Hot Water Systems in Piawaning
The 6572 postcode, covering Piawaning and surrounding areas, is home to around 15 households. With many households already generating their own clean solar power, many are now looking at how they can make their entire home energy system more efficient, with hot water heating often the logical next step.
With hot water roughly accounting for a quarter of the average home's energy use, switching to an energy-efficient hot water system is one of the biggest opportunities for savings. Across Piawaning and the 6572 area, 7 homeowners have already switched from older electric storage and gas hot water systems to solar hot water or air-source heat pump systems that draw on clean, renewable power while also claiming the hot water rebates to reduce their hot water heater system cost. These highly-efficient systems not only help cut energy bills but also reduce carbon emissions and improve overall energy independence.
With Piawaning's climate delivering an average of 5.5 kWh/m² per day, conditions are ideal for hot water systems and hybrid heat pump systems that harness both sunlight and ambient air temperature to heat water efficiently all year round. When paired with existing rooftop solar power or solar batteries, the result is hot water that costs far less to run and is powered by clean, self-generated energy.
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Postcode 6572
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Hot Water Installation Piawaning
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Community Hot Water Statistics - Piawaning, 6572
Hot Water Demographics - Piawaning
Based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (ABS), Piawaning has around 15 private dwellings, home to approximately 51 people. With an average household size of 2.9 people, and around 50 litres of hot water used per person each day in Australia, Piawaning households use approximately 145 litres of hot water daily, equating to a massive 0.0 million litres of hot water used across the suburb every single day.
Other census insights reinforce Piawaning's suitability for energy-saving improvements like energy-efficient or solar-powered hot water. The Piawaning community is home to 8 couple families with children and — one-parent families, meaning a large proportion of households face substantial hot water demand. With 4 homes owned with a mortgage and 8 owned outright, many residents also have the homeownership and growing equity that make switching to efficient hot water systems a practical way to lower expenses.
Piawaning is converting hot water demand to efficient systems faster than many peers, with 46.7% of dwellings already upgraded.
Hot water systems in Piawaning
In Piawaning, more locals are rethinking their old gas and electric hot water and switching to modern, energy efficient options. With only around 15 dwellings and an average household size of 2.9 people, a reliable hot water system matters for busy farming families and older residents alike. Rising energy costs and solid median household incomes mean upgrading to an efficient heat pump hot water system, solar hot water system or modern electric hot water system is a smart way to lock in long-term savings.
Piawaning’s sunshine is a big advantage. The town’s average annual solar exposure is about 19.7 MJ/m² a day, which is roughly 5.5 kWh/m² per day. That strong solar resource supports both heat pump hot water and solar hot water heating system performance, especially when paired with rooftop solar. With most homes owned outright or with a mortgage, and a good proportion of families and over‑65s, upgrading from older gas or electric units can deliver meaningful annual hot water energy savings without sacrificing comfort.
Across 6572 there have already been 7 efficient hot water installations, combining heat pump and solar hot water installation jobs. While numbers are small, they show a clear interest in cutting running costs and moving towards all‑electric homes. In a typical Piawaning home, hot water can be one of the biggest single energy users, so choosing the most efficient hot water system makes a real dent in quarterly bills.
For a household of around three people, common here, a correctly sized heat pump hot water installation or solar hot water installation can comfortably meet daily demand. Many locals look at brands like Rheem heat pump hot water and Sanden heat pump units for ultra‑efficient performance, while Rheem solar hot water, Rinnai solar hot water and Chromagen solar hot water are popular choices for those wanting a proven solar hot water heating system. When comparing heat pump vs solar hot water, it often comes down to roof space, existing solar PV and how much hot water you use in the evenings.
Typical bill savings in Piawaning can look like this:
• Old electric to heat pump hot water system: save roughly $350–$650 per year. • Gas to heat pump hot water: save around $250–$500 per year. • Gas to solar hot water system: save about $200–$450 per year. • Old electric to modern electric hot water with solar: save roughly $200–$400 per year.
These numbers vary with usage, tariffs and whether you use timers or solar diversion, but they give a feel for what’s possible.
Hot water rebates, tariffs and savings are a big part of the picture. Around Piawaning WA, more households are swapping out ageing gas units and old electric cylinders for an energy efficient hot water system. Federal incentives like Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) apply to eligible heat pump hot water and solar hot water systems, effectively cutting the upfront hot water system price by a substantial percentage. On top of that, WA and national programs may offer a heat pump hot water rebate, solar hot water rebate or electric hot water system rebate that further reduces the heat pump hot water price or solar hot water price. With the right support, many Piawaning homes can shave hundreds of dollars a year from bills, and the payback period for a hot water upgrade can be shortened significantly, especially when combined with rooftop solar and smart controls. Using timers to run an electric hot water system during solar hours, or diverting excess solar to your hot water tank, can make solar hot water vs electric hot water comparisons even more attractive in favour of renewables.
If your current unit is leaking, struggling to keep up, or more than 10–12 years old, it may be time to look at solar hot water tank replacement, hot water repair or full electric hot water installation. Many Piawaning homes are also weighing up electric hot water vs gas hot water as they plan for a lower‑emissions future. Whether you are chasing the best hot water system Australia offers or simply a tough, reliable unit, working with experienced hot water installation and hot water repair specialists is essential. Local installers can help you compare solar hot water vs electric hot water, choose the best heat pump hot water system for your usage, and navigate each hot water rebate WA homeowners can claim.
Ready to see if your Piawaning home is set up for an upgrade? A quick chat with trusted local hot water WA experts can clarify your options, from Rheem solar hot water or Rinnai solar hot water through to a Sanden heat pump or efficient modern electric unit. With strong sun, growing interest in sustainability and solid hot water rebate WA support, an efficient hot water system can cut bills, reduce emissions and future‑proof your home. Connect with our experienced heat pump and solar hot water specialists for personalised advice and a tailored hot water system price that suits your property and budget.