Whole-home Heating & Cooling
Martin Heating & Cooling install Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning systems across Geelong, Melbourne's West & North West.
When it comes to installing new systems, we understand our customers rely on us for expert advice. That’s why we only recommend brands and models we would install in our own homes.
For personalised advice, call us on 1300 146 525 or fill out our online enquiry form.
Or keep scrolling for FAQs, Features, Rebates, and how much it Costs to install an electric ducted heating and cooling system in your home…
Why Install Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning?
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning is the ultimate all-in-one system. It provides energy efficient electric heating and refrigerated cooling for your entire home.
With a discreet design, the majority of the system is concealed, leaving only the vents visible in each room.
Available in a range of sizes, they are suitable for installation in new and existing homes of all sizes.
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning FAQs
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning is rapidly gaining popularity as the preferred system for both new construction projects, and homeowners looking to upgrade to a comprehensive, whole-home solution.
They are also a popular upgrade with people who are looking to replace their gas ducted heater with electric (which currently attracts government rebates). And those looking to move away from Evaporative Cooling, as refrigerated cooling technology allows you to set and maintain your desired temperature, even on humid days.
Just to clarify, these systems are also known by a few names including: Central Heating and Cooling, Ducted Split System, Electric Ducted Heating and Refrigerated Cooling. Don’t be confused as they are all referring to the same thing.
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.
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.
Each house is unique and needs to be assessed, but a rough guide is:
For a standard sized, single story house with…
- 2 bedrooms: 7-10kw
- 3-4 bedrooms, 1 living area: 12-15kw
- 3-4 bedrooms, 2 living areas: 15-18kw
- Larger house – 18-25kw
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.
If you have a double story house, or an older-style house and wondering if you can install a ducted air conditioning system, it is possible as long as there is room in the ceiling to install the ducts.
Pro tip!
Most people would like the option to heat or cool their whole house at once. In which case you need a unit correctly sized to do this. However, some companies (not us!) quote on a smaller size unit to make a sale, but in the fine print it will say you have to use it with zoning as it can only heat and cool parts of your house at a time. This is fine if that’s what you want, but if it’s not, make sure you ask if it can do the whole house at once!
Do you currently have a Gas Ducted Heater but want to change over to an electric system?
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning is what you will need to install. It’s the only option for ducted electric heating on the market and bonus-it cools as well!
There is 1 exception to the rule, and that’s if you have an Add On Cooler (not to be confused with Evaporative Cooling!), you can convert it to also heat. See details below…
Replacing your Gas Ducted with with Electric
Now is a great time to upgrade, as there are government rebates for removing your Gas Ducted Heater and replacing it with a Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner, which can save you thousands!
We will take care of removing and disposing of your old system, installing the new one and will tak care of all rebate conditions and paperwork.
Your existing ducts can be re-used if they are rated for use with Refrigerated Cooling. If you currently only have Gas Ducted Heating, it is unlikely your ducts would have been upgraded for use with Refrigerated Cooling. Installing new ducts can save you on running costs, we use R1.5 insulated ducts, which are insulated to minimize heating/cooling loss.
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 Add On Cooler to both heat and cool using electricity, with a brand new product from Brivis called SmartSens. And good news is, you can can keep your Gas Ducted Heater but switch between using gas and electricity for your heating.
Check out our Brivis SmartSens page for more information.
Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner Features
Ducted Reverse Cycle systems are designed to meet all your heating and cooling needs. They are perfect for year-round use in Geelong and Melbourne where the weather can be unpredictable. All you need to do is set it at your preferred temperature and the system will do the rest.
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.
WIFI control is very popular feature, and handy if you are out and about and the weather suddenly changes. You can remotely control your aircon to warm or cool the house by the time you get home.
Government rebates, the ability to use renewable energy to lower running costs, and energy efficiency are some of the benefits of electric ducted heating.
Regardless of the temperature outside, Refrigerated Cooling allows you to set the exact temperature you desire, which the system will maintain.
Inverter technology has increased the energy efficiency of electric heating and cooling systems. It means they don’t turn on and off repeatedly like traditional systems because they continuously adjust their output to maintain a steady temperature.
So instead of running at full speed then shutting off when the desired temperature is reached, an inverter system modulates its speed to provide just the right amount of heating or cooling.
This also makes them quieter and extends their lifespan.
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 to install.
See below for information on running costs, government rebates and costs to install a new system.
After a personalised quote to install an electric ducted heating and cooling system in your home? Give us a call or use our easy online quote request form. Our quotes are fully inclusive, including any government rebates you’re eligible for.
The cost to supply and install a Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning system varies depending on:
- The size (in kw) of the Air Conditioning unit your house requires
- How many ducts and vents you need
- Brand
- Optional features you want
We tailor quotes to suit your home and brand preferences, but to give you an idea on costs:
A 13kw Ducted Reverse Cycle system (which can suit a standard 3 bedroom home), fully installed, including R1.5 ducts, 8 Outlets, Wall controller, all parts and labour costs from $9,600 with the VEU government rebate, or $10,940 without.
Or an 18kw Ducted Ducted Reverse Cycle system (which can suit a standard 4 bedroom home with 2 living areas), fully installed, including R1.5 Ducts, 2 Zones, 10 outlets, WIFI, Touchscreen Controller and all parts and labour costs from $11,815 with the government rebate.
Fill in our easy online Enquiry form & receive a personalised quote or call us 1300 146 525
Currently, there are Government Rebates for installing Ducted Air Conditioning.
To qualify for the rebate, you need to replace your existing Gas Ducted Heater with a Ducted Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner.
Rebate amounts can vary depending on what area you live in. And only brands and models which have been assessed to meet certain criteria and approved by the scheme can be installed.
There are certain criteria which needs to be met during the removal/installation process, such as geo-stamped photos which need to be taken during the de-commissioning of the Gas Ducted Heater, so please don’t get yours removed beforehand, we will do it during the installation of your new system. We will also take care of all paperwork and lodge the rebate claim on your behalf.
Please let us know if you have a Gas Ducted Heater and we will include any rebates in your quote.
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.
And of course, they have to pass the “would we install them in our own home?” test.
Ducted Air Conditioning brands we consider to be the best are ActronAir, Daikin, Rinnai and Mitsubishi Electric.
All brands come with a 5 year warranty, except Rinnai which is a 7 year warranty.
What our customers are saying…
Hassle-free Ducted Air Conditioning Installs
From quote to install, our aim is to make your experience as easy as possible.
Our trusted and experienced team follows all installation regulations and manufacturer guidelines, guaranteeing your system is fully compliant and your warranty stays intact
Reach out today by filling in our easy online enquiry form or give us a call on 1300 146 525
Servicing Geelong & Melbourne's West & North West
At Martin Heating & Cooling, we’re proud to service a wide area that spans the Geelong region and half of Melbourne.
Our goal is to deliver the highest quality heating, cooling and hot water solutions to our customers wherever they are located.
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