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Looking for a new or replacement hot water system? Learn more about gas, electrical and solar hot water systems, efficiency, maintenance, regulations and more.

Hot water system types

Hot water system types

There are a few different choices when it comes to types of hot water systems. Fuel types are one - and the heating mechanisms...
Hot water regulations and rebates

Hot water regulations and rebates

Because many hot water systems operate on electricity or gas and heat water to scalding temperatures, there are some important safety regulations in place....
Energy efficient hot water systems

Energy efficient hot water systems

The hot water system you choose will make a huge difference to how much energy you use. Read on to find out what kind...
Hot water maintenance

Hot water maintenance

A bit of routine maintenance and care can easily double or triple the lifespan of your hot water system. Find out how. Hot water systems...

Hot water systems

These days, hot running water's an indispensible luxury (some would say a necessity). Find out more about how water is heated and delivered to...

Temperature restrictions and tempering valves

Find out what sorts of restrictions apply to the temperature of water coming out of any given tap in an Australian household, and how...

DIY solar hot water: not worth the risk!

Find out why DIY solar hot water kits are dangerous, and how they're likely to cost you much more than you bargained for. With so...

Instant hot water enhancements

Using hot water enhancements can not only improve the supply of hot water to your bathroom, but also help to reduce the amount of...
Pipe lagging

Lagging and heat loss

See how lagging (insulation) and the distance that hot water has to travel through your pipes can affect energy efficiency in your hot water...
Electric hot water tank

Electric hot water systems

Electric systems are inefficient and relatively expensive to run. For this reason they are generally only favoured these days where no alternative is possible.   How...
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