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We are Brisbane’s ducted air conditioning specialists. Over 10,000 units installed.
Crown Power’s directors, Daniel and Vaughn, have over a decade of experience installing ducted air conditioning in Brisbane. Here’s what you can expect:
We install ducted air conditioning systems for a range of property types and sizes, whether homes, offices, industrial, or other buildings across the Brisbane area and throughout South East Queensland. We can assist with retrofitting to existing properties, new build projects and upgrades to existing ducted air conditioning systems. Whatever your needs, we will work with you to determine the ideal ducted air conditioning system for your property. We can also assist with solutions where other air conditioning companies have been unable to do so.
There are a few things we need to consider to ensure that you get the best ducted air conditioning system, including:
After evaluating those important factors, we will suggest a ducted air conditioning system that is specifically optimised for your property.
If you don’t have ducted air conditioning in your home, we can install a quality new system for you. We install ducted air conditioning for a range of property types and sizes, so we can provide exceptional solutions for almost any existing property.
Every property is different, so we start by discussing your needs over the phone. If you have house plans, we normally like to review them as the next step, before arranging an onsite visit to understand the installation options in greater detail. Our assessment typically includes:
At the end of our assessment process, you will have a clear set of options and a great deal of confidence and trust in our team.
Installing ducted air conditioning when you are building a new home is ideal. New build installations make concealing the system much easier and it gives us the opportunity to place outlets in optimal positions.
We have years of experience working directly with builders, developers, architects, engineers and homeowners. Builders commonly engage our team prior to submitting a tender, so we can provide a quote based on the architectural drawings. Homeowners and builders also engage us during the building process, which is fine too. The earlier we are involved, the more options we can provide, so we can make your home as comfortable and efficient as possible.
The installation process can start at the frame stage, as soon as the roof and electrical work are complete. New home installations typically take place in two stages. The first stage is to position the duct work, indoor unit, interconnecting cables and copper pipe. After this, the gyprock can be installed in the new home. We can then return to install the external unit, cut out the ceiling registers (vents) and install the control system, so everything is perfectly positioned and concealed.
We are here to help, so reach out as soon as you can or put us in touch with your builders directly, and we can take care of everything.
If you have an older ducted air conditioning system that needs an upgrade, a site inspection will reveal if we can utilise some of the existing materials including, duct work, zone control system and registers, as well as replacing your indoor and outdoor ducted units.
Depending on the age of the ducted system you are looking to upgrade, a significant reduction in running costs can be achieved with a new ducted system that has Inverter Technology, a high efficiency refrigerant (such as R32), and an Advantage Air MyAir5 zone control system.
After an initial discussion, we normally arrange to come and see your home, so we can assess the existing ducted system and the options for your upgrade. Depending on your specific needs, we can then recommend retaining parts of your old system, extending the existing system or replacing everything. For example, you may want to extend the system’s reach by cooling a larger area in your home, in which case we’ll install a unit with higher capacity, and lengthen the ducting.
Our quote includes the removal and disposal of any parts of your existing system that aren’t required, additional trade work if needed, the new ducted system units and parts, plus our complete installation process. We manage the whole project and typically complete these installations within one day, allowing you to relax and enjoy your new ducted system.
To provide the best solution, we take these factors into account:
After assessing these factors, we will recommend the ideal ducted air conditioning system for your entire property.
The final cost of a ducted air conditioning system depends on several distinct factors. Ducted air conditioning Gold Coast prices range from $5,000 to over $30,000, depending on the size and layout of your property.
Here are the primary things that impact the cost of a ducted air conditioning system.
The biggest cost factor is the size of your property. It is determined by the total size of the living area that you want to cool / heat rather than the number of bedrooms. Larger areas require machines with higher capacity, which are more expensive.
Although bedrooms aren’t an accurate measurement of cost, it can be helpful to see a rough cost based on the number of bedrooms in your home, which you’ll find below.
A rough guide to Gold Coast ducted air conditioning cost, by number of bedrooms
Brand is another important consideration when it comes to cost. Major brands like Daikin and Panasonic are considered the industry standard for ducted air conditioning. Quality brands like that are usually more reliable, with more efficient energy consumption, and longer lifespans.
If you are on a tighter budget, there are some inexpensive alternatives. However, those cheaper systems are likely to be more costly over time, with higher maintenance costs and energy use, so it’s vital to think about the lifetime cost of a new ducted air conditioner.
Zone control systems affect the ease with which you can control your air conditioner. Control systems differ from straightforward, button-activated wall-mounted panels, to state of the art mini touch pads, with integrated smart features that allow climate adjustment from tablets or mobiles. Of course, advanced zoning systems are a little more expensive, so you should consider the type of zone-control you want from your air conditioner.
Ducted air conditioners with lower energy efficiency ratings are usually cheaper to begin with, but your energy bill will be more expensive, especially over summer when your system gets frequent use. Consider more energy-efficient machines as an investment—you spend more initially, but then you enjoy lower power costs and the chance to save big over the lifetime of the machine while avoiding regular maintenance. We always advise our customers to consider lifetime costs when purchasing a new ducted air conditioning system. Often, it’s a better way to save money.
Ducted air conditioners have different operational costs depending on:
For an approximate estimate of running costs, consider the following standard setup:
With those figures, we can calculate that the ducted air conditioning system will use 960kW per quarter (8kW x 120 hours), which comes to a total of $211 ($844 for the year), at 22c per kWh. Of course, that’s only an example and running costs do vary from one machine to another depending on usage. However, it provides an example of just how energy-efficient your new Gold Coast ducted air conditioning system could be.
Ducted air conditioning systems draw air from the area that is being air-conditioned and pass that air over a heat exchanger. The heat exchanger cools or heats it, depending on your setting, and then returns the air back to the space you are heating or cooling. The process occurs within the indoor unit, which will be positioned in the roof space. Generally, air circulation is zoned to allow the user to choose the spaces that will be cooled or heated, as well as the temperatures.
Ducted air conditioners are designed to service entire homes, with a central indoor unit, and an outdoor unit. The systems offer you a lower-profile, less obvious heating or cooling experience than standard split system units, which create a ‘“fan effect.” Ducted systems also give you greater control, with house-wide temperature regulation from one centralised device. We have listed the primary features of ducted systems below.
The indoor unit is typically fitted within the roof cavity. It distributes “conditioned” air across your entire home, and consists of a heat exchange coil, fan, filters, and a remote signal receiver.
The outdoor unit is installed to the outside of your home, and is known as the condenser. It operates in tandem with the indoor unit, and pumps refrigerant between both. This unit consists of a compressor, heat exchange coil, and propeller fan.
Zones are essentially the rooms or spaces in your home that will be cooled or heated. With a ducted system, you can control which are being cooled or heated at any given time. If you have a zone control system like Advantage Air’s MyAir5, you can even heat or cool each zone to a different temperature.
Ceiling registers (or vents) are responsible for distributing air to each zone, through the ducting (or flex) that is connected to the unit. You can pick your vents according to their design, with a wide range available to suit all types of décor.
To maintain the correct setting in each zone, ducted air conditioning has sensors that gauge the temperature.
Wall mounted controllers are the central point of temperature regulation in your home. If you have a larger home (like a two-storey home) you could elect to have multiple wall-mounted controllers. Alternatively, there are smart home accessories that allow you to control air conditioning settings from a smartphone.
Larger homes often need air conditioners that can cool or heat big open spaces, for which ducted air conditioning tends to be more1 energy-efficient compared to a split system. The highest quality systems, such as Daikin and Panasonic, are generally inverter-based, which means heating and cooling are automatically adjusted according to the room’s temperature. As a result, the units only use as much energy as they have to.
In most contemporary ducted air conditioning systems, each kilowatt of electricity translates to at least three kilowatts of heating or cooling capacity, but that does fluctuate according to the system’s energy efficiency.
Modern ducted air conditioning systems can make older split systems sound like a cyclone. In fact, even later-model split systems are usually louder than ducted ones. So, if peace and tranquillity is a priority, ducted air conditioning systems are the way to go (but remember, larger ducted systems can still produce some noise). Visual appeal is important, too, and numerous split system air conditioners are never going to look as good as a low-profile ducted solution. Aesthetic appeal is a great advantage of ducted air conditioning, because the units are concealed in ceiling or floor cavities, which also reduce noise to allow quieter operation.
With ducted air conditioners, you get complete control over each zone from your wall-mounted control pad, smartphone, or even tablet. With smart home accessories, you can even control your ducted air conditioner remotely, which allows you to turn it on when you leave work so your home is nice and cool when you arrive. The same technology even allows you to set a daily timer, so it happens automatically.
Split system air conditioners are mounted to your wall, which a lot of people consider visually unappealing. In contrast, ducted air conditioners are hardly visible, with the units concealed within the ceiling or beneath the floor. The only visible components are the low-profile vents, which you can easily match to your décor.
Ducted air conditioning systems offer improved efficiency, more control and visual appeal, to name a few benefits. All of those factors will increase the value of your home.
With frequent care and maintenance, your ducted air conditioning system should last more than 15 years.
Reverse cycle air conditioning cools and heats, and does so by using a reversible refrigeration cycle. It’s perfect for the Gold Coast, with its warm summers and cold winters.
When you set your air conditioner to cooling, it will operate as normal. But when you set it to heat, it will do two things:
In addition, reverse cycle air conditioners filter and dehumidify air that passes through, which creates healthy and enjoyable indoor climates.
Transform your commercial space with a ducted air conditioning system designed just for you. At Crown Power Air Conditioning, we handle everything, from expert advice and tailored designs to professional installation and long-term support. Whether you’re building, expanding, or upgrading, we’ll create a system that keeps your team and clients comfortable all year round while maximising energy efficiency.
Book your free site assessment today and get a customised quote. Let’s design a ducted solution that delivers comfort, reliability, and value for years to come.
