Hot Water Cost

Is there a hot water rebate in Queensland?

Not from the state right now. Queensland's appliance rebate has ended, and many sites have not caught up.

Last checked

Queensland's Climate Smart Energy Savers rebate is closed. It covered purchases and installations up to 4 December 2023, so a heat pump bought today does not qualify.

What the rebate used to pay

The program gave $300–$1,000 cash back on energy-efficient appliances, including hot water systems. If you see those amounts quoted as current, the page is out of date.

What still lowers the price

The federal Small-scale Technology Certificate discount still applies to eligible heat pump and solar systems. Your installer's quoted price already includes the federal STC discount, so it is not something you claim separately.

Before you accept a quote

  • Ask the installer to confirm the STC discount is shown on the quote.
  • Be cautious of any quote that takes off a Queensland state rebate.
  • Compare at least two quotes from licensed plumbers.