Brands of Hot Water Systems for the Canberra & Queanbeyan regions.
Choosing a hot water system can feel like staring at a wall of logos and guessing. Each brand shines in its own way. Some cope better with cold mornings. Some cut running costs. Some win on price and reliability.
Here’s a quick guide to help you make sense of your options.
- Canberra’s colder winters hit some systems harder than others.
- Queanbeyan homes often mix older plumbing with newer units.
- Local conditions matter more than most people expect.
- A good match saves money, noise, and headaches.
Below is a snapshot of the brands we work with every day across the region.
Rheem hot water systems
- Reliable.
- Strong performance in colder climates.
- A common choice for family homes needing steady hot water.
- Reliable backup service and parts.
- Rheem makes every style of hot water system except evacuated tube solar systems.
Aquamax hot water systems
- Good balance of price and durability.
- Popular for electric storage replacements.
- In our opinion. Aquamax make the best gas storage hot water system on the market.
- Manufactured by Rheem, so expect all the same benefits as a Rheem hot water system.
Dux hot water systems
- Solid performer with simple maintenance.
- Great for quick swap-outs.
- The oldest hot water system we have ever replaced was a 54-year-old DUX electric hot water system.
- Rinnai hot water systems
- Fast, efficient electric storage plus electric and gas continuous-flow systems.
- Suitable for any size home or apartment.
Thermann hot water systems
- Budget-friendly with a decent lifespan.
- Works well for straightforward electric or gas installations.
- Thermann can service every style of hot water system, except flat panel solar systems.
Solarhart hot water systems
- Available in flat panel solar only.
- Strong solar option for homes that get plenty of sun.
- Cuts bills long-term.
- These systems have a very long life in Canberra and Queanbeyan and can resist most hailstorms.
Apricus hot water systems
- Known for solar efficiency.
- Ideal for eco-minded homeowners wanting low running costs.
Quantum Energy hot water systems
- Heat pump specialists.
- They were good for reducing electricity use in areas with higher tariffs. However, they are not as reliable as they once were.
Hills Solar hot water systems
- Older brand, but still found in many Canberra and Queanbeyan homes.
- Often repaired rather than replaced.
Edwards hot water systems
- Common on older rooftops.
- Many systems are reaching end-of-life and need attention. These can be replaced with Rheem Hiline-style solar hot water systems.
Evoheat hot water systems
So far, Evoheat heat pumps have been among the better brands available for installation in Canberra and Queanbeyan. Evoheat also makes a range of pool heat pumps.
Vulcan hot water systems
Affordable electric and gas storage units. Even though they are a rebadged Rheem, they are often chosen for their lower cost. Another reliable hot water system from the Rheem stable.
Everhot hot water systems
Straight out of the Rheem Stable also.
Kelvinator hot water systems
- Less common today, but still servicing older installs.
- Repairs are case-by-case.
- They were never a great solar hot water system.
- Every logo below on this page links to a deeper rundown.
Click through to see pros, cons, and what works best for your type of home.
If your unit is leaking, noisy, or barely producing hot water, don’t wait. A minor issue can snowball fast. We can check your system, provide quotes for replacements, or repair damage before it gets worse.
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