Ducted Air Conditioning on the Sunshine Coast

Ducted systems are ideal for cooling entire homes or larger properties evenly. You get consistent temperatures, better aesthetics and the option to zone rooms for improved energy use.

While split systems work well for single rooms or small homes, they can get costly if you install multiple units. Ducted setups cost more upfront but offer quieter operation, centralised control and cleaner design.

Yes, in most cases. The key factor is roof or underfloor space. If your home has a ceiling cavity or room to run ducts, a retrofit can usually be done.

Installers will assess access points, unit placement and structural elements before confirming. Older homes may need additional electrical work or small modifications, but it's a fairly common upgrade.

Servicing once a year is recommended, especially before summer. Regular maintenance includes cleaning filters, checking ductwork for leaks, testing thermostats and inspecting refrigerant levels. Without it, systems can become noisy, less efficient and prone to breakdown.

If you have pets, allergies or live near the beach, more frequent servicing might be worthwhile.

It could be a zoning fault, dirty filters, low refrigerant or duct damage. In some cases, the system may be too small for the space or struggling due to poor airflow.

A technician can run tests to pinpoint the issue — often it’s a simple fix like clearing blockages or resealing a duct join. Don’t ignore it; left too long, small faults can turn into major repairs.

Yes! Modern air conditioners are highly efficient and are able to produce three or more kilowatts of heating or cooling for every kilowatt of energy they consume. While window and split systems are required to carry an energy rating label, ducted air conditioning systems don’t need to carry the label, but they do need to meet minimum requirements for energy performance.

Ducted air conditioners are made up of an indoor unit, an outdoor unit and a series of ducts or vents distributing air throughout your home. Indoor units are concealed from view and filter air through the rooms of your home. The outdoor unit, which is usually installed on the exterior wall of your property, releases warm air and includes a fan. As such, it’s usually installed away from your living spaces.

Our air conditioning servicing involves a detailed inspection of your ducted air conditioning system. We’ll inspect all parts to make sure your system is working as it should and won’t lead to any issues during the year. We’ll also organise cleaning of any filters and the removal of built-up dust and dirt. Removing the germs and bacteria that have collected inside your air conditioner isn’t just good for its performance; it also benefits your health.

Before we finish our service, we’ll test the unit and zone motors to make sure they’re working properly and will check and tighten the connections and observe the system for leaks. At the end of the service, you’ll receive a report on any issues we find and any room for improvement.

We know services do cost money, but with professional inspections of your air conditioning system, you’ll actually save money in the long run. It’s likely your system will run into problems if you don’t organise regular servicing or maintenance with a professional. If you don’t regularly service your air conditioner, it will most likely use a significant amount of energy to pump clean air throughout your home.

If your ducts are clogged or dirty, your air quality could be compromised and your family may develop more allergies and health issues as a result. You might also face problems with your warranty if you neglect your yearly service, and your warranty might even be rendered invalid if you don’t stay on top of maintenance.

Running costs vary, and they mainly depend on the size and type of your system, its energy efficiency, how frequently you use it and for how long, how your home is built, how much you pay for electricity and the temperature you set your thermostat to.

You can effectively reduce your running costs by closing all external windows and doors while using your system, shading your windows in hot weather and during cold nights, and turning your air conditioner on early on a hot day.

Most ducted air conditioning systems come with zoning capability, which allows you to separate your home into sections, or “zones”, for your convenience and savings. With zoning capabilities, you can turn on your air conditioning for the part of the house you want to cool or heat, such as living areas, bedrooms or different floors.