What is a Heat Pump Hot Water System?

What is a Heat Pump Hot Water System? Heat pump hot water systems can be 65% more energy efficient than an electric water heater! With the average household spending approximately 25% of its energy consumption on heating water, it makes sense to consider a more energy efficient option. Heat pump hot water systems are currently the most energy efficient hot water systems available – here we explain everything you need to know.

How does a heat hot water pump work?

Heat pump hot water systems basically act as a refrigerator in reverse. They transfer the heat from the outside air to the water stored inside the unit. Heat pump hot water system transfer heat from one place to another rather then generating heat directly, saving on energy consumption.

Benefits of a hot water pump

• There are generous rebates available (depending on individual circumstances) for installing and using a heat hot water pump system, so even though they can be expensive to install – this cost can often be greatly offset.
• They are one of the most environmentally friendly hot water systems and reduce greenhouse gasses through requiring less energy.
• Heat pumps do work in low temperatures too although they generally work better in warm climates. In extreme cold weather, there is an electrical assistant to ensure hot water is always available.
• Heat pump hot water systems use approximately a third of the energy of electric hot water systems. Savings on energy consumption mean lower energy bills!

Installation of a hot water pump

If you are considering upgrading or changing your hot water system, contact the team at AMS Plumbers Brisbane to discuss the best hot water system for your household. Talk to our heat pump specialists for advice on the best equipment, incentives and current rebates (if applicable).