Apricus Heat Pump Hot Water in Port Macquarie, NSW
Looking at a Apricus heat pump for your Port Macquarie home? Installed pricing for Apricus in NSW ranges from $3,000 - $3,250 before rebates, with an estimated $1,660 - $2,420 after all available New South Wales rebates and federal STCs are applied. three to five person households in hard water areas that value a long parts and labour warranty over a spec sheet.
Apricus is priced below the local average of $4,200 - $6,600, making it one of the most affordable options for households in this area. Combined with available rebates, out-of-pocket costs can be very competitive.
This climate zone offers good year-round heat pump performance. Moderate winters mean only a small seasonal efficiency drop. Most standard heat pump models will perform to specification.
Apricus Models Available
Apricus All-In-One 260L (APHP-R290-260)
Estimated cost in Port Macquarie after rebates: $1,660 - $2,420
How Apricus Performs in Port Macquarie's Climate
Apricus's R290 system handles climate zone 5's moderate conditions with ease. You'll see near-optimal COP performance throughout the year, with only minor dips during the coolest winter mornings.
Noise Levels in a Regional Area
At 43dB, Apricus produces moderate noise. In a regional area, the extra distance between properties means noise is less of a concern than in metro locations.
Pros
- Six years on both parts and labour, from the date of installation
- Electric anode as well as a sacrificial one, which suits hard water
- One model only, so quotes are easy to compare
- 43 dB published sound level
- Australian company with local support
Cons
- One size only, so a large household may need a bigger tank from another brand
- Published COP of 4.13 on the data sheet is below the best R290 units
- The install manual quotes 4.49 for the same model, so ask which test the quote relies on
- Not on the Solar Victoria locally made list, so it earns the lower Victorian rebate tier
Available Rebates for Apricus in Port Macquarie
Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs)
Applied as a point-of-sale discount by your installer. Value varies by system type and climate zone.
Energy Savings Scheme (ESS) Certificates
All New South Wales households. An upfront point-of-sale discount via participating retailers: up to $640 when replacing an electric water heater with a heat pump, or up to $330 when replacing a gas system. The exact amount varies by installer, model and location.
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