Hot water, smarter living.
Practical guides on energy-efficient hot water, government rebates, smart-home control and getting the most from your HeatWave270.

How a heat pump cuts your hot water bill by up to 75%
Hot water is the second-biggest energy cost in most Australian homes. Here's exactly how heat-pump technology slashes it — and what the savings look like over a year.

Every hot water rebate you can claim in 2025
Federal STCs plus state and territory schemes can knock thousands off an upgrade. The current list, state by state.
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5 things you can do from the Thermastore app
Schedule heating, switch modes, track usage and get fault alerts — straight from your phone. A quick tour of the controls.
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Heat pump vs gas vs electric: which is right for you?
Upfront cost, running cost, lifespan and footprint compared — so you can pick the system that suits your household.
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Make your hot water system last 15+ years
A handful of simple checks keep efficiency high and faults rare. Your seasonal maintenance routine, explained.
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What a heat pump means for a family of six
Bigger household, bigger hot water demand. Here's how the HeatWave270 keeps up without blowing the power bill.
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The 5 smart preset modes, explained
From Holiday mode to Boost, each preset tunes performance to how you live. When to use each for max savings.
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