On average, Australians spend around 30% of their utility bills on heating their water. Although many people believe all hot water systems are similar, heat pump hot water units differ in terms of their heating mechanisms, reliability, and cost of operation. As the prices of gas and electricity continue to increase, it might be worth considering a heat pump hot water unit to ensure you can enjoy long showers without breaking the bank. It could be the ideal type of hot water heater that meets your family’s needs and budget.

How Heat Pump Water Heaters Operate Heat pump water heaters function differently than traditional systems. They are tank heaters with a fan that draws warm air into the system, and the heat from the warm air is transferred to the water storage tank. In essence, heat pumps work like a reverse refrigerator, where they pump hot air in to heat the water up instead of pumping hot air out to keep the fridge cool. The process of how heat pump water systems work is as follows:

1. Air from outside the unit is drawn into the heat pump system using a fan, and it enters an evaporator that contains an eco-friendly refrigerant stored in the piping.
2. The refrigerant has a lower boiling temperature, and even if it is cold outside, the heat can still make the refrigerant “boil.” The air entering the system turns the refrigerant into a gas inside the heat pump’s piping.
3. A compressor then pumps the gas through a small valve and compresses it, generating a large amount of heat.
4. A heat exchanger then transfers heat from the gas pipes to the water storage tank.
5. The refrigerant temperature drops significantly as the heat has been drawn away, and it returns to a liquid state, and the heat pump cycle begins again.

Advantages of Heat Pump Hot Water Systems Modern heat pump hot water units have several advantages over traditional electric or gas storage tank systems, including:

1. Increased energy efficiency
2. Three times more efficient than traditional electric water heaters.
3. Environmentally-friendly option that reduces greenhouse gas emissions
4. Effective even in low temperatures
5. No need for roof space or solar panels
6. Easy installation

T Tech Plumbing Installs Heat Pump Hot Water Systems Australia-Wide

T Tech Plumbing installs heat pump hot water units for customers throughout Australia. As fully-licensed and certified plumbers, we have experience in all aspects of heat pump installation and servicing. If you’re considering replacing your hot water unit, we recommend installing a new heat pump hot water system as it can save you thousands of dollars over its lifetime. For more information about how a heat pump hot water unit could benefit your household, please contact T Tech Plumbing today.