Serving the Illawarra region
- Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama & Surrouding Areas
Serving the Illawarra region
- Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama & Surrouding Areas
Solar hot water systems use energy from the sun to heat water for household use. They typically combine solar collectors with a storage tank, allowing solar energy to contribute to your home’s hot water supply.
At Illawarra Hot Water, we can help you compare solar hot water options based on your household requirements, available roof space, solar exposure and preferred system configuration.
Solar hot water systems use solar collectors to capture energy from sunlight and transfer heat to water.
The heated water is then stored for household use. Depending on the system, the heated water may circulate between the collectors and storage tank through a natural circulation process or with the assistance of a pump.
Open circuit solar systems, also known as direct systems, circulate household water directly through the solar collectors.
As the water passes through the collectors, it is heated by solar energy before returning to the storage system.
Closed circuit solar systems use a separate heat-transfer circuit between the solar collectors and the storage tank.
Instead of household water circulating directly through the collectors, a heat-transfer fluid absorbs solar energy and transfers that heat to the stored water through a heat exchanger.
Solar hot water systems use energy from sunlight to help heat your household water.
Solar energy is a renewable energy source, making solar hot water an option for households looking to use renewable energy for water heating.
When sufficient solar energy is available, the collectors can provide some or all of the heat required to warm the household’s water.
Solar systems use a storage tank to hold heated water for household use.
A booster provides additional heating when solar energy isn’t sufficient to meet demand.
Depending on the property, solar collectors may be installed using different configurations, including roof-mounted and ground-mounted options.
Solar hot water can be a suitable option for homes with good solar exposure and appropriate space for the required collectors.
However, every property is different. Roof design, shading, household demand and existing plumbing can all influence which solar system is suitable.
Solar collectors need access to sunlight. Trees, buildings, roof structures and other obstacles can affect available solar exposure.
The system should be sized according to how much hot water your household uses.
Water quality and local conditions can influence the choice between open and closed circuit solar systems.
If you’re replacing an existing hot water system, the existing plumbing, storage location and collector installation area should be assessed.
The system needs suitable space for the collectors and storage tank.
If roof installation isn’t suitable, a ground mounted solar system may be another option where appropriate space is available.
Solar hot water systems use collectors to capture energy from sunlight and transfer heat to water. The heated water is stored in a tank for household use, with a booster providing additional heating when required.
An open circuit solar system circulates household water directly through the solar collectors, where it is heated by solar energy before returning to the storage system.
A closed circuit system uses a separate heat-transfer circuit. A heat-transfer fluid circulates through the collectors and transfers heat to the stored household water through a heat exchanger.
The main difference is how heat is transferred. Open circuit systems circulate household water directly through the collectors, while closed circuit systems use a separate heat-transfer circuit.
Ground mounted solar systems position the solar collectors on a suitable ground-mounted structure rather than directly on the roof.
Solar systems generally use a booster to provide additional heating when the available solar energy isn’t sufficient to meet household hot water demand.
The appropriate system depends on household demand, storage requirements, solar exposure, collector configuration and installation conditions.
Solar collectors can still receive some solar energy during cloudy conditions, although the available solar energy can be lower. The booster can provide additional heating when required.
Suitability depends on factors including solar exposure, available collector space, household demand, water conditions and the property’s existing plumbing and installation configuration.
Different homes have different hot water requirements. The right system depends on factors such as household size, daily hot water usage, available energy sources, installation requirements and running costs.
Electric storage systems are a familiar and practical option for many Australian homes. They are available in a range of capacities to suit different household requirements.
Gas hot water systems can provide reliable hot water and are available as both storage and continuous flow systems.
Solar hot water systems use energy from the sun to heat water and can help reduce reliance on conventional energy sources.
Heat pumps use heat from the surrounding air to heat water efficiently. They can be an excellent option for households looking to improve energy efficiency.
We supply hot water systems from a range of established manufacturers, giving you access to different system types, capacities, features and price points.
Whether you’re replacing an existing unit or installing a hot water system for a new property, we can help you compare suitable options for your household.
Whether you’re fitting a hot water system to a new build, upgrading an older unit, or switching fuel types — electric to gas, gas to heat pump, or any other combination — we handle the full installation process from start to finish.
All installations are carried out by licensed professionals across Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Nowra and surrounding suburbs.
When your hot water stops working, you want it fixed — not a sales pitch. Our team diagnoses the problem first and gives you a clear explanation of what’s wrong and what it’ll cost to fix before starting any work.
We repair all system types — electric, gas, continuous flow, heat pump and solar — across Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Nowra and surrounding areas.
If your hot water system is beyond repair, losing efficiency, or you simply want to upgrade to a newer, more energy-efficient model, we handle the complete replacement process. We remove your old unit, deliver and install the new system, and make sure everything is connected, tested and running before we leave.
Like-for-like swaps or full upgrades — electric to heat pump, gas to continuous flow, or any other combination.
Illawarra Hot Water provides hot water system solutions for homes and properties throughout the Illawarra region.
Our services include hot water system installation, replacement, repairs and system advice across the local area.
Whether you’re looking for a new system, replacing an existing unit or need help with a hot water problem, our team can help you explore your options.
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Please note: an additional $185 charge will apply if a tempering valve is required.
