Rheem Heat Pump Water HeaterReduce your hot water bill by up to 70% with a Rheem heat pump water heater. These systems use advanced heat exchange technology to heat your water, making them an ideal choice for Wellington homeowners looking to future-proof their homes and lower their carbon footprint.
Rheem Hot Water Cylinder Prices in Wellington
Maxey Plumbing is an accredited Rheem Service Centre, supplying and installing the full Rheem range across Wellington City, the Hutt Valley and Porirua. Below are typical installed prices by cylinder type and size, with the exact figure confirmed on-site before any work starts.
What affects the price
Three things drive the final number, more than anything else:
Cylinder type. Mains pressure, low pressure, continuous flow gas and heat pump systems all sit at different price points, largely due to the unit cost itself.
Straight swap or conversion. Replacing like-for-like, same fuel type and similar size, is the cheapest job. Converting between electric, gas and heat pump usually adds pipework, wiring or venting.
Access and location. A cylinder in an easy-access cupboard costs less to install than one in a roof space or under-floor location in an older villa.
A quote given without seeing the site is always a guess. We confirm the real number on-site before starting any work.
Mains pressure cylinder prices
The most common installation for standard Wellington homes on town supply.
Size | Suits | Installed Price |
|---|---|---|
135L | 1 to 2 people | from [$X,XXX] |
180L | 2 to 4 people | from [$X,XXX] |
250L | 4 to 6 people | from [$X,XXX] |
300L+ | Large households | from [$X,XXX] |
Low pressure cylinder prices
Common in older Wellington villas and homes without mains pressure plumbing throughout the house.
Size | Suits | Installed Price |
|---|---|---|
135L | 1 to 2 people | from [$X,XXX] |
180L | 2 to 4 people | from [$X,XXX] |
250L | 4 to 6 people | from [$X,XXX] |
Rheem heat pump hot water prices
Higher unit cost, lower running cost over time. Suits households prioritising long-term energy savings.
Size | Suits | Installed Price |
|---|---|---|
270L heat pump cylinder | 3 to 5 people | from [$X,XXX] |
315L heat pump cylinder | 5+ people | from [$X,XXX] |
What's included in these prices
Every installed price above includes the Rheem unit, removal of the old cylinder, standard fittings, and compliance with current Building Code and Rheem installation standards.
It does not include unusual access requirements, additional pipework for a conversion, or electrical or gas line upgrades, which we'll identify and quote on-site if they apply.
How a warranty repair works
Our streamlined process ensures your Rheem hot water system is repaired or replaced with minimal disruption to your day.
Assessment. We check the fault on-site and confirm the cylinder's warranty status against its data plate.
Claim. If it's a covered fault, we lodge the claim with Rheem directly and order the required parts.
Repair. Once parts arrive, we complete the repair to Rheem's installation standard, which keeps any remaining warranty valid.
Not covered? If the fault sits outside warranty, we'll quote the repair as a standard job before doing any further work, so there's no surprise on the invoice.
Areas we Serve
Area | Coverage | |
|---|---|---|
Central Wellington: Wellington CBD, Te Aro | Same day | |
Western suburbs: Kelburn, Karori, Wadestown, Wilton | Same day | |
Southern suburbs: Island Bay, Newtown, Berhampore, Brooklyn | Same day | |
Eastern suburbs: Miramar, Seatoun, Strathmore Park, Kilbirnie, Lyall Bay, Hataitai | Same day | |
Lower Hutt: Petone, Lower Hutt Central, Naenae, Stokes Valley, Wainuiomata | Same day | |
Upper Hutt: Upper Hutt Central, Silverstream, Trentham | Same day | |
Porirua: Porirua Central, Titahi Bay, Cannons Creek, Whitby, Paremata, Plimmerton | Same day | |
Can’t see your suburb listed? Give us a call on 04 390 0135. We likely have a van in your area and can get a specialist to your door quickly.
Rheem Hot Water Solutions
Why get a quote from an accredited Rheem Service Centre
Installation by an accredited Service Centre keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid, gives direct access to genuine Rheem parts, and means the job is completed to Rheem's own standard rather than a general fit.
We've been installing hot water systems across the Wellington region for more than 20 years, and every plumber on the team is a registered Master Plumber.
What our customers say
Frequently Asked Questions
Why isn't there one flat price for a Rheem cylinder?
Cylinder type, size, access and whether it's a straight swap or a conversion all change the final cost. The ranges above are a genuine starting point, but the exact price is confirmed once we've seen the site.
Is the quote free?
Yes. We'll assess your current setup and give you a fixed price before any work starts, with no obligation to proceed.
Does a heat pump cylinder cost more to run or less?
Less, over time. The unit cost is higher upfront, but running costs are typically lower than a standard electric mains pressure cylinder, which usually offsets the difference within a few years depending on household hot water use.
Do these prices include removing my old cylinder?
Yes, removal and disposal of the existing cylinder is included in the installed prices above.
Can I get finance or a payment plan for a replacement?
Speak to us when you call. Options vary depending on the job, and we'll let you know what's available at the time of quoting.
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Think your cylinder might be covered?
Send us a photo of the data plate or give us a call, and we'll check your warranty status before booking anything in.
Service Area
Wellington City, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Wainuiomata, Porirua
Contact
Email: office@maxeyplumbing.co.nz
Phone: 04 390 0135
Address: 49A Ottawa Rd, Ngaio, Wellington 6035