Your local Ducted Air Conditioning specialists
Martin Heating & Cooling install and repair Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners in Geelong & Melbourne's West
When it comes to installing new systems, we understand our customers rely on us for expert advice. That’s why we only recommend products we would install in our own homes.
For personalised advice, call us on 1300 146 525 or fill out our online enquiry form.
Or for those who like to do their own research, keep scrolling for helpful information including features, costs and rebates…
Why Install Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning?
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning provides efficient heating and cooling for your entire home using electricity, making it the ultimate all-in-one system.
They are available in various sizes to accommodate different home sizes.
With a discreet design, the majority of the system is concealed, leaving only the vents visible in each room.
Ducted Reverse Cycle FAQs
Electric Ducted Heating & Cooling is rapidly gaining popularity as the preferred system for both new construction projects and homeowners looking to upgrade to a comprehensive, whole-home climate control solution.
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning is the ultimate in home heating and cooling.
Using just one system, it can keep your entire house at your preferred temperature all year round.
It is comprised of 2 parts, an indoor and outdoor unit, which is sometimes why its called a Ducted Split System.
The outdoor unit is a compressor which works in conjunction with the indoor unit which is located in the roof cavity.
The indoor unit distributes the air which has been heated or cooled to your desired temperature to rooms via a series of ducts and vents in the ceiling.
A Programmable controller allows you set different temperatures for various times of the day and night. Zoning gives you control over what rooms are airconditioned at any time.
The cooling is Refrigerated Cooling, so no matter the temperature outside, the house will stay at your selected temperature.
Due to advances in technology and an increase in popularity, ducted electric Air Conditioners are becoming more energy efficient and affordable.
Whether your vents are in your ceiling or floor will depend on the design of your house, although it is more common to have ceiling vents for ducted air conditioning.
For houses built on a subfloor, underfloor ducts may be an option provided there is adequate clearance.
For houses built on a concrete slab the ducts will need to be located in the ceiling, again adequate clearance will be required.
In order to determine which size Ducted Reverse Cycle unit is required for your home, a member from our design team will need to carry out a Heating/Cooling Load Calculation.
The calculation takes into consideration the size of the rooms required to be heated or cooled, as well as the ceiling height.
Factors such as whether you want to heat or cool the entire home at once, or utilize Zoning also come into consideration.
How many outlets (or vents) you will need depend on your house size and design. Some large rooms will require more than one outlet.
Do you currently have a Gas Ducted Heating and want to know if you can convert it to Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning?
Option 1 – Install a Ducted Reverse Cycle System
In the majority of circumstances, you will need to replace it with Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning.
The existing ducts can be re-used if they are rated for use with Refrigerated Cooling. We use R1.5 insulated ducts, which are insulated to minimize heating/cooling loss. If currently have Gas Ducted Heating, it is unlikely your ducts would have been upgraded for use with Refrigerated Cooling.
However, if you currently have Add On Refrigerated Cooling (not to be confused with Evaporative Cooling), then there is a chance we are able to re-use the ductwork if it’s in good condition.
Option 2 – Convert your Gas Ducted Heater to Electric
Do you currently have both a Brivis Gas Ducted Heater and Brivis Add On Cooler?
If yes, then there is a chance you will be able to convert your gas ducted heater to electric, using a brand new product from Brivis called SmartSens. And good news is, you can switch between using gas and electricity for your heating.
Check out our Brivis SmartSens page for more information.
Features
Ducted Reverse Cycle systems are designed to meet all your heating and cooling needs.
However, there are optional upgrades that can enhance their performance. One upgrade we highly recommend is zoning, which helps reduce running costs and increases energy efficiency.
The only system you need to heat and cool your entire home
We only recommend and install units which are built to handle temperature extremes we experience in Geelong & Melbourne, from hot summers to frosty winters.
Zoning is great for saving on running costs as you are only heating or cooling the rooms you currently need, plus its programmable, so it can automatically turn on and off at different periods.
For example, you might have your living areas as Zone A, which you heat or cool during the day and bedrooms as Zone B which you heat or cool during the night.
Want to know more about the ins and outs of Zoning?
Have a read of our What is Zoning page or ask one of our friendly staff members
You can program your Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner to:
- Turn on or off at certain times
- Run different programs depending on the day of the week
- Set different temperatures throughout your home
Standard Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner features include:
- Heating and Cooling modes
- Programmable controller
- Compatible with zoning
- Quiet operation
Optional features include:
- WIFI – control your unit remotely via WIFI though an app from anywhere in the world with an internet connection
- Zoning – Save on running costs and turn off zones you are not currently using
- Multiple controllers
- Touch screen controllers
- Room temperature sensors – sense the temperature in each room rather from the wall controller location/s
- Vertical discharge Outdoor Unit – perfect for tight spaces such as close fences
- Wall brackets – to mount the Outdoor Unit to the wall
Installation Costs, Running Costs & Rebates
Due to advances in technology and an increase in popularity, Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners are becoming more energy efficient and affordable.
When obtaining a quote, it’s essential it contains everything you need with no hidden costs. All of our quotes are fully inclusive, including your chosen system, labour, electrical works if required and any government rebates you qualify for.
The cost to supply and install Ducted Reverse Air Conditioning varies depending on:
- The size of the ducted reverse cycle system your house requires
- Whether its a new install (where you need ducts & vents installed) or a replacement unit
- How many ducts and vents you need
- Features you want
New 13kw Ducted Reverse Cycle Systems which can suit a standard 3-4 bedroom home start from $10,940
Or $9,600 with Government Rebates.
Currently, there are Government Rebates available when you are replacing a Gas Ducted Heater with Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning. As accredited agents, Martin Heating & Cooling are able to access this scheme for their customers. As products need to meet certain criteria in order to be approved under this scheme, only certain models are eligible.
All of our quoted prices are fully-inclusive, with no sneaky hidden costs. That means everything you need for your new Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner, including the unit, parts, ducts, installation and electrician if required.
If you are eligible for a Government Rebate, we will indicate this and include it on the quote.
Fill in our easy online Enquiry form & receive a personalised quote or call us 1300 146 525
Currently, there are Government Rebates available when you are replacing a Gas Ducted Heater with Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning, so please let us know if you would like to do this and we will include any rebates in your quote.
Rebate amounts vary depending on what area you live in and, as products need to meet certain criteria in order to be approved under this scheme, only certain brands and models are eligible.
The running costs of your Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner will depend on various factors including:
- Your house size
- Your electricity tariff
- The star rating of your air conditioner
- How often you use it and for how long
- If you have zoning
Check out our Heating & Cooling System Selection guide for current estimated hourly running costs
We only recommend and install heating & cooling systems which have a proven track record for quality, value for money and longevity.
Ducted Air Conditioning brands we work with include ActronAir, Daikin, Rinnai and Mitsubishi Electric.
Hassle-free Installs
Our aim is to make your Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning Install experience as smooth as possible.
If you are looking for a trusted, experienced team who follows all installation regulations and manufacturer guidelines to ensure your system is compliant and your warranty remains valid, contact the team at Martin Heating and Cooling.
Reach out today by filling in our easy online enquiry form or give us a call on 1300 146 525
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