When getting heat and air conditioning into your new home construction, you have many options to choose from. Each has unique features, benefits and drawbacks that require careful consideration to determine its suitability for your particular situation and needs.
If your house has ductwork, you probably designed and built it with ducted heating and cooling in mind. But not all ducted heating and cooling equipment are created equal.
Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, also called reversible air conditioning, is a simple and economical way to maintain comfortable in-house temperatures year-round. Read along to discover why it is increasingly becoming a preferred choice for modern Aussie homeowners.
It is a dual-function system
In the past, you had to install two pieces of equipment – an air conditioner and a heating unit – to heat and cool your home. However, this has changed with the advent of reverse-cycle air conditioning.
Installing a reversible air conditioner allows you to heat and cool your home using the same piece of equipment. In summer, your air conditioner extracts heat from your home's indoor environment and blows cold air to keep you cool. In winter, it serves as a heat pump that extracts heat from the outdoor environment and brings it indoors.
It saves space
Heating and air conditioning systems have minimum clearance requirements that must be adhered to during installation. Providing adequate clearance ensures these systems work well.
The space necessary for HVAC equipment installation can add up quickly depending on many different factors, including the type, size and number of equipment you will need to install. If you wish to save space in your home, a ducted reverse-cycle air conditioner will be an excellent option since you use only one piece of equipment for heating and cooling.
It is efficient to operate
Reversible ducted AC systems do not require gas, electricity, furnace oil or other forms of fuel to provide heating and cooling in your home. They remove and bring heat into your home by using a refrigeration cycle.
As long as your air ducts are clean, airtight and adequately insulated, your reverse-cycle AC unit will provide efficient home heating and cooling, minimising your domestic utility bills.
It is a discreet choice for your home interiors
With the indoor unit installed in the attic and the outdoor unit mounted on an exterior wall, a ducted reversible air conditioning system is a discreet choice for your home's interior design. The only part of the system that will be visible inside your home is the decorative wall vent covers from where hot and cold air enters your home.
If you want to learn more about ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning systems, contact an HVAC contractor near you.
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