5.2 Guide heating, cooling and hot water

5.2 Guide heating, cooling and hot water

Heating, cooling and hot water are usually the biggest parts of a household energy bill. These products are designed to do the same jobs your current appliances do, using less energy.

Heat pump water heater

A hot water heat pump heats your water using warmth drawn from the surrounding air, rather than an electric element or gas burner. It works like a fridge in reverse, moving heat into the tank instead of generating it, so it delivers the same hot water using much less energy.

It can replace an electric storage, gas storage or gas instantaneous unit, or be installed where a home needs a new system.

Read: heat pump water heater product guide

Solar (electric boosted) water heater

A solar water heater uses roof mounted collectors to heat your water with energy from the sun, with an electric booster for cloudy days and high hot water usage periods. It suits homes that are north-facing and without shade. It can replace an existing electric or gas system, and works best on homes with a north-facing roof that gets little shade.

Read: solar (electric boosted) water heater product guide

Reverse cycle air conditioning

A reverse cycle air conditioner heats and cools your home with one system. Reverse cycle air conditioning is among the most energy efficient ways to heat a home in winter and cool it in summer, and it can replace older electric heaters, gas heaters and inefficient cooling.

Read: Reverse cycle air conditioning product guide

DC ceiling fan

Ceiling fans use a small amount of energy to keep air moving, which can make rooms feel cooler in summer and help spread warm air in winter. DC models use less energy than older fan types and are quieter.

Read: DC ceiling fan product guide

Induction cooktop

An induction cooktop heats your cookware directly using electricity, replacing a gas cooktop. It heats quickly, gives precise control, and the surface stays cooler and is easier to clean. Some cookware may need replacing, as induction needs pots and pans with a magnetic base.

Read: Induction cooktop product guide

Notes

  • What an installation involves will vary based on your home’s requirements. Your Approved Supplier confirms the details for your property before any work begins.

Frequently asked questions

Will a heat pump water heater work in cold weather?

Heat pump water heaters are designed to work across all NSW conditions, including cooler regions. The product guides will include the specifications for the approved models.

I have gas appliances. Can I switch to electric?

Yes. Several of the products are designed to replace gas appliances, including water heaters replacing gas units and induction cooktops replacing gas cooktops. Where applicable, installation includes safely disconnecting and capping gas connections, and decommissioning, removing and disposing of existing appliances as appropriate.