Choosing between gas heating and air conditioning can affect your winter energy bills. Victorian homes can use split system air conditioning or ducted air conditioning. An energy rebate in Victoria may also reduce the cost of an eligible upgrade. Reverse cycle air conditioning can heat and cool your home. It may also cost less to […]
Choosing between ducted air conditioning vs split system heating starts with how you use your home. Think about your daily routine. Many households use the living room all day, then move to the bedrooms at night. In that case, room control matters as much as home size. A single split system suits one main room […]
The question “what size air conditioner do I need?” cannot be answered from floor area alone. The same applies if you’re asking, “what size split system do I need?” Room size is a useful starting point, but ceiling height, insulation, windows, sun, climate and connected spaces also affect the required capacity. Choosing the wrong size […]
For Victorian homeowners comparing heat pump vs gas hot water, running cost is often the biggest difference. A well-sized heat pump uses less energy than gas hot water in many homes. It can save even more when you have rooftop solar. The benefit may also grow if hot water is your last gas appliance. Upfront […]
If you’ve been quoted for a new split system or heat pump in Melbourne lately, you’ve probably seen a line on the quote called a VEU rebate. It’s real, it’s a Victorian Government program, and for a lot of homes it takes thousands off the upfront price. It’s also widely misunderstood. It isn’t cash back. […]
