Switch from Gas to Heat Pump Hot Water in Perth

Rising gas prices have made heat pump hot water systems increasingly attractive for Perth homeowners. If you’re running a gas hot water system and facing escalating bills, converting to a heat pump can deliver substantial ongoing savings.

Why Convert from Gas?

Gas prices in Perth have increased significantly over recent years, eroding the cost advantage gas once had. Meanwhile, heat pump technology offers approximately 75% energy savings compared to gas storage systems.

Typical annual cost comparison:

• Gas storage hot water: $450-$700/year
• Heat pump hot water: $150-$250/year
• Potential annual savings: $300-$500

Over a 15-year heat pump lifespan, that’s $4,500-$7,500 in savings, often exceeding the conversion cost.

The Conversion Process

Converting from gas to heat pump is straightforward:

1. Remove the gas system: We disconnect and safely remove your old unit
2. Gas capping: The gas supply to the hot water location is capped
3. Electrical work: A dedicated circuit is installed if needed
4. Heat pump installation: New unit installed and commissioned
5. Testing: Full system testing and handover

We handle all aspects in a single coordinated job, minimising disruption.

Is Conversion Right for You?

Conversion makes most sense when:

• Your gas system is nearing end of life (8+ years old)
• You’re paying significant gas bills for hot water
• You want to reduce your carbon footprint
• You’re already planning electrical work (combining jobs reduces cost)

We’ll be honest if conversion doesn’t make sense for your situation. If your gas system is relatively new and working well, sometimes waiting makes more financial sense.

Electrical Requirements

Heat pumps need electrical power, typically requiring:

• Dedicated circuit: Usually 15-20 amp circuit from your switchboard
• Switchboard capacity: Space for an additional circuit breaker
• Outdoor power point: Depending on unit location

If your switchboard needs upgrading, we’ll include this in your quote so there are no surprises.

Government Rebates

Heat pumps qualify for STC rebates, typically reducing upfront costs by $500-$1,000. The rebate amount depends on the system’s efficiency rating and your location within Australia. We handle all paperwork and apply rebates directly.

What About My Gas Connection?

Conversion only affects your hot water gas supply. If you have:

• Gas cooktop
• Gas heating
• Gas fireplace
• Other gas appliances

Your gas connection remains active for those purposes. We simply cap the hot water gas supply.

Environmental Benefits

Beyond cost savings, heat pumps significantly reduce your carbon footprint. Perth’s electricity grid is increasingly renewable, making electric appliances cleaner over time. Heat pumps also don’t produce combustion gases at your property, improving local air quality.

Request a Conversion Assessment

Contact us for a free assessment that includes:

• Evaluation of your current gas system
• Heat pump recommendations for your household
• Savings analysis based on your usage
• Complete conversion quote with rebates applied
• Honest advice on whether conversion makes sense now