Ducted System

What is Ducted Air Conditioning?

Ducted air conditioning systems are a type of air conditioner that is capable of cooling & heating your entire home. With the indoor unit hidden in the ceiling and the condenser outside your home, ducted air con is a great alternative to split systems. The indoor unit and condenser are linked via interconnecting pipe & electrical components. All you need is a small vent in each room, and a ducted air conditioning system can heat and cool the space as needed.

How to Zone Ducted Air Conditioning

Installing ducted air conditioning is a major investment. That means it’s important to get it right the first time. A professional air conditioning installer will need to design the system to meet your needs, your home’s layout and your budget. At Arctic Blue we take pride in providing the perfect design that will essentially reduce your running costs and it means you’ll have years of trouble-free cooling.

When creating zones for your ducted air conditioning, our installer will consider:

  • Your home’s layout

  • How and when rooms are used

  • Windows and natural light

  • Passive heating and cooling

  • Connected areas like kitchens and dining rooms

  • Central zones that are always supplied air when the system is running

How Do Ducted Air Conditioning Zones Work?

Ducted air conditioners circulate cooled/heated air throughout your home using ductwork installed in the ceiling or under the floor. This ductwork has a series of valves – known as zone dampers – that direct the air where you want it to go. You’ll be able to use a remote control, tablet or smartphone app to select which zones you want to cool.

Once you make your selection, the system opens the dampers and delivers cool air to the zones you’re using.

Can You Add Zones to an Existing Ducted Air Conditioner?

Yes! It’s often possible to add extra zones to an existing ducted air conditioner. Adding new zones isn’t always simple, so it’s better to invest in a system that has all the zones you want the first time around. If you do want to upgrade your ducted air conditioning then there are two things to consider:

  1. Air conditioning output – All air conditioners are rated to a maximum cooling/heating capacity. If you want to add a new zone to your system, you’ll need to make sure the air conditioner is rated to handle the extra load.

  2. Maximum number of zones – Ducted air conditioners are limited on how many zones they can operate at once. You won’t be able to add a new zone if you’re already at your maximum.

It’s also possible to add zones to existing ductwork. For example, if you have a ducted system that cools/heats your entire home without zoning, you may be able to add dampers to the ductwork and create zones. You’ll need to talk to our air conditioning technician to find out whether this is possible for your home.

Stay Comfortable with Ducted Air Conditioning by Arctic Blue!

There’s nothing quite like ducted air conditioning when it comes to Melbourne’s hot summers and cold winters! Capable of cooling/heating every corner of your home, a ducted air conditioner is always there when you need relief. To ensure you get the most from your investment, it pays to invest in a professional installation by Arctic Blue! We are experienced air conditioning technicians specializing in installation, maintenance and repair of ducted and split system air conditioners.

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