A Guide to Ducted Air Conditioning | Kitchener ON

Ducted air conditioning has become the most popular form of cooling in homes and offices across Australia. This is because ducted systems are more efficient than other types of HVAC equipment, such as window or split system. Ducted air conditioning also does not require a lot of installation work from the homeowner (which makes it very appealing). We’ll answer some of the most common questions we receive about ducted air conditioning.

1. What are the benefits of ducted air conditioning systems?

– Ducted air conditioning systems are more energy-efficient, which also means they are less expensive to run

– They can be installed in any room of the house or building for fast and easy installation

– They are much quieter than window air conditioning units

– Air in a ducted system is conditioned before it enters your home

2. How does a ducted system work?

A ducted system works by moving air through the use of a heat exchanger. The hot or cold air is fed into one side of the coil, then moves across it to adjust its temperature before being blown out on the other side. Air travels through ducts in your home and releases directly onto walls, ceilings and floors via ventilator grilles.

The air is blown out of the vents in a room onto walls, ceilings and floors to cool it down or heat up rooms efficiently. This process works because hot air rises while cold air sinks. So by blowing hot air upwards through ducts toward the ceiling, you effectively move it away from where people are sitting on chairs and sofas.

This can work the other way too – cold air is blown out of vents on walls and floors onto ceilings, where it sinks down to evaporate any moisture in your ceiling as well as cool down rooms effectively.

3. When do I need to replace my existing centralised heating and cooling system with a new one?

If your existing system is more than 15 years old it’s recommended that you replace the entire unit. The lifespan of a centralised heating and cooling system will vary depending on how often it has been used, but if yours hasn’t been serviced in over five years or needs to be replaced due to long term neglect then it may have

4) What are the drawbacks of owning an individual heating and cooling unit that isn’t part of a centralised HVAC system?

Owning an individual heating and cooling unit that isn’t part of a centralized HVAC system is more costly to install, maintain, and operate. This could be as much as 50% higher than if the homeowners were able to share energy costs with their neighbours. You would require ducts for fresh air intake or exhaust (depending on the unit). You would also need an electrician to install the ducts and a plumber or HVAC technician for any repairs.

Furthermore, there is the issue of more noise and localized poor air quality. Ducted systems typically have a filter to suck in fresh air at the top of the house and blow it out through vents near your flooring or furniture. Individual units do not have this feature so you are free to pollute your own home with dusty, smoky air.

5) Should I hire someone to install my individual heating and cooling units or do it myself ?

It’s often a good idea to hire someone who is trained in air conditioning installation. The team at DACS are your local go to, professionals trained to know the best way to install your ducts and individual units, which can save you time and money later on. You also want them to have experience with all different types of brands so they’re able to identify any potential issues or problems that might come up.

Talk to the team at Dacs, they are licensed and certified and have more than five years of experience in the industry, as well as are highly knowledgeable on ducted air conditioning installation best practices.

Ducted air conditioning systems are a great option for many homes because they offer the highest efficiency ratings on your heating and cooling. If you live in an older home, it may be time to replace that old centralised system with a new one. It’s cheaper than installing individual units in every room of your house, but not as cost-effective if you’re renting or don’t have much money to spend on installation costs upfront. The best way to decide is by talking to experts like Dacs about what will work best for your needs and budget! Reach out today and we’ll get started planning the perfect ductless HVAC solution for your home.