Hot Water Systems for Central Coast

Conventional gas or electric water heating are significant contributors to energy use and costs in your house. Using energy from the sun to heat water is an effective way to use Australia’s ample sunshine to provide cost-effective and reliable hot water, helping you save energy, money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Solar water heating is a simple and efficient process where energy from the sun is captured to heat water for your home.

As an authorised Solahart dealer, Solahart Central Coast is proud to offer you the best solar water heating systems and you can choose between efficient roof-mounted tanks or slimline split-systems to minimise the visual impact on your home.

Meanwhile, a Solahart Atmos Heat Pump is an energy efficient water heater designed to be installed in areas where solar hot water systems may not be suitable. It is a smart renewable energy solution to replace your gas or electric water heater. It works much like a reverse cycle air-conditioner in that the surrounding air is the heat source rather than the sun. Solahart Atmos Heat Pump provides reliable hot water for your family and is suitable for residential applications where you require energy efficient hot water, without the need for roof space.

If you have excess PV, then the latest innovation from Solahart might be just what you need. Introducing Solahart PowerStore®; Australia’s first solar-smart electric water heater. Solahart PowerStore works with a solar power system where together with a power meter, it captures excess solar energy and turns it into hot water, rather than allowing it to be sent back to the grid. Like a battery, it stores energy – but it’s more affordable. And because a Solahart PowerStore system minimises the amount of power you draw from the grid, it is also designed to reduce your household energy bills.

Roof Top Solar Hot Water Systems

Solahart
L Series

Our most popular system, designed to provide economical service in medium to high solar gain areas.

Solahart
SP Series

Frost protected system, designed for use in medium to high solar gain areas.

Solahart
LCSD Series

Mid-range model for use in low to medium solar gain areas.

Solahart
CS13C Series

Higher efficiency for use in low to medium solar gain areas.

Rheem
52D Series

Entry level model for
high solar gain areas.

Rheem
52C Series

Entry level frost protected model for high solar gain areas.

Split System Solar Hot Water Systems

Streamline
MLV Series

Split system solar for areas of
medium to high solar gain.

Streamline
MCS07V Series

Split system solar for areas of
low to medium solar gain.

Streamline
RLX Series

Split solar system designed for areas of medium to high solar gain.

Streamline
RCS Series

Split system solar for areas of
low to medium solar gain.

Rheem
Premier Loline

Split solar system designed for cooler climates and all weather conditions.

Solar-Ready Hot Water Systems

Streamline Solar-Ready Water Heater

Emergency Hot Water Replacement + 10-Year Tank Warranty

Heat Pumps

Solahart
Atmos

Energy efficient heat pump with a low side mounted heat pump module.

Solahart
Atmos-Frost

Energy efficient heat pump
built to be frost tolerant.

Pool
Heat Pumps

Entry level frost protected model for high solar gain areas.

Solahart
Atmos Eco

Energy-efficient alternative for areas where a conventional solar water heater may not be suitable.

Solahart
Atmos Eco 280

The Ultra Low GWP 280 litre heat pump for medium to large families.

Solahart Powerstore

Solahart
PowerStore

World leading smart technology developed, designed and built in Australia.

Top Five Reasons Why Solar Hot Water Makes Sense

There are so many reasons to choose Solahart Hot Water Systems. Here are our Top 5 reasons:

 

Hot water is one the greatest energy drains in your house. A solar water heater could help you save up to 65%^ of your water heating energy consumption.

A Solahart Solar Hot Water system is proven to be more energy efficient than solar power. It uses the heat from the sun to provide cost-effective and reliable hot water.

A solar hot water system works just like a battery, storing energy in the form of hot water, ready for use at a later time. It is the original solar energy storage device, and Solahart has been perfecting it for over 65 years.

To save the equivalent in energy use, a solar water heater takes up a third of the roof space of a standard solar power system^^.

 

Solahart lets you choose between efficient roof-mounted tanks or slimline split-systems, to minimise visual impact.

Frequently asked questions about hot water systems

The Central Coast gets plenty of sunshine, so roof-mounted solar hot water (thermosiphon) is the best fit for most homes—especially those with unshaded, north-facing roof space. It’s simple, proven and highly efficient in our conditions.

If your roof isn’t suitable, there are great alternatives:

Heat pump hot water – Ideal for heavily shaded roofs, apartments/units, or limited roof space. Heat pumps use ambient air to heat water and run on electricity, making them a strong, affordable option where collectors aren’t practical.

Split solar hot water – Good for heritage façades or weight-restricted roofs. Collectors go on the roof while the tank sits at ground level, reducing roof load.

Solahart PowerStore® (PV-ready electric) – Best when you already have rooftop solar panels. It diverts excess solar PV to heat your water, cutting grid use and bills.

Need help deciding? Book a free Central Coast site assessment and we’ll confirm the best option for your budget, home or business.

Savings vary between home to home, but families can save:
• $600-1000 per year on energy bills
Up to 90% of water heating costs
• With additional discounts through government rebates (STCs + NSW ESCs).

Even on the sunny Central Coast, your exact savings will depend on current energy costs, household hot water usage, and the exact system type installed. With an average lifespan of 20+ years and rapidly rising electricity prices, the savings from a true solar hot water system are exponential.

Curious about how much your family could save? We can provide you with a detailed savings calculation during your free home assessment. Call our friendly team on 1300 362 821 to find out more today.

Yes! Residents across NSW, including the Central Coast, can access multiple incentives for switching to a sustainable hot water system:
STCs (Small-scale Technology Certificates): Available Australia-wide
NSW Energy Savings Certificates: Additional NSW-specific rebates for Central Coast homes
Combined savings with Solahart: $1,000+ off urchase price with our Smart Solar Package.

We handle all rebate paperwork for our customers and apply your discounts at the point of sale, so you’ll never need to pay upfront and then wait for your refund.

We offer the highest-quality coastal standard model systems, specially designed to meet Central Coast weather conditions:
Tank warranty: 7-10 years on average
Collector warranty: 10-12 years typically
Expected lifespan: 20+ years with proper maintenance
Central Coast durability: Our systems resist the salt air corrosion otherwise common with beachside living.

Regular 5-yearly maintenance provided by Solahart Central Coast ensures the maximum efficiency and lifespan for your solar hot water system.

We offer a range of system sizes designed to accommodate the diversity of households here on the Central Coast. Ultimately, the right system will depend on your household’s size and hot water usage patterns: For
1-2 people: 160-180 litre systems
3-4 people: 250-300 litre systems
5+ people: 350-400 litre systems
Very high usage: 400+ litre systems.

We assess your current usage during our free Central Coast consultations to ensure the most efficient model for your home or business.

Absolutely! We offer several options for Central Coast solar-fitted homes:
PowerStore: Integrates with your existing solar to utilise excess energy
Traditional solar hot water: Independent system requiring separate roof space
Heat pump: Solar hot water system alternative – no roof collectors needed, complimenting your existing solar panels affordably.

We recommend PowerStore as being the best choice for most Central Coast homes as it maximises the value of your existing solar investment.

Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency service across the entire Central Coast and Lake Macquarie:
Response time: Within 24 hours for emergencies
Temporary solutions: Hot water restoration while permanent repairs are completed
All brands serviced: Solahart, Rheem, Dux, Saxon, and others
Emergency contact number for Central Coast residents: 1300 362 821

Don’t suffer through cold showers – we’ll get your solar hot water system restored quickly.

Solar hot water works by ‘collecting’ the sun’s heat and transferring this energy to the solar collectors either directly to water or indirectly to anti-freeze fluid, which is used in frost prone areas. The heated water or fluid is then circulated back to the storage tank to provide hot water free from the sun®.

Solar Power (PV panels), on the other hand, rely on sunlight to generate DC electricity, which is fed into an inverter and converted into AC current to power your home.

Although both technologies rely on the sun’s free energy, they have entirely different purposes.

Water heating accounts for around 25% of the average Australian household’s energy use, clearly outweighing other forms of energy consumption.

The great thing about solar water heaters is that they store energy from the sun in a storage tank for later use,
which is in effect, just like a battery. And because they are so efficient, solar water heater collectors take up
about ⅓^ of the roof space needed for an equivalent sized solar power system.

Getting your hot water free from the sun® not only saves energy but also saves greenhouse gas emissions that would have been produced in the generation of that energy. By replacing an electric storage water heater with a Solahart Solar Water Heater, you could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by around 3 tonnes a year*, which is the equivalent of taking a small car off the road.

STCs are part of the government’s commitment to renewable energy. STCs are created when you install and commission qualifying solar hot water, solar/wind power systems or residential solar power systems.

Each STC represents 1 MWh (Megawatt hour) of energy produced. The number of STCs you are eligible for varies
depending on the size of the system you install and your location.

STCs have a market value (which may vary over time) and are tradable; they can be sold, or used to get a discount or cash. Solahart offers an up front discount on the price of a solar power system in return for the STCs.

Of course we service our Solahart products however we also service other brands including Rheem, Dux and Saxon. Get in touch regardless of which brand you have installed and we can help.

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