In this article, we take a look at a comparison between two popular air-conditioning modes – split systems and ducted systems. These modes of air-conditioning are both popular on the Gold Coast, and if you’re considering an AC solution for your property, it’s helpful to understand the difference. If you’re like more information or a free quote for an AC installation on the Gold Coast, simply contact our team today!
Overview of Split Systems vs Ducted Systems
Split System AC and ducted AC both have a similar objective – temperature control inside the home. However, the way they go about it is quite different, and understanding the distinction between split and ducted AC is helpful when evaluating an air-conditioning solution for your Gold Coast home or business.
Ducted AC – Discrete Appearance
Split vs Ducted Systems: Cost
Split systems are less expensive than ducted systems, but having said that, they are completely different machines, and their methods of air-conditioning have different outcomes. Cost alone is not a reasonable way to compare them.
Split vs Ducted Systems: Installation
Split systems involve an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. They can be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician (like us!) This design makes them easy to install in existing homes and businesses. Ducted systems on the other hand have an integrated design – the ducts are built in and integrated with the walls, ceilings and floors of the home. This makes them a more reasonable inclusion in a new home, or a renovation, than in an existing, established property.
Split vs Ducted Systems: Extent
Split systems are typically designed to cool a single room, although split system variations such as multi-head splits can be also used to cool multiple rooms. Ducted systems are typically much more extensive, with a ducted network servicing the entire floor or even the entire house. Ducted systems can achieve whole-floor or whole-home cooling, with zoning available in some models to limit the extent of cooling.
Split System AC – Wall Mounted Unit
Split vs Ducted Systems: Cooling AND Heating
Some split systems and ducted systems feature reverse cycle functionality which enables heating as well as cooling. Even though the Gold Coast is renowned for its summery vibe, it does get quite cold in winter and bringing a heating consideration into your AC purchase choice is a choice that will pay off, at least, for one or two months of the year!
Split vs Ducted Systems: Decisions
Making a decision about the best type of air-conditioner to suit your Gold Coast home or business is best done with the help of a professional. We can help you evaluate your premises and goals to determine the best type of AC to suit your needs. Contact our team today to discuss your AC, or organise a free quote for a split or ducted AC system.
