How much does a hot water system cost in Geelong?
Most hot water replacements in Geelong cost $745–$5,600
supply and installation
Electric storage systems in Geelong start from $745. Gas storage is $1,125–$3,250. Heat pumps cost $2,800–$5,600 before government rebates — after rebates, expect $1,850–$4,650.
+3.5%
Hot Water System costs in Geelong have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Hot Water System Cost in Geelong
$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 Geelong costs $745–$2,325 for electric storage, $1,125–$3,250 for gas storage, $1,400–$2,800 for continuous flow gas, and $2,800–$5,600 for a heat pump (before rebates). Government rebates can reduce heat pump costs by $800–$1,000+ in most states.
Detailed Pricing — Geelong 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric storage (supply + install) | $745installed | $1,400 | $2,325 |
| Gas storage (supply + install) | $1,125installed | $2,050 | $3,250 |
| Continuous flow gas | $1,400installed | $2,050 | $2,800 |
| Heat pump (supply + install) | $2,800installed | $3,900 | $5,600 |
| Heat pump (after rebates) | $1,850installed | $2,800 | $4,650 |
| Solar hot water | $3,250installed | $4,650 | $6,500 |
| Tempering valve install | $140per job | $230 | $370 |
| Hot water repair (general) | $140per job | $280 | $465 |
| Anode replacement | $185per job | $325 | $465 |
| Old system removal + disposal | $93per job | $185 | $325 |
| Emergency hot water replacement | $1,400installed | $2,600 | $4,175 |
| Running cost (electric, annual) | $465/year | $650 | $930 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Geelong metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.