Using air conditioning for heating
If you are living in Brisbane, you would understand how peculiar the weather conditions are. In summer, it is too humid and sticky and in winter it is so cold. In summers the remedy is simple - staying indoors with the aircon blasting on full. But how do you stay warm in the winter? A reverse cycle air conditioner is actually a very effective way to heat your home through winter. This article discusses the benefits of using reverse cycle air conditioners for heating and what type of aircon would suit your particular climate control needs.
What type of air conditioner is best for heating and cooling your home?
The reverse cycle air conditioners can heat or cool your home using a single appliance. During the summer the aircon draws the heat out of the room and releases it outside, in winter it reverses, drawing the warmth from outside to distribute indoors.
Benefits of reverse cycle air conditioning systems
Reverse cycle air conditioners have many benefits including that they are:
- Energy-efficient
- Cheaper than gas or electric heaters - the heaters use more energy, increasing your power bills through winter. However, the aircon would just have to absorb heat from the outside air and warm the inside air. Hence, they are more energy-efficient and won’t burn a hole in your pocket.
- Can also act as air purifiers and dehumidifiers - many Australians suffer from hayfever and asthma due to pollen, grass or other allergens. The reverse cycle air cons can purify the air and help manage your symptoms.
- One-stop solution for your heating, cooling, and air purifying needs. So you are just installing one appliance and getting multiple benefits.
Types of air conditioning units
Choosing a reverse-cycle air conditioner to meet the climate control needs in your home is fairly straightforward. Most home designs will lend themselves to one style or another for ease of installation and use.
- Split System Air Conditioners - The single split system has a single indoor unit which distributes the heated/cooled air and a single outdoor unit. It can be used to cool or heat one room/area.
- Multi-Split Air Conditioners - The unit has multiple indoor units connected to a single outdoor unit. It can be used to cool/heat multiple rooms.
- Ducted Air Conditioners - These can be used as a whole home/building climate control solution. Multiple rooms can be heated or cooled at the same time using a single indoor unit which is placed in the ceiling space or roof void and distributed throughout the home using a system of ducts.
- Window/wall air conditioners - These all-in-one systems are small units installed in a window or wall and are ideal for small areas. These can be very noisy.
- Portable aircon- As the name suggests, these can be lugged around and used to cool any room. This style is cheap and not very effective.
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Inverter System technology
Modern air-con units use inverter technology to regulate temperature. The AC would start at full steam and cool or heat the room quickly. Once the desired temperature is reached, the inverter regulates the temperature. This technology makes it energy-efficient and quieter than the non-inverter AC units.
How to keep your home warm for less this winter
- Use a reverse-cycle air conditioner instead of a heater.
- Maintain an optimum temperature like 18-20 degrees on the thermostat, so that your room doesn’t get overheated. The main idea is to keep the temperature as close as possible to the outside temperature as every degree cooler can add significantly to your energy bills.
- Ensure that your house does not allow chilly outside air in by using draught stoppers on windows and doors and investing in quality insulation.
Contact your local air conditioner specialists in Brisbane
Keeping you warm in chilly Brisbane winters and cool in the scorching summers is easier with the reverse cycle air conditioners. They offer a plethora of benefits and will help you save all year round. What reverse cycle unit is best for you? We can suggest the best unit and help you with air conditioning installation today on 1300 405 295 or complete our online enquiry form.