Beat the Heat
2 December 2024
Beat the Heat This Summer: Choosing the Right Cooling System for Your Home
With summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to install a top-quality heat pump in your home. While heat pumps are often associated with heating, they also excel at keeping your space cool and comfortable during the warmer months. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right system for your needs? We’ve broken down the best heat pump options to help you prepare for the Kiwi summer.
Hi-Wall Mounted Heat Pumps
If your goal is to cool individual rooms, hi-wall mounted heat pumps are a popular and versatile option. With power outputs ranging from 3kW to 9kW, these units are widely used in Kiwi homes for their ease of installation and flexibility. Hi-wall mounted heat pumps can be placed almost anywhere with available wall space, providing a convenient cooling solution for any room.
Ducted Heat Pumps
For those looking to cool their entire home, a ducted heat pump system is an excellent choice. These systems distribute cool air through insulated ducts, ensuring a consistent temperature throughout your home. Since the ducting is installed within the ceiling cavity, ducted heat pumps are discreet and won’t occupy any floor or wall space, making them an unobtrusive addition to your home.
Floor-Mounted Consoles
Floor-mounted consoles are built to handle even the most intense summer heat. For example, the Fujitsu AGTV14LAC floor-mounted heat pump boasts a cooling capacity of 5.2kW, ensuring your home stays cool quickly and efficiently. These units are compact and ideal for spaces where wall space is limited, making them both powerful and practical.
Cassettes
While in-ceiling cassettes are a bit more complex to install, they offer a range of benefits that make them a worthwhile investment. These systems are highly energy-efficient, making them perfect for households looking to reduce energy costs. The cassette is installed within your ceiling, with only the grille visible, offering a sleek and unobtrusive cooling solution.
Key Considerations Before Installation
- Total Costs
When purchasing a heat pump, it’s important to consider more than just the initial price. Installation costs, ongoing operating expenses, and future maintenance should all be factored into your decision. At Aeon Energy, our air conditioning specialists provide free home assessments to recommend the most cost-effective cooling solution, ensuring that your installation costs remain as low as possible.
- Size & Location
Selecting the right heat pump also involves considering the size and location of the area you want to cool. Do you need to cool your entire home or just a single room? Are there any obstacles that could affect cooling efficiency? The size and placement of your heat pump can significantly influence its performance and the overall cost of installation.
- Cooling Power
One of the most critical factors to consider is the cooling power of the heat pump. Different models offer various kilowatt ranges, and it’s essential to choose one that matches your needs. Both Gree and Fujitsu offer heat pumps with excellent kilowatt ratings, and as accredited dealers, Aeon Energy can help you select the most powerful and efficient system for your home.
