WHOLE HOME DUCTED HEAT PUMPS & AIR CONDITIONERS

A whole home heat pump / air conditioner, also known as a residential ducted air conditioning system distributes cool or warm air throughout your home via a network of ducts typically installed in the ceiling. Unlike traditional wall mounted units, whole home heat pumps / air conditioners can distribute air to multiple rooms at once, maintaining a more even temperature throughout the indoor area.

Fujitsu General offers a range of ducted heat pumps / air conditioners featuring quiet operation modes, optional zone control and numerous energy-saving features. For more information on what heat pump / air conditioner would best suit your home, please see our article linked below.

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A whole home heat pump / air conditioner can offer numerous benefits for homeowners.

First and foremost, ducted heat pumps / air conditioners can help maintain a consistent and comfortable temperature throughout the entire home by  distributing conditioned air evenly throughout the entire home. This can help eliminate hot or cold spots and ensure that everyone in the home can enjoy a comfortable living environment.

A whole home ducted aircon system also allows for the home to be divided into separate areas or ‘zones’ with the optional zone controller. Zoning will allow you to have greater control over the airflow around the home and provide flexibility to use your system to suit your living arrangements and lifestyle. This can improve energy efficiency and deliver superior comfort.

Modern ducted air conditioners are equipped with a range of features that help to improve the air quality inside your home, filtering out bad smells and catching harmful bacteria in the process.

Whole home ducted systems can be used for both heating and cooling. Residential heat pumps / air conditioners are particularly versatile, as they can extract heat from the outdoor air and transfer it indoors to provide heating during cold weather, and then reverse the process to provide cooling during hot weather. This makes whole home heat pumps / air conditioners a popular choice for homeowners who want a single system that can handle both heating and cooling needs throughout the year.

With the anywAiR technology ducted zone controller you can have different temperatures in each zone, however, it’s important to note that central air conditioning can only be utilised for either heating or cooling at any given time, not both simultaneously.

Yes, whole house air conditioning systems do require regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity. Regular maintenance can also help prevent breakdowns and extend the life of the system.

Some of the maintenance tasks that may be required for a whole house heat pump system include cleaning or replacing the air filters, checking and tightening electrical connections, lubricating moving parts, and checking the refrigerant levels. Additionally, the outdoor unit may need to be cleared of debris, and the coils may need to be cleaned periodically.

It's generally recommended that Fujitsu ducted heat pump systems receive maintenance at least once per year, ideally before the start of the cooling or heating season. Learn more about how to maintain a ducted air conditioner.

The cost of operating your ducted air conditioners can vary, depending on how much you use it, any external sources of power your home uses and whether or not you take advantage of the system’s inbuilt features for saving energy.

Fujitsu General whole home heat pumps / air conditioners are equipped with numerous energy saving functionalities that can reduce your household electricity bills. Many of our ducted heat pumps / air conditioners include weekly timers, and a dedicated operating mode that saves energy to help reduce operating costs even further.

The level of noise produced by a whole home ducted heat pump system can vary depending on the type and model of the system, as well as the location of the indoor and outdoor units. However, modern systems are generally designed to operate quietly and provide comfortable living environments without disruption.

Indoor units of a ducted heat pump / air conditioner  are typically installed in a central location, and are designed to operate quietly. Most indoor units use variable speed fans that allow them to adjust their speed according to the heating or cooling demand, which can help reduce noise levels.

Outdoor units can produce some noise, but again, modern systems are designed to minimise this as much as possible. Some outdoor units use sound-dampening technology, such as insulated compressor compartments or noise-reducing fans, to reduce noise levels.

A Fujitsu ducted heat pump / air conditioner can be a worthwhile investment for your home. Their ability to provide warm or cool air throughout your home is a noteworthy advantage for many people. Large families or share-houses can also make use of the zoning feature to ensure everyone’s living space is conditioned when and as required. 

A whole house air conditioning system can also pay dividends when you come to sell your home. Buyers looking for homes specifically with ducted air conditioning systems may be drawn towards your home and be willing to pay a premium for a property as a result.