How much does a hot water system cost in Canberra?
Most hot water replacements in Canberra cost $880–$6,600
supply and installation
Electric storage systems in Canberra start from $880. Gas storage is $1,325–$3,850. Heat pumps cost $3,300–$6,600 before government rebates — after rebates, expect $2,200–$5,500.
+3.2%
Hot Water System costs in Canberra have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Hot Water System Cost in Canberra
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A hot water system in Canberra costs $880–$2,750 for electric storage, $1,325–$3,850 for gas storage, $1,650–$3,300 for continuous flow gas, and $3,300–$6,600 for a heat pump (before rebates). Government rebates can reduce heat pump costs by $800–$1,000+ in most states.
Detailed Pricing — Canberra 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric storage (supply + install) | $880installed | $1,650 | $2,750 |
| Gas storage (supply + install) | $1,325installed | $2,425 | $3,850 |
| Continuous flow gas | $1,650installed | $2,425 | $3,300 |
| Heat pump (supply + install) | $3,300installed | $4,625 | $6,600 |
| Heat pump (after rebates) | $2,200installed | $3,300 | $5,500 |
| Solar hot water | $3,850installed | $5,500 | $7,700 |
| Tempering valve install | $165per job | $275 | $440 |
| Hot water repair (general) | $165per job | $330 | $550 |
| Anode replacement | $220per job | $385 | $550 |
| Old system removal + disposal | $110per job | $220 | $385 |
| Emergency hot water replacement | $1,650installed | $3,075 | $4,950 |
| Running cost (electric, annual) | $550/year | $770 | $1,100 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Canberra metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.