HEAT PUMPS Vs Solar Hot Water Systems.
Both give the client the Gov. & factory Rebates.
Both are expensive without rebates.
After rebates both cost only $500-$750 more then standard installation.
Heat Pumps use under 4 amps on a Continuous Electrical cycle (Less than TV on standby)
Solar save a little bit more but run the heat element in poor weather at the full 14 + amps to heat the water.
Heat Pumps save 60%+ on your electricity.
Solar can be FREE on a good weather summer, but winter can run to the top of the cost scale.
CONSIDER: Heat Pumps have a warranty of 4-5 years on the tank which is normal & around 12 months warranty on the compressor on top. Some older models need maintenance on electronics but the newer systems have improved and are more efficient.
Solar Systems need to have FROST FREE panels on your roof. It will cost more, but reduce future possible costs from damage claims being rejected by your insurance company. All clients I am aware of who have had frost damage have been unable to receive compensation from insurance companies.
In one recent example my relative installed a solar and in the first few months was hit by frost and their insurance would not cover frost damage and they have now spent more on renewing one of the solar panels.
Both are good systems but I do prefer the Heat Pump as the solar system can be exposed to more weather and may not have suitable insurance cover.
If you choose a solar system spend a little extra to get frost free panels for your roof and make sure possible debri from trees is not a risk.
William.
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