly 4.0 to 4.8, meaning four units of hot water heat for every unit of electricity. The unit in most of our whole-home electrification jobs.

270L
COP 4.0 to 4.8
Robust for high demand
5 years parts and labour

200L to 330L, wide temperature range

Haier 500 Series Monoblock

Rated to operate from -7 to 45 degrees ambient, so it keeps its efficiency through a Melbourne winter. Eco mode times heating to solar or off-peak, triple-layer corrosion-resistant tank, SmartHQ app.

200L, 250L, 330L
-7C to 45C operation
Eco mode for solar
7 years cylinder, 5 years labour

Manufacturer warranties apply to every unit, with terms varying by brand and model. Ask us for the warranty details on the systems in your quote.

Brendan Jopling

The whole experience of working with Powerband has been fantastic. From the get go they were helpful with the design, requirements and answering all the questions we had about the install. We couldn't be happier with choosing them for the job. Special thanks to Bailey and the team for getting the entire installation done in one day it was a huge job so for it to be done and to such a high standard is much appreciated Thanks everyone at Powerband for all you've done

Ken Henderson

We have just had a Braemer Dominator reverse cycle ducted system installed by the Powerband Electrical team to replace our gas-fired system. We were very happy with the whole process, from the sales/design discussions with Dayle to the installation by the team led by Julian and including Logan and Darren. Using the existing ducting had its challenges but the team overcame them well. Julian set up the AirTouch5 control system & zoning with us and with a sudden cold snap arriving it has proven simple to use to create a comfortable environment. In fact we are already finding it far more effective system than the considerably larger gas unit and a more uniform heat with less draughts. Thanks to the Powerband team. Ken in Glen Waverley

Nessrin m

Amazing service and work! Would definitely recommend Tim and his team 👍

Carrick McLellan

Petris and his electrical team did 2 inverter airconditioner installs as part of our whole solar system install. Great workers, good thinkers who could sort out a couple of small issues in short order and wonderful people to have around our house. Organised and professional. Highly recommend Powerband.

Brad Adams

Work was carried out very effectively and efficiently with the guys cleaning up after themselves. Very happy with the service and end product.

Darren Morris

Very happy with our solar and battery install. Everything was well explained before, during and after and completed on time. Would definetly recommend.

Jarrod Bailey

Had the Powerband team electrify out whole house. Updated the heating / cooling with split systems, replace gas cooktop & hot water and put solar on with a 30kw battery. No gas bill, solar is producing more energy than we consume. These days we barely even have the supply charge. As part of it, they put the package together of what we wanted and needed to future proof our house and showed us several options for paying for it, in the end we opted for a 5-year interest free loan. Looking at our numbers, most of the loan will be paid off from the savings from our gas and electricity savings. All the work and upgrades done and barely any out of pocket cost, nice.... The team were great - worked in with timing for the jobs when it worked for us. The boys on site were all great, friendly, polite and professional. Did the job well and packed up (and cleaned up) well. Happy to recommend Powerband to anyone wanting to electrify their house in a cost-effective way.

Stephen Wratten

Great local friendly Aussie company, very neat job, cleaned up after. Installed 15kw solar and 24kw Sigenergy, zero hassles.. 👍

Liga Byron

The installation guys were really good. Polite. And cleaned up when the job was done. I would highly recommend them. The price was also very good.

Will Livesay

Powerband Electrical are always great to work with. Reliable, professional, and easy to coordinate with on jobs. Their team communicates well and turns up when they say they will. Highly recommend.

Heat pump hot water, a quarter of the energy

Same tank, same taps, a quarter of the bill

Four heat pumps we recommend, and why

Emerald All-In-One Pro

Reclaim Eco R290

iStore 270L

Haier 500 Series Monoblock

Where the 75% saving comes from

Two rebates that stack

Hot water from the crew that does the whole house

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