How to go all electric

Home Owner

Key points

Cost Efficiency: Switching to an all-electric setup means you’ll only pay one service connection fee, instead of two.

Advancing Technology: Electrical technology is rapidly evolving, offering you more features and benefits. Many providers now offer access to green energy. When relocating, it’s an ideal opportunity to secure the best tariff.

Simplified Management: With just one account and bill to handle, managing your utilities becomes easier and more straightforward.

Health: Using gas for cooking and heating can release pollutants that may negatively impact respiratory health and increase the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Home owners smorgasbord

As a homeowner you have the option to completely eliminate gas from your property. We suggest planning your transition by evaluating your existing appliances and identifying when they are due for replacement.

Replacing gas

The effort required to remove gas will depend on how much you use it. Here are some options:

  • Gas Hot Water: Switch to a heat pump and reduce your costs by up to 70%. Details here

  • Gas Cooking: Move to induction cooking—it’s cheaper and safer. See below for more information.

  • Gas Heating: Split air conditioning systems are efficient, cost-effective, and also provide cooling.

Induction cooking

Induction cooking has several benefits that make it an attractive option:

  1. Energy Efficiency: Induction cooktops are more energy-efficient than traditional gas or electric stoves. They directly heat the cookware, resulting in less heat loss and faster cooking times.

  2. Safety: many Induction cooktops remain cool to the touch, reducing the risk of burns. They also have safety features like automatic shut-off and child lock functions.

  3. Precision and Control: Induction cooktops offer precise temperature control, allowing for consistent and accurate cooking results.

  4. Easy Cleanup: The smooth, flat surface of induction cooktops makes them easy to clean. Spills and splatters don’t burn onto the surface, so a simple damp wipe is often sufficient.

The installation of induction cooktops should be performed by a licensed electrician. While we don’t have a specific list of suppliers, we recommend consulting with a local electrical retailer or electrician.

Just like any other appliance, you can conduct online research and read reviews to select a brand and model that suits your needs.

If cost is a concern, consider purchasing portable induction cooktops. Known members of our community have successfully used several models purchased for $125 each from the Apollo Bay Gas and Electrical Store and are very satisfied with their performance.

Electrical wall ovens are widely available and well understood, so we won’t go into details here.

Split system air conditioning

Split air conditioners offer several benefits:

  1. Energy Efficiency: They consume less electricity compared to traditional ducted systems, helping you save on energy bills.

  2. Easy Installation: Without the need for ductwork, split systems are easier and quicker to install.

  3. Quiet Operation: The indoor unit operates quietly, making it ideal for bedrooms and living spaces.

  4. Cost-Effective: Generally, they are less expensive to purchase and install, and they require minimal maintenance.

  5. Comfort: Provides both cooling and heating, ensuring year-round climate control.

  6. Space-Saving: The indoor unit can be mounted on walls, saving valuable floor space.

The installation of split A/C should be performed by a licensed electrician or aircon supplier. While we don’t have a specific list of suppliers, we recommend consulting with a local electrical retailer or electrician.

Just like any other appliance, you can conduct online research and read reviews to select a brand and model that suits your needs.

Local suppliers

We dont have a complete list of local supplier nor do we do recomendations but here are the ones we know

  • Stewart Air Conditioning and plumbing – stewartair.com.au 0449611323 Supply and install of quality energy efficient heat pump hws and air conditioning products utilising all relevant government rebates.
  • Apollo bay gas and electrical do sell a portable induction stive we have seen used in the community

Getting Disconnected

Many people have faced challenges disconnecting their gas service. Fortunately, if you’re in Apollo Bay, apart from being very lucky you likely use bottled gas. Simply have your plumber disconnect the pipes, call your gas supplier, and then enjoy the benefits.

Combining All Your Energy Needs – Saving on Steroids

While getting off gas is a significant win, it’s even better when you combine it with Solar PV and, in some cases, a home battery. With a little planning, this combination allows you to generate and use your own electricity at prices no retailer can match.

FAQ

  • More information here on the government web site

Home owners smorgasbord

As a homeowner you have the option to completely eliminate gas from your property. We suggest planning your transition by evaluating your existing appliances and identifying when they are due for replacement.

Replacing gas

The effort required to remove gas will depend on how much you use it. Here are some options:

  • Gas Hot Water: Switch to a heat pump and reduce your costs by up to 70%. Details here

  • Gas Cooking: Move to induction cooking—it’s cheaper and safer. See below for more information.

  • Gas Heating: Split air conditioning systems are efficient, cost-effective, and also provide cooling.

Induction cooking

Induction cooking has several benefits that make it an attractive option:

  1. Energy Efficiency: Induction cooktops are more energy-efficient than traditional gas or electric stoves. They directly heat the cookware, resulting in less heat loss and faster cooking times.

  2. Safety: many Induction cooktops remain cool to the touch, reducing the risk of burns. They also have safety features like automatic shut-off and child lock functions.

  3. Precision and Control: Induction cooktops offer precise temperature control, allowing for consistent and accurate cooking results.

  4. Easy Cleanup: The smooth, flat surface of induction cooktops makes them easy to clean. Spills and splatters don’t burn onto the surface, so a simple damp wipe is often sufficient.

The installation of induction cooktops should be performed by a licensed electrician. While we don’t have a specific list of suppliers, we recommend consulting with a local electrical retailer or electrician.

Just like any other appliance, you can conduct online research and read reviews to select a brand and model that suits your needs.

If cost is a concern, consider purchasing portable induction cooktops. Known members of our community have successfully used several models purchased for $125 each from the Apollo Bay Gas and Electrical Store and are very satisfied with their performance.

Electrical wall ovens are widely available and well understood, so we won’t go into details here.

Split system air conditioning

Split air conditioners offer several benefits:

  1. Energy Efficiency: They consume less electricity compared to traditional ducted systems, helping you save on energy bills.

  2. Easy Installation: Without the need for ductwork, split systems are easier and quicker to install.

  3. Quiet Operation: The indoor unit operates quietly, making it ideal for bedrooms and living spaces.

  4. Cost-Effective: Generally, they are less expensive to purchase and install, and they require minimal maintenance.

  5. Comfort: Provides both cooling and heating, ensuring year-round climate control.

  6. Space-Saving: The indoor unit can be mounted on walls, saving valuable floor space.

The installation of split A/C should be performed by a licensed electrician or aircon supplier. While we don’t have a specific list of suppliers, we recommend consulting with a local electrical retailer or electrician.

Just like any other appliance, you can conduct online research and read reviews to select a brand and model that suits your needs.

Local suppliers

We dont have a complete list of local supplier nor do we do recomendations but here are the ones we know

  • Stewart Air Conditioning and plumbing – stewartair.com.au 0449611323 Supply and install of quality energy efficient heat pump hws and air conditioning products utilising all relevant government rebates.
  • Apollo bay gas and electrical do sell a portable induction stive we have seen used in the community

Getting Disconnected

Many people have faced challenges disconnecting their gas service. Fortunately, if you’re in Apollo Bay, apart from being very lucky you likely use bottled gas. Simply have your plumber disconnect the pipes, call your gas supplier, and then enjoy the benefits.

Combining All Your Energy Needs – Saving on Steroids

While getting off gas is a significant win, it’s even better when you combine it with Solar PV and, in some cases, a home battery. With a little planning, this combination allows you to generate and use your own electricity at prices no retailer can match.

FAQ

  • More information here on the government web site

Renter

Key points

Cost Efficiency: Switching to an all-electric setup means you’ll only pay one service connection fee, instead of two.

Advancing Technology: Electrical technology is rapidly evolving, offering you more features and benefits. Combining with Solar PV is a double win.

Simplified Management: With just one account and bill to handle, managing your utilities becomes easier and more straightforward. It lets you focus on getting what you want.

Health: Using gas for cooking and heating can release pollutants that may negatively impact respiratory health and increase the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Renters still have some options

As a renter you may not be able to remove gas installations, but you can choose to stop using gas

Induction cooking

Induction cooking has several benefits that make it an attractive option:

  1. Energy Efficiency: Induction cooktops are more energy-efficient than traditional gas or electric stoves. They directly heat the cookware, resulting in less heat loss and faster cooking times.

  2. Safety: Induction cooktops remain cool to the touch, reducing the risk of burns. They also have safety features like automatic shut-off and child lock functions.

  3. Precision and Control: Induction cooktops offer precise temperature control, allowing for consistent and accurate cooking results.

  4. Easy Cleanup: The smooth, flat surface of induction cooktops makes them easy to clean. Spills and splatters don’t burn onto the surface, so a simple wipe is often sufficient.

As a renter, changing all of your gas appliances may be beyond your control. However, if you only use gas for cooking, you can switch to portable induction cooktops. We know members of the community have had great success with several models purchased for $125 each from the Apollo Bay Gas and Electrical Store and are very satisfied with their performance.

Ask your landlord

Many landlords value long term tennancies. They may also be open to improving the propoerty with a more elctric approach as it also improves their leaseability. If you don’t ask you will never know.

FAQ

  • More information here on the government web site