Electric hot water
Electric Hot Water Systems in Perth
Electric storage remains the most common hot water system in Perth homes without a gas connection. It is simple, widely compatible and inexpensive to install — with running cost the main trade-off.
In short: Electric storage systems heat and hold water in an insulated tank. They are the simplest option for homes without gas and the usual choice for a straightforward like-for-like replacement.
Where electric storage makes sense
- Homes with no reticulated gas connection
- Like-for-like replacement where the existing position works
- Rentals and budget-sensitive replacements
- Properties where a heat pump has no suitable outdoor position
Sizing an electric storage system
Volume and recovery rate both matter. A tank that is too small runs out during back-to-back showers; a tank that is too large wastes energy holding water nobody uses. We size from occupants, bathrooms and usage pattern.
Off-peak and continuous supply
Some homes run on a controlled off-peak circuit, which lowers running cost but limits when the tank reheats. If the household regularly runs out in the evening, the answer may be capacity, tariff or both — we check before recommending a change.
Replacement considerations
- Tank footprint, clearance and access for future servicing
- Condition of the existing electrical circuit and isolation
- Compliant tempering valve at the hot water outlets it serves
- Safe tray and drain arrangement where the unit is inside
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Hot Water Problem? Start With a Clear Answer.
Send through what is happening and a few photos of the system. You will get a straight assessment of your options and a written quote — not a sales pitch.
- Upload system photos with your enquiry
- Servicing Perth, Western Australia
- Contact us to confirm current availability