Brisbane Hot Water Group is a family-owned and operated company that specializes in hot water systems. Their team of master plumbers is experienced in installing, servicing, and maintaining a wide range of gas, electric, heat pump and solar hot water systems from all major brands and manufacturers. They can help you find the best system to suit your lifestyle and budget and offer competitive prices for all their services.

Where Does Tap Water In Brisbane Come From?

The city’s drinking water is supplied by the South East Queensland Water Grid from local dams like Wivenhoe, Somerset and North Pine. It undergoes thorough treatment processes to ensure that it meets Australian drinking water guidelines. However, concerns over tap water hardness, as well as personal preferences for taste and visual purity often drive Brisbane residents to take additional steps – like installing at-home professional water filtration systems.

Energy Efficient Hot Water

There are 5 main styles of hot water heaters in use in Australian homes and each has its pros and cons. Electric storage systems are the most common type found in Queensland households (around 50%) and use an insulated tank to store the water at a consistent temperature. They can be very energy-hungry, with older models consuming around 25% of household power bills. Newer units are much more efficient and can be connected to off-peak or economy electricity tariffs.

The government’s Climate Smart Energy Savers rebate provides significant savings for households that choose to install 4-star rated electric heat pump hot water systems. These systems are also eligible for Small-Scale Technology Certificates or STCs which can be sold to offset a portion of the upfront cost, making them a viable option for homeowners on a tight budget.