How much does a hot water system cost in Perth?
Most hot water replacements in Perth cost $840–$6,300
supply and installation
Electric storage systems in Perth start from $840. Gas storage is $1,250–$3,675. Heat pumps cost $3,150–$6,300 before government rebates — after rebates, expect $2,100–$5,250.
+5.0%
Hot Water System costs in Perth have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Hot Water System Cost in Perth
$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 Perth costs $840–$2,625 for electric storage, $1,250–$3,675 for gas storage, $1,575–$3,150 for continuous flow gas, and $3,150–$6,300 for a heat pump (before rebates). Government rebates can reduce heat pump costs by $800–$1,000+ in most states.
Detailed Pricing — Perth 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric storage (supply + install) | $840installed | $1,575 | $2,625 |
| Gas storage (supply + install) | $1,250installed | $2,300 | $3,675 |
| Continuous flow gas | $1,575installed | $2,300 | $3,150 |
| Heat pump (supply + install) | $3,150installed | $4,400 | $6,300 |
| Heat pump (after rebates) | $2,100installed | $3,150 | $5,250 |
| Solar hot water | $3,675installed | $5,250 | $7,350 |
| Tempering valve install | $160per job | $260 | $420 |
| Hot water repair (general) | $160per job | $315 | $525 |
| Anode replacement | $210per job | $370 | $525 |
| Old system removal + disposal | $105per job | $210 | $370 |
| Emergency hot water replacement | $1,575installed | $2,950 | $4,725 |
| Running cost (electric, annual) | $525/year | $735 | $1,050 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Perth metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.