Split Systems air-conditioners are a popular air-conditioning solution on the Gold Coast. At Sparks Electrical & Air-Conditioning QLD, we specialise in split system solutions. In this brief article, we take a look at three reasons behind split system popularity – energy efficiency, versatility, and quiet operation. If you’re considering a split system for your home or business, please contact us for any questions or to get a free quote.
We specialise in split systems on the Gold Coast
Energy Efficiency
Split system air-conditions are an energy-efficient cooling solution for your Gold Coast home or business. There are a number of features (depending on the model) that help to reduce costs and improve cooling outcomes. Examples include:
Split System Zoning
Split systems are designed to work with specific rooms, so you can save energy by restricting cooling to these spaces. This will avoid expending energy on cooling rooms that aren’t being used. It’s a targeted solution, reducing energy consumption in comparison to air-conditioning options that cool the whole home, or large parts of it.
Split System Inverter Technology
Maintaining a constant temperature is a much more energy-efficient approach than constant starting and stopping – especially when the constant temperature is within reasonable limits (no super cold or super hot). Modern split systems include operational modes that enable the AC to work less than older models, retaining comfortable indoor temperatures for your Gold Coast home or business.
Direct Airflow
Split system AC delivers the air directly to the targeted room. This eliminates the possibility of loss of energy which may occur in a ducted system, where ducting can lead to leaks.
Air-Conditioning for Established Properties
Split system air-conditioners can be installed into new home builds or easily retrospectively installed into established properties, making them an ideal option for Gold Coast property owners looking to cool down an established home. Other features of splits that make them user-friendly for established properties include:
No Ductwork
Split systems operate without the need for extensive ductwork, a consideration which improves their relevance for established properties. The installation only requires small pipes to connect the indoor and outdoor units, making the installation process quicker and less disruptive.
Split system installation – indoor unit
Compact Design
The genius of the split system is the way they are divided into two units – an indoor and an outdoor unit. The small unit makes for easy and versatile installation inside the residence – even in apartments where space is limited, split systems are a viable option.
Flexible Placement
Split system installation requires placement of both the internal and external units to make the most of opportunities and requirements specific to your residence. Their design is inherently flexible, enabling the configuration to be optimised for needs. We specialise in split system installation on the Gold Coast, and can help you with the design and layout of your AC to get the best outcome.
Quiet Operation
Split systems are ‘split’ – they include an indoor and an outdoor unit. In this way, the fact that the compressor can be located outside helps to reduce noise inside the home related to running the air-conditioner. Other factors that help split systems to run quietly also include:
Quiet Indoor Units
The indoor units of split systems are designed with quiet fans and minimal moving parts, producing only a gentle airflow. Many models are specifically engineered to operate at low noise levels, often below 30 decibels, which is quieter than a normal conversation.
Outdoor unit – keeping it quiet inside the home
Variable Speed Technology
Many split systems use variable-speed compressors and fans, which adjust their speed based on the cooling or heating needs. This reduces the need for sudden, loud starts and stops, ensuring smoother and quieter operation.
Gold Coast Split System AC Specialists
At, Sparks Electrical and Air-Conditioning QLD, we specialise in split system solutions for Gold Coast homes and businesses. If you’d like to discuss a split system for your property, or would like a free quote for a split system, please contact our team – we will be happy to assist you.
