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As plumbers and gas hot water specialists, one of the questions we are asked most frequently surrounds the cost of installing gas hot water systems and what’s involved in gas hot water installation. We’ll tell you in this article.
What’s the Cost of Installing Gas Hot Water Systems
The cost of installing a gas hot water system in your home comes down to three main factors. They are: price of the gas hot water system, gas hot water installation costs and associated tradesmen call out fees, and whether you’re converting to gas from electric or simply installing a new system using an existing line.Price of Gas Hot Water System
The price of the system you choose will influence the overall cost of installing a gas hot water system - regardless of whether it's for residential or commercial use.Current pricing research indicates that you can expect to pay anywhere from around $900 to approximately $1500 if you purchase a system from a leading supplier of gas hot water systems (installation excluded).
The gas hot water system you choose will obviously depend on a number of factors, like your budget, the literage you require, how you use your hot water system among other things so it’s always best to consult a specialist from Fluid Plumbing when estimating the cost of your gas hot water system.
Gas Hot Water System Installation Costs
Regardless of whether you choose to install an electric or gas hot water system, installation costs are pretty similar.On average, you can expect to pay between $200 to $350 for professional gas hot water system installation like you would receive from the team at Fluid Plumbing, however, if you need to replace or repair a gas line, or even convert electric hot water system to a line compatible with gas, the cost of installing your gas hot water system will no doubt fluctuate, so it’s important to consider this beforehand.
What are the types of gas hot water systems, and how will they affect the cost of installing gas hot water systems in my home?
You may not know it, but the cost of installing a gas hot water system is also reliant on the type of gas hot water system you choose.
Good gas hot water systems last up to 10 years, so are well worth the investment even if the initial cost of installing a gas hot water system in your residence seems a little excessive. Invariably, running costs are usually a little less than if you were to choose an electric system, so you are likely to make up the difference over time.
But, before purchasing a system and organising gas hot water system installation, one of the very last and possibly most important factors to consider is the type of system you want to install as cost may influence your decision. Here are the main types of gas hot water systems, and installation cost fluctuations you can expect depending on your chosen product.
Instantaneous Flow Systems & Heat Pump Systems
Instantaneous gas flow systems provide instant heating and cooling of water as needed, whereas heat pump systems use the air surrounding the system to extract heat and supply hot water.Both instantaneous and heat pump gas hot water system installation costs about the same amount.
Solar Gas Hot Water Systems
The cost of installing gas hot water systems that run on solar power, however, are more expensive than your instantaneous flow or heat pump gas hot water system installation as it relies on solar power and solar panel installation.Consulting Professional Gas Hot Water System Installation Specialists
Choosing which gas hot water system installation is right for you can be a difficult decision, particularly if you’re unfamiliar with the process.It’s always important to consult your professional plumber for advice and ensure they are certified to install gas hot water systems (as all staff at Fluid Plumbing and Gasfitting are and should be in accordance with state regulations) before making your final decision.