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Hot Water System Prices Australia
Prices include GST. Licensed plumber required for all installations. STCs (government rebates) may apply for solar and heat pump systems.
Hot Water System Prices by Type — Australia
Prices include GST. Licensed plumber required for all installations. STCs (government rebates) may apply for solar and heat pump systems.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⚡Electric Storage 50L Supply and install 50L electric storage hot water system | /installed | $800 | $980 | $1,200 |
| ⚡Electric Storage 80L Supply and install 80L electric storage hot water system | /installed | $900 | $1,100 | $1,350 |
| ⚡Electric Storage 160L Supply and install 160L electric storage hot water system | /installed | $1,100 | $1,380 | $1,700 |
| ⚡Electric Storage 250L Supply and install 250L electric storage hot water system | /installed | $1,300 | $1,600 | $2,000 |
| 🔥Gas Storage Hot Water Supply and install gas storage hot water system | /installed | $1,200 | $1,650 | $2,200 |
| 🔥Gas Instantaneous / Continuous Flow Supply and install gas continuous flow hot water system | /installed | $1,500 | $1,950 | $2,500 |
| ☀️Solar Hot Water System Supply and install solar hot water system with panels and tank | /installed | $2,800 | $3,900 | $5,500 |
| 🌡️Heat Pump Hot Water Supply and install heat pump hot water system | /installed | $3,000 | $3,850 | $5,000 |
| 🔧Tempering Valve Installation Supply and install tempering valve (required in most states) | /installed | $150 | $230 | $350 |
| 🔨Hot Water System Repairs Diagnose and repair existing hot water system | /call | $150 | $280 | $450 |
| ⚙️Anode Rod Replacement Replace sacrificial anode rod to extend tank life | /each | $250 | $360 | $500 |
| 🌡️Thermostat Replacement Supply and replace hot water thermostat | /each | $200 | $300 | $450 |
Hot Water Prices by City
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Sydney
New South Wales · 5.3M
From $180
Newcastle
New South Wales · 320K
Pricing available
Wollongong
New South Wales · 310K
Pricing available
Central Coast
New South Wales · 340K
Pricing available
Melbourne
Victoria · 5.1M
From $260
Geelong
Victoria · 270K
Pricing available
Ballarat
Victoria · 115K
Pricing available
Bendigo
Victoria · 100K
Pricing available
Brisbane
Queensland · 2.6M
From $150
Gold Coast
Queensland · 680K
Pricing available
Sunshine Coast
Queensland · 350K
Pricing available
Cairns
Queensland · 160K
Pricing available
Townsville
Queensland · 195K
Pricing available
Adelaide
South Australia · 1.4M
From $140
Mount Gambier
South Australia · 30K
Pricing available
Perth
Western Australia · 2.1M
From $270
Mandurah
Western Australia · 100K
Pricing available
Bunbury
Western Australia · 75K
Pricing available
Hobart
Tasmania · 240K
Pricing available
Launceston
Tasmania · 90K
Pricing available
Canberra
ACT · 460K
Pricing available
Darwin
Northern Territory · 150K
Pricing available
Alice Springs
Northern Territory · 25K
Pricing available
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Hot water systems in Australia range from $150 for basic repairs or small electric units to $5,500 for solar or premium systems. Prices include GST. Licensed plumber required for all installations. STCs (government rebates) may apply for solar and heat pump systems.
The most common types in Australia are hot water systems. Options include electric storage tanks, gas storage, gas instantaneous/continuous flow, heat pump, and solar thermal systems. Each has different upfront cost, running cost, and efficiency profiles.
Yes. Prices include GST. Licensed plumber required for all installations. STCs (government rebates) may apply for solar and heat pump systems. Hot water system installation involves plumbing connections, pressure relief valves, and often electrical or gas connections — all of which require licensed tradespeople.
Heat pump water heaters in Australia typically cost $3,000–$5,000 installed. They use 60–75% less energy than standard electric storage units, with payback periods of 4–8 years depending on your electricity rate and climate.
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