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Heating/Cooling buying guides

Having a home that is set-up with efficient climate control throughout all seasons of the year is essential for everyone’s well-being. There’s a great range of heating and cooling appliances available to suit every type of home, no matter what Australian climate you live in. Check out our handy buying guide below which will help you find the right type of heating and cooling appliance to suit you and your lifestyle…

What types of heating and cooling appliances are available to me?
If you’re purchasing a new heating or cooling appliance for your entire home, then you should consider a ducted or multi-head system. If there is only one room that needs attention then a single unit, wall-mounted, or even portable unit may work.

What other factors should I consider when it comes to heating or cooling?
You should check if you can close off areas in the home to maintain the temperature in the most heavily populated areas. Also check if your home is insulated as insulation helps maintain constant temperature in a room. Insulation is also great for keeping your energy bills down. Double glazed windows, blinds or curtains are also big contributors to maintaining the desired temperature within your home.

What should I consider when it comes to installation?
The layout of your home and shape of the rooms, including any walls or barriers that may cause problems with airflow is vital for installation. You will need to work around these physical barriers to ensure the heated or cooled air keeps your household comfortable.

Functionality
Do you want to be able to control the room’s conditions with pre-programmed settings or even control it remotely? Many useful features are also available to suit your needs such as on/off timer, sleep mode, human sensor, remote control, power/heating levels and thermostat.

Design
Does a wall-mounted unit work in your space, or would you prefer ceiling or floor ducting? Will the design of the unit have an impact on the style of your home?

Energy Rating
Investing in a heating and/or cooling system can have an impact on your energy usage and therefore utility bills. It’s important to understand the energy consumption when assessing each system so that you are well prepared to budget for future costs and not end up with a nasty, expensive surprise!

Installation
Take into consideration that most air-conditioning, wall-mounted units or ducted air systems will require a licensed air conditioner professional to install and service your system. The installers should have a license to prove they are certified for installation. This is important for your warranty as it will be void if not installed by a licensed professional. Install and servicing fees are a critical cost that must not be forgotten about within your budget.

Safety
As with most appliances, it’s important to understand the safety aspects of your unit to avoid any risk of a house fire. Some features include built-in cut-off switches, flame resistant, splash proof casing and child proof controls.

Limitations
Some systems require space outside to house part of the unit. Do you have access to this space? For wall-mounted units and ceiling fans, you’ll need to know your ceiling height and wall space. If you’re looking at a ducted system, you’ll need to know roof cavity and/or under floor access. Apartment dwellers will need to find and take note of any Body Corporate restrictions on what appliance they can and can’t have installed in their home.

Quick Tip – The ideal inside temperature in your home in winter is between 18-20 °C and between 23-27ºC in summer. Each degree of difference increases your energy consumption by up to 10%, so make sure you close doors or blinds to maximise your heating or cooling effect.
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Now, let’s explore the wide range of heating and cooling appliances that are available and which of these would be the most suitable for you:

How to choose the right heating & cooling appliance

AIR CONDITIONERS
Whether it’s at home or work, Air Conditioners can make life a lot more comfortable throughout summer, however, there are different types to suit different spaces and overall cooling requirements, including:

SPLIT-SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONER

Suitable For: Multiple rooms and/or an open area

These energy efficient conditioners cool the air by blowing in cool air and expelling the heat outside. There are two parts to these systems, one wall-mounted in the room and an outside compressor.

MULTI-SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONER

Suitable For: Multiple rooms and/or an open area

This is a hybrid of split and ducted system and can heat or cool between two to five rooms at a time. The multiple indoor units connect to a single outdoor condenser.

DUCTED AIR CONDITIONER

Suitable For: The entire home

This is the most comprehensive system to cool and heat an entire home, with ducts running under or through the house. The system requires a compressor installed, which will pump the cool or hot air through your home.

WINDOW WALL AIR CONDITIONER

Suitable For: A small to medium sized room with a window

This style of air conditioner suits small to medium sized rooms, designed to be installed on a wall or mounted on a window.

PORTABLE

Suitable For: Portable single room cooling, heating, dehumidifying and/or air purification.

As its name suggests, this type of versatile air conditioning system can be moved from room to room, providing flexibility. Just note that this type requires ducting via a venting kit mounted to a window in order to expel heat from the room.

UMISSABLE FUNCTIONS & FEATURES Keep an eye out for these handy air conditioner features when purchasing your new unit:

Inverter System
Can cool or heat multiple rooms or an open area, by varying the temperature of air they produce, making them quieter to run. They are expensive to purchase, however, cheaper to run.

Reverse-Cycle
Produces both cold and hot air, depending on what you need, therefore it can provide you a blissful temperature all year long, in every season. It has an outside unit to pump the air as required.

Human Sensor
Some systems come with an in-built sensor which detects when someone is present in the room and it will adjust accordingly. Some sensors can even direct the air to where people are situated. This is a great function for energy saving, as it avoids hot or cold air pumping continuously in an unattended room.

Sleep Mode (On/Off Timer)
Some homes need air conditioning overnight to ensure everyone sleeps soundly, so a timer setting is useful as it efficiently maintains the desired temperature while you sleep. This function is also great for those who don’t want their heating on overnight but would like it to turn on 30 minutes before they wake up in the morning, making getting out of bed a lot easier and more comfortable.

Dehumidifier Mode
Some systems feature a dehumidifier option which is useful if you have an overly humid environment.

Smart Control
Many air conditioner units now come equipped with smart connectivity, run by connecting it with the home Wi-Fi system. As the air conditioner is smart connected, you can control settings, adjust the temperature and more on your heating and cooling from an app on your smart device. Smart control gives you flexibility to control your unit when you’re leaving the house or to heat or cool your home before you get home.

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Heaters are categorised by the energy they use to run – electric or gas

Electric
  • Best for enclosed areas
  • Lower initial cost
  • Energy efficient
  • Quiet operation

Gas
  • Operationally cost-effective
  • Effective for larger areas

Electric

These provide a flexible, safe and reliable heating option for your home. They are not limited to where they can be placed, other than access to an electricity outlet.

Convection heaters

Target: Space heating
Energy efficient and ideal for large spaces. Operates by air convection currents circulating through the body of the heater.

Panel heaters

Target: Large space heating for families with young kids
A cost-effective efficient option, these heaters combine convection heating with radiant technology. They are quiet operators and suit large areas.

Electric fire heaters

Target: Ambient heating with style
The flickering imitation flames of a fireplace can add a beautiful ambience to your lounge room and these heaters give you that without the hassle of having to get firewood and clean it out.

Fan heaters

Target: Single room, fast heating
These are the least efficient heaters, but they are safe and reliable. They work well for single rooms.

Gas

Target: Large space heating with good airflow
These heaters are economical and efficient to use and are generally a cheaper heating option running on natural gas or LPG. They operate through a bayonet connection to your gas supply. If you don’t have one, you can look at the option of having one or more installed. It is important to check with your state regulatory body before purchasing.

Quick Tip – House fires can often start from heaters, so make sure you maintain yours. Keep your unit dust free and make sure you clean the air filters regularly. Some models have alerts and auto-cutoff when filters need to be cleaned.

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Stay comfortable all year round!

Fans offer an effective and easy way to keep cool as the temperature increases while also providing circulation of fresh air through your home. Fans are energy efficient and a great way to save on your next power bill. There are a number of different types of fans to suit your lifestyle, including:

TABLE FANS

Suitable For: Personal Use, Office Desk, Bedside Table, Bathroom
Table fans are a quick and simple solution when you need some fresh air to cool you down at your desk in the office or wherever else around the home. This style sits on a flat, higher surface, like a table or desk and are designed to be easily moved from room to room. It’s a good idea to have a table fan that features anti-slip feet to ensure it stays exactly where you need it when you set it up.

PEDESTAL FANS

Suitable For: Small to Medium Rooms
The most common fan type, Pedestal Fans are very reliable to keep you cool wherever you need it. Purchase a model that has an adjustable height and head tilt settings to help you position air flow to meet your requirements.

TOWER FANS

Suitable For: Medium to Large Rooms
Tall, narrow and taking up little floor space, tower fans are an efficient choice for many rooms, especially medium sized rooms. More often than not, tower fans are a quiet operator, but don’t judge a book by its cover! Tower fans still have plenty of power to keep the room cooled down. Additional features that comes with some models includes thermostat, dust filters, concealed fan blades (or no blades at all!)

AIR MULTIPLIER

Suitable For: Small to large rooms
This type of fan amplifies airflow by 15 times, generating smooth and uninterrupted air flow. Some models offer heating as well as cooling. They come in various shapes and sizes and suit small to larger spaces.

UMISSABLE FUNCTIONS & FEATURES

Look out for some of the below features that are available across a great range of fans:

  • An oscillating and/or tilting head to direct airflow
  • Settings for intensity of the air flow
  • Timer and remote control
  • Safety features such as a protective grill, bladeless fans or tip-over safety device

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Suitable For: Keep warming on the couch or bed

Settle in front of the TV or cosy up in bed with an electric blanket, sometimes also called an electric throw. Powered by batteries, an electric blanket keeps you warm and heats up quickly by the use of a remote control. Available in many sizes with varied heat levels, some electric blankets even come with a dual remote control so you and your partner can custom control your own side of the blanket. Electric blankets are a cost effective personal heating solution if you don’t need the whole room to be heated.

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Stay comfortable all year round!

If indoor air quality is important to you, then Air Purification is something you should consider. While it’s often acknowledged that outdoor air is polluted, indoor air may still contain harmful microscopic particles, viruses, bacteria, pollen, smoke and other pollutants. Air Purifiers or appliances with air purification work by trapping harmful particles and pollutants, filtering and cleaning the air before releasing it back into your home.

Having an air purifier is ideal for most households, especially if you or a household member suffers from asthma, allergies and other conditions such as dry eyes. An air purifier is also suitable for homes with smokers to avoid second-hand smoking, as well as homes with young children and pets, helping you remove any unwanted dust, pollen and allergens that may be carried into the home. Whether you need to clear the air, remove viruses and bacteria when someone is sick or live near a highly polluted area, such as a highway or in the city, an air purifier will help you breathe better.

There are many types of air purifiers which will solely purify your air, while some models of fans, heaters and air conditioners also boast purification functions. To help you easily find the right air purification solution, there are many factors to consider which are outlined below.

UMISSABLE FUNCTIONS & FEATURES

Filter Type
Air purifiers feature filters which trap, filter and remove pollutants before releasing the purified air back into your home. Popular filter types include Carbon Filters, Ionic Filters, UV Filters and HEPA Filters. Each filter type plays a varying role in purifying your air, for example Ionic Filters are ideal for eliminating fine particles such as dust and smoke, and HEPA Filters are suitable for removing small particles that are often invisible to the eye such as allergens, mould, viruses and bacteria. Most air purifiers, fans, heaters and air conditioners commonly feature HEPA filters.

Fans and Speed Settings
Whether you want quiet and unobstructive operation or maybe you need a cool breeze as well, air purifiers often come with various fan and speed settings. As you shop around for an air purifier or a heating and cooling appliance with air purification, keep an eye out for the different modes, for example some fans may have a “diffuse” mode to distribute purified air throughout the room. Adjust the purification speed or the speed of your cooling or heating to ensure your home is comfortable.

Oscillation
Having an oscillating head in your air purifier, heater, fan or air conditioner means purified air can be evenly distributed in your room or home. While you may not always use the oscillation feature, it’s ideal to have it in your air purifier.

Timers
Simply set and forget with various timer settings. Most air purifier models will have timers up to 24 hours so you can set the duration the air purifier will run for. As day turns into night, Sleep Mode will help you enjoy fresh air without the disruption, meanwhile a Sleep Timer can be set so that the purifier powers off when you’re fast asleep.

Noise Level
Enjoy peaceful operation as the air purification cleans the air in your home. Keep any eye out for the operating noise levels, measured in ‘dBA’. As a guide, the lower the number of the noise rating, the quieter it will be, for example, a noise rating of 35-40dBA will be as quiet as a soft whisper.

Smart Control
Conveniently control your air purification with smart controls. Depending on the model, your air purification device may have smart control will can be controlled via an app on your smartphone or smart device. You can choose to remotely make adjustments or power on the air purification before you arrive home. New models may even boast voice control so you can easily control your air purification hands-free. Just make a command with your voice using compatible smart home managers such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

Certifications
Shop with confidence with product certification. Many air purification appliances will be certified to help against common sensitivity concerns such as allergies, Asthma and other respiratory illnesses. The most common certification when it comes to cooling, heating and air treatment is the Sensitive Choice® approved certification, which was developed by the National Asthma Council Australia.

No matter your household needs or the type of room the air purifier will be used in, with so many air purification solutions on the market, you will find the perfect one for your home. View from a selection of air purifiers, read reviews, compare and then find them at your local retailer, all in one place.

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Stay comfortable all year round!

It’s not just the temperature of your home that’s important, but also the quality of the air that you breathe, especially if anyone in your home suffers from allergies, asthma or other respiratory conditions. Humidifiers inject moisture back into the air that circulates around your home, making breathing a bit easier, keeps your indoor plants happy and helps towards decreasing the risk of catching a cold and flu.

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