Hot Water Systems in Ellendale

Hot water systems in Ellendale

Across Ellendale and the 6532 district, more locals are swapping old gas and electric units for an energy efficient hot water system that keeps bills down and showers steaming. With around 2,335 occupied dwellings and an average household size of 2.7 people, families, farms and small businesses all put steady demand on their hot water system, so running costs really add up over the year.

Ellendale is well suited to efficient hot water upgrades. The nearby Milmocundin weather station records an impressive 20.4 MJ/m² of average annual solar exposure – roughly 5.7 kWh per square metre per day. That strong sun helps a solar hot water system or solar hot water heating system perform reliably, and also supports a heat pump hot water system, which uses ambient warmth to heat water using far less electricity. For many homes, upgrading from an older gas or electric hot water system to a modern heat pump or solar hot water system can trim hot water energy use by more than half, delivering substantial annual hot water energy savings.

With a solid base of owner‑occupied homes in the area (over 1,800 owned outright or with a mortgage) and a median household income around $2,009 per week, Ellendale households are well placed to invest in long‑term savings. Many already have rooftop solar, so moving from gas to an electric hot water system or heat pump to soak up excess solar is a logical next step. Brands like Rheem heat pump hot water and Rheem solar hot water, Rinnai solar hot water, Sanden heat pump systems and Chromagen solar hot water are all popular options when people are comparing the best hot water system Australia has to offer for local conditions.

In 6532 there have already been 894 efficient hot water installations, combining heat pump hot water installation and solar hot water installation. Installations really took off around 2010–2014, with peak years in 2010 and 2011, and there has been steady activity right through to 2024 and 2025 as more residents chase lower running costs and cleaner, all‑electric homes. Each new system adds to community hot water energy savings and shows how interest in electrification and the most efficient hot water system is growing in Ellendale.

Typical annual bill savings from a hot water upgrade in hot water WA conditions can look like this:

• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $350–$700 per year. • Gas to heat pump hot water: save around $250–$600 per year. • Gas to solar hot water system: save about $200–$550 per year. • Old electric to modern electric hot water installation powered by rooftop solar: save roughly $250–$500 per year.

When comparing heat pump vs solar hot water, both can be an excellent energy efficient hot water system. A heat pump hot water system suits shaded blocks or smaller roofs, while a solar hot water system with a roof‑mounted solar hot water tank replacement works brilliantly on sunny, north‑facing roofs. Many Ellendale homes find a Sanden heat pump or similar premium unit is among the best heat pump hot water system options, while others prefer roof‑mounted systems from brands like Rheem or Chromagen. Whichever way you go, it is worth weighing up solar hot water vs electric hot water and electric hot water vs gas hot water based on your tariffs, roof space and whether you already have solar.

Hot Water Rebates, Tariffs & Savings

Across Ellendale there is strong interest in replacing ageing gas and electric units with efficient hot water WA solutions, especially as systems reach the end of their life and need hot water repair or full replacement. Federal incentives such as Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible heat pump and solar hot water systems, effectively acting as an upfront solar hot water rebate or heat pump hot water rebate that reduces the hot water system price / cost or heat pump hot water price / cost. Western Australian programs can also offer additional hot water rebate WA support from time to time, and some newer electric hot water system rebate options help households move away from gas.

Once rebates are applied, the solar hot water price / cost or efficient electric hot water system price can drop by a substantial percentage, cutting payback periods to just a few years in many cases. Combine that with rooftop solar, smart tariffs, timers or solar‑diversion controls, and you can push your hot water running costs right down. For homes that use a lot of hot water, these upgrades can mean hundreds of dollars a year off bills, plus fewer surprise call‑outs for solar hot water repair or emergency hot water repair on failing old units.

If your hot water system is ageing, running out of hot water, or you are keen to get off gas, now is a good time to see whether a heat pump, solar hot water system or efficient electric hot water installation is right for your place in Ellendale. Working with experienced local hot water installers like us – including heat pump and solar hot water specialists – helps you compare options, tap into every available hot water rebate WA offers, and choose a system that suits your roof, family size and budget. With Ellendale’s strong solar exposure and growing interest in sustainability, an energy efficient hot water system can cut bills, reduce emissions and future‑proof your home or business. For personalised advice, hot water repair, or a quote on hot water installation or solar hot water tank replacement, connect with our trusted local team today.