Rheem 180 L
- Great for 1–3 people
- Daytime PV timer integration
- Quiet operation & frost protection
Hot Water & Pool Heating • Mid North Coast NSW
Heat Pumps — Smarter Hot Water with Solar, Batteries & EVs
Cut hot-water costs by using your daytime solar to run a high-efficiency Rheem heat pump. We design residential, commercial and pool systems, integrate timers with your PV/battery, and handle meter/tariff changes and approvals.
CEC-accredited installers NETCC Approved Essential Energy compliant Rheem & Raypak specialists
Why pair a heat pump with your solar?
Run on sunshine
Use a timer or smart relay so your tank heats during solar hours, reducing grid imports.
3–4× efficient
Heat pumps move heat, not make it — typical COP 3+ slashes energy use vs. resistive elements.
Battery friendly
Shift water heating to the day so your battery is saved for night loads and outage backup.
Lower bills, lower emissions
Hot water is often 25–35% of home energy. Electrify it and power it with PV.
Residential Rheem heat pumps
Rheem 270 L
- Ideal for 3–5 people
- High efficiency COP for PV daytime heating
- Wi-Fi/app options via smart switches
Rheem 280 L
- 5+ people or off-peak replacement
- Smart tariff/time-of-use scheduling
- Durable for coastal conditions
Commercial & pool heat pumps
Rheem Commercial
- High output cascades with redundancy
- Load shifting with solar PV + BMS control
- Hot water ROI modelling & metering
Raypak Pool Heat Pumps
- Efficient season extension & year-round comfort
- Integrates with rooftop PV for low-cost heating
- Sized for residential to commercial pools
PV & battery integration done right
We coordinate timers, smart relays and hot-water setpoints with your solar/battery so heating occurs during surplus PV. That means lower bills, better battery autonomy at night, and simple control from your inverter app (GoodWe, Sungrow, Fronius) or a dedicated smart switch.
Typical options at a glance
| Use case | Suggested unit | Key benefit | PV/Battery tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small home | Rheem 180 L | Low upfront + efficient | Mid-day timer to soak PV |
| Family home | Rheem 270 L | Best balance of capacity | Set boost 11am–3pm |
| Large household | Rheem 280 L | Meets peak hot-water demand | Stagger with EV charging |
| Apartments / hotels | Rheem Commercial | High output + redundancy | Load shift via BMS & PV |
| Pools | Raypak Pool | Efficient long season | Run when PV is exporting |
How we deliver
1Site review
Hot-water usage, tariffs, PV/battery setup.
Hot-water usage, tariffs, PV/battery setup.
2Design & sizing
Right tank size, placement, noise & airflow.
Right tank size, placement, noise & airflow.
3Controls & timers
Solar-aligned schedules and smart relays.
Solar-aligned schedules and smart relays.
4Accredited install
Plumbing/electrical to Australian standards.
Plumbing/electrical to Australian standards.
5Aftercare
Maintenance, support & warranty help.
Maintenance, support & warranty help.
Heat pump — FAQs
How much can a heat pump save compared to electric or gas hot water?
A quality heat pump typically uses 60–75% less electricity than a resistive element and far less energy than gas. With solar-aligned timers, many homes heat water for a few dollars a week.
Will a heat pump be noisy?
Rheem units are designed for quiet operation. We assess placement, airflow and vibration pads to keep noise low and compliant with council guidelines.
Can I run a heat pump from my battery at night?
Yes, but we recommend heating during the day with surplus PV. Your battery is then preserved for night-time appliances and blackout backup.
What maintenance is required?
Minimal: keep the area clear, clean the evaporator coil if dusty, and schedule a service every 1–2 years to check sensors, valves and drain lines.
Do you handle tariffs and approvals?
Yes. We can move you to time-of-use/solar-friendly tariffs, add timers, and provide compliance documentation for plumbing/electrical works.
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