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Supply & installations of modern hot water services is our specialty at EcoCell Plumbing. Contact us today for information on endless hot water with heat pump circulatory systems that will save energy, only circulating hot water when required.

Replacement or new home

Whether you are replacing an existing hot water system or installing a new one in a new home will influence your choice. There are new sustainability regulations – different in each state – that limit your choice. Contact us for more information.

Power source

Your choice of power source may be limited by availability. For example, not all areas have access to natural gas and cooler climates may not be suited to a solar system. Solar systems can be run through gas or electricity and heat pumps run on electricity only.

Size requirements

How many people live in your home and how many hot water outlets you have determines the size and type of your hot water system. For example, in a small household with minimal water usage an instant gas system would work well. Whereas a large household will suit a solar hot water system (provided there's sufficient sunshine).

Aesthetic appeal

The appearance of a water heater will not affect its performance, but if it is large and on the side of the house or the roof it is nice to have it blend in. Speak to the manufacturer about colour matches to your existing roof or façade, or if you are building a new home, don't forget to factor your hot water system into your colour plan.

Price

You need to consider the initial purchase price of your water heater as well as the running cost. Spending a bit more money up front on an energy-efficient system will save you money on bills in the future.

Heater Types

Electric

Electric heaters are the most common. They can be used for standard storage heaters, heat pumps and can support solar heaters.

Gas

Gas heaters have an energy-rating label. The more stars on the label, the more energy efficient the hot water system.

Heat Pump

Heat pumps are powered by electricity. They source their energy by extracting heat from the environment in an energy-efficient manner