Storage Hot Water Systems in the Southern Highlands
A storage hot water system heats water in an insulated tank and keeps it ready for when you need it. It is the familiar, proven option, and often the simplest like-for-like swap when an old tank gives up. We supply Rinnai gas storage and electric storage hot water systems to homes in Bowral, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Berrima and across the Highlands.
Like-for-like, without the fuss
If your home was built around a storage tank, a modern Rinnai storage unit in the same spot usually means the least disruption.
Gas or electric storage
Gas storage recovers quickly for busy households. Electric storage can run on an off-peak tariff to keep costs down.
How a storage hot water system works
Water is heated in an insulated tank by a gas burner underneath or an electric element inside, then held at temperature until a tap is opened. Cold water refills the tank as hot water leaves, and the system reheats it. Choose the right tank size and it simply does not run out in normal use.
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Why Highland homes still choose storage hot water
Three things that matter when you are comparing a storage hot water system.
Gas storage hot water
A gas storage hot water system reheats a full tank quickly, which suits families with a busy morning rush. Available for natural gas and LPG.
Electric storage hot water
An electric storage hot water system is simple and reliable, and can be wired to an off-peak tariff so the tank heats overnight when power is cheaper. Small units also suit sheds, studios and granny flats.
Sized to your household
Rinnai storage tanks run from compact 25 litre under-bench units to 400 litre family tanks. Bedrooms are a rough guide, but showers, baths and morning routines decide the right size.
Storage hot water from a local team since 1985
We have been looking after Southern Highlands homes from Queen Street, Mittagong for four decades. Storage hot water is not glamorous, but a well-chosen Rinnai tank in the right spot gives years of trouble-free hot water, and plenty of Highland homes are set up for exactly that.
Storage tanks need a little care over their life, and we offer hot water maintenance across the Highlands so your tank keeps doing its job.
Rinnai storage range
Rinnai gas storage and Hotflo electric storage tanks, with sizes to suit one person or a full household.
Honest sizing
An undersized tank runs cold and an oversized one wastes energy keeping water hot. We look at how your household uses hot water before we recommend a size.
Local to the Highlands
Based in Mittagong and working across Bowral, Moss Vale, Berrima and the surrounding villages. Not driving in from Sydney.
Do we cover your area?
We supply storage hot water systems to homes across the Southern Highlands. If you cannot see your town listed, give us a call and we will let you know.
Call 02 4862 5595Things people ask us about storage hot water
The questions we hear most from Highland homeowners considering a storage hot water system.
Still have questions?
We're happy to talk it through, with no pressure.
How long does a storage hot water system last?
A well-made storage tank typically lasts ten years or more. The warranty on the cylinder varies by model, and we will explain it before you decide.
Gas storage or electric storage hot water: which is better?
Gas storage reheats faster and suits larger households on natural gas or LPG. Electric storage is simpler, cheaper to buy and works well on an off-peak tariff. If you are not on gas and want the lowest running cost, ask us about the alternatives before settling on electric storage.
What size storage hot water tank do I need?
As a rough guide, a 125 to 160 litre tank suits one or two people, 250 litres suits three or four, and 315 to 400 litres suits larger households. Off-peak electric tanks need to be bigger because they heat once a day.
Can a storage tank go outside in the Highlands?
Yes. Outdoor-rated tanks are built for it, and most gas storage units live outside anyway. Frost is the thing to plan for, so pipe lagging and position matter more here than on the coast.
Which storage hot water brand do you supply?
Rinnai, for both gas storage and electric storage hot water. It is a range we know well, with parts and support readily available in Australia.
Don't just take our word for it
We've been looking after Southern Highlands homes since 1985. Here's what our customers have to say.
Ready to talk storage hot water?
Whether you need a like-for-like replacement or want advice on gas versus electric storage, we are happy to help. Call 02 4862 5595 for a quote.