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Ducted vs Split System Air Conditioning: Which Is Right for You?

Advice from DHG Electrical Services

When it comes to cooling a Queensland home, the two main choices are split systems and ducted air conditioning. The right one depends on your home, your budget and how much of the house you want to cool.

Split systems

A split system cools one room or open area with an indoor head and an outdoor unit. It is the most affordable option, quick to install, and efficient because you only cool the rooms you are using. A multi-head system can run several indoor units from one outdoor unit, which suits homes wanting a few key rooms covered.

Ducted air conditioning

Ducted systems cool the whole home through vents in the ceiling, controlled by zones so you can direct cooling where it is needed. The unit is hidden in the roof, so the look is clean and discreet. It costs more up front, needs roof space, and larger systems may need three-phase power.

Which suits you?

  • Choose split systems for cooling specific rooms on a smaller budget.
  • Choose ducted for whole-home comfort, a seamless look and zoned control.

Installed to standard

Air conditioning work needs a licensed electrician and, for the refrigerant side, an ARC-licensed installer. We size the system to the rooms and install it neatly, so it performs well and runs efficiently for years.

Talk to a licensed local electrician

DHG Electrical Services is a locally owned electrical business serving Moreton Bay and Brisbane. We hold Electrical Contractor Licence 90356, are members of Master Electricians Australia, and back every new install with our lifetime workmanship guarantee. For a free, no-pressure quote, call us on (07) 3205 1752 or request a quote online.

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