Air Conditioning Melbourne

The truth is that most people don’t have any idea of what to do when their HVAC system fails. When they call on a contractor, they are likely to accept the recommended actions and purchases without question. After all, the experts know best, right? Yes, but it is a good idea for homeowners to understand some of the basics of HVAC systems, so they can ask the right questions and make the best choice for their household.

Homeowners should know about the types and brands of HVAC systems that are available and how to go about choosing the system that works correctly and efficiently in their homes. We have created this guide to help home or business owners make the best possible choice when it is time to choose a new HVAC system.

There is more than one type of system available on the market, and each of these types has its own virtues and limitations.

The newer models of HVAC units and systems are built with better efficiency in mind, but if you are switching out, there will be extra costs for extra equipment and peripherals, such as duct-work, to consider.

If you had been using a boiler unit and are considering switching to forced air, there will be quite a lot of duct-work to be done. Be prepared to pay more in product and labor.

A radiator HVAC, or boiler, heats your house or business by heating water and pushing it through tubes that encircle the rooms of the building. The temp of the water is changed to control the warmth of the area. A radiator may use a few different types of fuel. Namely: natural gas, corn, or fuel oil.

Although a radiator HVAC is fairly efficient, it is not compatible with a central A/C. If you wish to use both, you will need separate duct-work done.

Forced air HVACs also utilize different fuels, such as natural gas, corn, and oil. The system burns fuel, and then its fan circulates the warm air through ducts and vents in the walls and ceilings of the home. This type of heater can use the same duct-work as a working air conditioner.

A heat pump system is most commonly added to an original system. It works by pumping the heat from one area into another. These are known for raising the energy efficiency of the already installed system.

The size of the HVAC matters. If you install a system that is too small for the area it needs to heat, it will have to work harder to do the job and will have a shorter lifespan. If you install an HVAC system that is too big for your home, it will cost you more in maintenance that would otherwise be unnecessary.

The type and size of your HVAC system are only two considerations when choosing a new unit for your home. The efficiency of your system matters even more.

You can choose an HVAC with standard or high-efficiency systems. If you choose a unit with a standard efficiency rating, you will pay less for the initial costs, but HVACs with high-efficiency ratings will last longer and save money on maintenance and utility costs.

You can recognize efficiency by the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, or SEER and by the Energy Star Logo.

The SEER rating tells you how efficient a cooling or central air conditioning system is. If the unit has a rating of over 14, its efficiency is high.

If you want to know if an HVAC system is highly efficient, look the unit over for an Energy Star certification logo. Energy star logos are placed on systems that meet the requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency or EPA, and the Department of Energy.

Regardless of the type of HVAC system you choose, you will have to pay attention to the filter. The filter filters dirt and dust from the air and keeps air quality higher, but it has to replaced in order to keep doing its job. To keep your system running at its best, you should always replace the filter as often as recommended by manufacturers, or at least every couple of months.

In a nutshell, the purpose of having central air conditioners is to keep you comfortable and relaxed. If your AC system is not working correctly and is of adequate size for your room, you may have some AC issues in hand. While you may know that you need to change your air filters, have a smart thermostat and other repair needs, you may not be aware of everything. Do you know you need to recharge your AC? If your system is not working or showing signs of malfunctions, you should check whether you need to restore the refrigerant or not. Here’s what you require to understand about recharging a house AC.

Understanding Recharge

While we will talk later about the time you should consider the recharge of your AC, first, you need to understand what is recharge. In reality, the correct term should be refilling, as that is what we do in the process.
At no time does a recharge include electricity till after the servicing and maintenance and switch on the system. Your AC works with a refrigerant to extract the heat out of the atmosphere. After the transferal of heat, it is available to go into the compressor. However, if the refrigerant is not much or missing, there is no change in temperature. So, a recharge is simply a refilling of the coolant into the arrangement.

Please understand that it is in your interest to have professionals have a look at this maintenance. While you may seem the process is simple, but in reality, it can be a risk to attempt the process if you do not try it properly. According to the provision of the Environmental Protection Administration (EPA), it is mandatory for a person to hold a professional certification to qualify for this procedure.

Indicators that you Need a Recharge

Generally, the system will not deplete in refrigeration and should last you longer than the system itself. The need for recharge arises due to leaks in the system. Now how would you know about the leakages? You may not even inspect your AC daily to see any signs of the leaks. Here’s what you need to look for:

Please understand that it is in your interest to have professionals have a look at this maintenance. While you may seem the process is simple, but in reality, it can be a risk to attempt the process if you do not try it properly. According to the provision of the Environmental Protection Administration (EPA), it is mandatory for a person to hold a professional certification to qualify for this procedure.

Indicators that you Need a Recharge

Generally, the system will not deplete in refrigeration and should last you longer than the system itself. The need for recharge arises due to leaks in the system. Now how would you know about the leakages? You may not even inspect your AC daily to see any signs of the leaks. Here’s what you need to look for:

Recharge or Replacement

Some people find a replacement a better and cheaper option instead of going for a recharge on observing leaks. While it may depend on the size of the leak, you should also take into account other details such as labor costs, parts costs, etc. If it is more expensive than a replacement, then that is a better option for you.

In case you see a leak that is not huge but rather a small opening, the option of recharge is the right choice. In most cases, you will find the cost less to get the recharge at the time when the technician visits your home for the regular AC inspection. At such time it will cost less to get the recharge. Another option to repair the leak is to solder the opening and going for the refilling of the cooling agent. Your best option is to take the opinion of experts and technicians and ask them to give you a price quotation for both methods. When you have both estimates in hand, you can decide what makes the most sense for you. If your AC is very old and you are facing leakage issues and weak cooling, it is better to go for replacement of unit rather than spending money on needless repairs after every few months. After a decade or so an air conditioner has served for the better part of its life and using it further will expose you to many repair and maintenance expenses that will continue till you replace the unit.

Life before air conditioning was fundamentally different than it is today and nowhere near as comfortable. In fact, without air conditioning the modern world as we know it would not exist. But air conditioning is not a natural phenomenon, it depends on a series of complex processes driven by precision equipment and the whole thing requires the training and expertise of HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) technicians to keep it running smoothly. In Melbourne, there are no more qualified HVAC techs than those that work for us.

Unless you have experience with HVAC companies or know someone in the industry trying to find reliable, dependable air conditioning services can be like trying to find the proverbial needle in the haystack. We understand the trepidation many homeowners feel when searching for an HVAC company to service or repair their system and so we strive for transparency in everything we do. You’ll never have to worry about being billed for parts that weren’t used or workers that were never there. We answer any questions you have about the process and always get approval from you before proceeding with work or ordering or installing parts.

Experience, Expertise, and Value

We’re a full-service HVAC company serving the needs of homeowners and businesses throughout greater Melbourne. Our many years of experience mean we have achieved a high level of expertise with all types of residential and commercial air conditioning service in Melbourne including:

• Split systems
• Evaporative systems
• Split Heat Pump Systems
• Packaged Heat Pump Systems
• And more…

Whether you need installation, repair or scheduled maintenance we offer extraordinary value in the form of the highest quality work at the most affordable price.