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We put all of our focus into residential hot water systems, so you can rest assured that you are dealing with the specialists when talking to us about your next hot water solution. We’ll find the most suitable system for your home, your family and your hot water requirements, all wrapped up with friendly service and buyer protection.


Low Pressure Cylinders
Low Pressure systems are still quite common in New Zealand, especially in houses that are 30 years or older. We have a huge range of sizes available and we can arrange a custom build if you have a tricky size that needs replacement. If your budget allows for it we would recommend upgrading to Mains Pressure for improved performance.


Rheem 180L Low Pressure Hot Water Cylinder Vitreous Enamel 488mm x 1720mm
$1,295.00The Rheem Low Pressure Vitreous Enamel cylinders continue to offer the most reliable long-term solution to water heating for homeowners, landlords and property managers. 2kw Vitreous Enamel 488 x 1720mm *Please note that The Hot Water Shop supplies products nationwide but offers installation services throughout the Canterbury region only. Request Installed Quote


Superheat 270L Low Pressure Hot Water Cylinder 560mm x 1800mm
$1,445.00Low pressure electric hot water cylinders are a good choice for a low cost, energy efficient hot water cylinder to suit a wide range of conditions. 560mm width x 1800mm high. 3kw element *Please note that The Hot Water Shop supplies products nationwide but offers installation services throughout the Canterbury region only. Request Installed Quote


Superheat 135L Low Pressure Hot Water Cylinder 560mm x 990mm
$988.00Low pressure electric hot water cylinders are a good choice for a low cost, energy efficient hot water cylinder to suit a wide range of conditions. *Please note that The Hot Water Shop supplies products nationwide but offers installation services throughout the Canterbury region only. Request Installed Quote


Stiebel Eltron 300L Hot Water Heat Pump 690-1921mm
$4,900.00
- German engineered, designed for New Zealand conditions
- Market leader in heat pump technology since 1976
- Suitable for hard or soft water areas with maintenance free current impressed anode
- Can be installed outdoors or indoors, indoor installation requires 13m3 of clear space
- Single piece design for ease of installation
- Active defrost function to assist operations in cold climates
- Operates in cold climates down to minus 5°C
- Energy efficient operation saves up to 74% on hot water energy use*
- Low power draw at only 2.3 Amps
- Can operate on extended off-peak power and timers where available


Rheem 300l Mains Pressure Hot Water Cylinder 580x1850mm
$1,795.00Designed and assembled in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. With its colourbond jacket, this range is a great solution for both indoor and outdoor installation. Able to connect to a range of Heat Pump and Solar technologies including direct/indirect or top down external heat sources.
- 300 Litres
- 3kW
- 580 x 1850mm
- Indoor and Outdoor Installation


Peter Cocks 180L Mains Pressure Cylinder 560x1295mm
$1,195.00MAINS PRESSURE HOT WATER CYLINDERS Silver Bullet Duplex Stainless Steel mains pressure cylinders are manufactured to meet New Zealand minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) and are independently approved to deliver optimum water temperature and sustained performance. 180L STD 560mm wide x 1295mm high 3kw Titanium element *Please note that The Hot Water Shop supplies products nationwide but offers installation services throughout the Canterbury region only. Request Installed Quote
Mains Pressure Cylinders
One of the most common cylinders in NZ, the mains pressure systems gives you more hot water faster and won’t drop pressure when running two taps or showers. Plus mains pressure will give you ultimate flexibility in tapware choice and future upgrades, such as adding Solar or a Heat Pump to reduce energy use.
Outdoor Cylinders
Modern cylinders are now more efficient and better insulated than ever before. And now we have a range of electric hot water cylinders that can be installed outside your home – perfect if you are doing a renovation and want to free up space for a kitchen, laundry, or linen cupboard. Talk to us today to find out if an Outdoor Cylinder is right for you.


Stiebel Eltron 300L Hot Water Heat Pump 690-1921mm
$4,900.00
- German engineered, designed for New Zealand conditions
- Market leader in heat pump technology since 1976
- Suitable for hard or soft water areas with maintenance free current impressed anode
- Can be installed outdoors or indoors, indoor installation requires 13m3 of clear space
- Single piece design for ease of installation
- Active defrost function to assist operations in cold climates
- Operates in cold climates down to minus 5°C
- Energy efficient operation saves up to 74% on hot water energy use*
- Low power draw at only 2.3 Amps
- Can operate on extended off-peak power and timers where available


Bosch Tronic 160L OUTDOOR mains pressure cylinder 575 x 1512
$1,645.00
Tronic 1000T tanks feature a high performance enamel coating fused to the steel tank at high temperature to improve tank life.
- Durable vitreous enamel lined steel tank suitable for all water types
- Suitable for internal and external installations
- 10 year cylinder warranty, 2 year parts and labour warranty
- Thicker anode extends tank life
- Thick, high quality insulating foam improves efficiency to reduce running costs


Dux Proflow 250L OUTDOOR mains pressure cylinder 620 x 1445
$1,595.00If you’re looking to replace an existing electric storage water heater, Proflo is an ideal solution - available in a variety of tank sizes for homes of all sizes and delivering full mains pressure.
- 250L Proflo
- 620 x 1445mm
- Mains pressure
- Outdoor
- Hard-wearing, tough polymer base, larger anode to increase tank life
- 10 years tank warranty, 1 year parts and labour*
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