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Hot water that runs on your solar

Heat pump installation in Adelaide.

A heat pump hot water system heats water using a fraction of the power of an electric storage tank, and you can time it to run while your solar's producing. NG Elec supplies and installs heat pumps across Adelaide and SA, and STCs usually apply to bring the price down.

  • STCs usually apply, taken off the quote
  • Timed to run on your solar
  • Lifetime workmanship warranty
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The short answer

A heat pump hot water system works like a fridge in reverse, pulling heat from the outside air into the water. It typically uses a fraction of the electricity of a standard electric tank. Adelaide's mild climate suits them well. Timed to run in the middle of the day, it can heat your water on your own solar. STCs usually apply and come off the quote.

Is this you?

Signs it's time for a heat pump

Your hot water system is old

Replacing before it fails means you choose the system, not whatever's in stock on the day.

You're on gas and want off it

A heat pump is one of the easiest ways to get rid of gas hot water.

Your electric tank runs on off-peak

Heating overnight from the grid misses your free daytime solar.

You export a lot of solar

Hot water is one of the biggest loads in a home. Soak up your solar instead of exporting it.

What we do

What we do

Supply, install, electrical and setup in one job.

System selection

Sized to your household and hot water use.

Supply and install

Old system removed, new heat pump installed and connected.

Electrical connection

Wired by licensed electricians, with a switchboard check where needed.

Solar timing

Set to heat during the day so it runs on your solar, or alongside a battery.

STC paperwork

Where STCs apply, we handle them and take them off your quote.

“NG fined tuned the system over 2 days and we can now run 24hrs on solar and battery”
Paul, Jul 2025 · verified review on SolarQuotes

How it works

How it works

  1. Tell us about your home

    How many people, your current system and whether you have solar.

  2. Free itemised quote

    System, install, electrical work and STCs shown clearly.

  3. Install

    We swap the old system for the new heat pump and set it up.

  4. Set and hand over

    Timer set to suit your solar, tested and explained. Lifetime workmanship warranty.

Pricing

What affects the price

Every quote is free and itemised, with STCs taken off where they apply. The price depends on:

  • Tank size and model
  • Whether STCs apply to your install
  • Removing and disposing of the old system
  • Plumbing and electrical changes
  • Location and access for the new unit

FAQ

Questions people ask us.

How does a heat pump hot water system work?

It pulls warmth from the surrounding air into the water using a compressor, like a fridge in reverse. That's why it uses far less power than a standard electric element.

Do heat pumps work in Adelaide's climate?

Yes. Adelaide's mild temperatures suit them well year round.

Can a heat pump run on my solar?

Yes. Set the timer to run in the middle of the day and it heats your water on your own solar instead of exported power. Pair it with a battery for even more self-use.

Are there rebates for heat pumps?

STCs usually apply to heat pump hot water and are taken off the price on your quote. We'll confirm what applies to your install.

How much does a heat pump cost to install?

It depends on the model, tank size, STCs and how much plumbing and electrical work is needed. You get a free, itemised quote.

Is a heat pump the same as air con?

Both use heat pump technology, but this page is about hot water. For heating and cooling rooms, see split system air conditioning.

Are heat pumps noisy?

They make a low hum while running, a bit like an air con outdoor unit. We'll place it away from bedrooms where we can.

Free quote

Get a free heat pump quote.

Tell us how many people are in the house, what hot water you have now and whether you've got solar.

  1. 1
    We call you

    A local consultant calls within one business day to ask a few questions.

  2. 2
    We design it

    We look at your roof, bills and switchboard, using satellite and drone imagery where it helps.

  3. 3
    You get an itemised quote

    Clear pricing with rebates already taken off. No pressure, no call centre.

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