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(Part 2 – Ducted Air Conditioners)
A ducted air conditioning system is a significant investment that will keep your home cool and comfortable all year round. Ducted air conditioners have an expected lifespan of up to 10 to 15 years, with some lasting much longer, so it’s important to ensure that your air conditioner is well looked after and operating efficiently to get the most out of your investment.

In warmer climates such as Queensland, a ducted air conditioner may see little to no use through the cooler months of the year. This means that when it’s time to start your air conditioner back up for spring and summer, it’s a good idea to take the time to do some minor cleaning and maintenance to ensure that your air conditioner runs smoothly and efficiently all summer long.

If your air conditioner is due for it’s annual service, now is a great time to book it in with your local air conditioning specialist before summer arrives and they start to get booked out. In the meantime, below are some simple maintenance tips you can perform yourself to ensure that your air conditioner is ready to go for summer.
How To Prepare Your Ducted AC For Summer

Shut Off Power
Before anything else, you will need to completely shut the power off to your air conditioning unit. This includes both at the powerpoint and at the switchboard. Allow at least 30 minutes after shutting off the power before undergoing any maintenance on the unit as this will allow any charge stored in the capacitor of the unit enough time to dissipate.

If you’re not confident in disconnecting the power to your AC unit, do not attempt any cleaning or maintenance to avoid injury.
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There are many reasons why you may need to relocate your air conditioner, whether temporarily while performing renovations, or a permanent relocation to a new residence. An air conditioner is a significant investment that should last around 10 years, so there’s no reason not to move it with you when you relocate.

However, it’s important to ensure that the AC relocation is planned and executed safely in order to protect yourself as well as your home and air conditioning unit.
Top 3 Tips When Relocating Your Air Conditioner
Always Hire A Professional
Whether you’re moving your AC outdoor unit by a few metres or relocating an air conditioner to a completely new residence, always hire a professional. Not only will this ensure that there is no damage to your home or air conditioning unit, it will also prevent the risk of serious injury.

Air conditioners operate using both refrigerant and electricity, making them extremely dangerous when handled by an untrained professional. Relocating an air conditioner requires the disconnection and reconnection of electrical wires. Attempting to perform an air conditioner relocation without the proper training can result in serious damage to both the air conditioner and any persons involved.

That’s why when it comes to relocating an air conditioning unit, there is no option other than to hire a trained professional. Advanced Climate Solutions are your local air conditioning experts. Our team consists of highly qualified and experienced air conditioning technicians as well as trained electricians for all of your air conditioning needs. Call us today on 07 3206 3542 for expert advice and a free quote.
Determine What Type Of Relocation You Need
There are two types of air conditioner relocations, temporary and permanent.
Temporary Air Conditioner Relocation
If you’re looking to temporarily relocate […]

With the significant increase in townhouses and apartment buildings in Brisbane over recent years, the renter’s market has become more competitive than ever. It’s no longer enough to simply purchase an investment property and expect it to stay tenanted as more homes and apartments means more flexibility and choice for renters.

This means that you will need to ensure that your property stands out to potential tenants, is well presented, and has the right features to attract your target renters.

In fact, a well prepared property will not only attract the right tenants, ensuring that your property is quickly filled, it can also increase the weekly rent that you will be able to charge. Creating a property that stands out and is attractive to a wide range of potential tenants will also afford you the luxury of choosing your ideal renters, protecting your investment from rental nightmares such as property damage, broken leases, and more.
5 Simple Home Upgrades To Attract New Tenants
 
1) Add Storage
One of the simplest home upgrades you can make to help attract new tenants to your property is adding storage. This is particularly important in smaller rental properties, such as apartments or townhouses, as well as if you are looking to attract long term tenants. This is because most long term tenants will be looking for a property with good storage capacity to ensure that the house is equipped to accommodate their needs throughout the tenancy.

Consider what areas of your home have the space to add more storage, whether it’s a built in wardrobe, additional linen closet, extra shelving in the bathroom, or built in shelving elsewhere in the home.
2) Add More Light
Adding more light will make your property appear lighter and brighter, […]

An air conditioning system is a significant investment that will ensure your home stays cool and comfortable all year round. Ensuring that your air conditioner is regularly serviced by a professional will help to protect your investment, extend its lifespan, reduce the risk of major repairs or breakdowns, as well as keeping your monthly energy bill down. The question is, when is the best time to service your air conditioner?

Advanced Climate Solutions are your local air conditioning experts, providing affordable air conditioner services Brisbane wide, including air conditioner installations, maintenance and repairs. Call us today on 07 3206 3542 for a free quote.

Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Service Your Air Conditioner
Energy Efficiency
Keeping up with the servicing and maintenance of your air conditioner will ensure that your AC is running as efficiently as possible, saving you money on your power bill. The question is, when is the best time to have your air conditioner serviced?

Scheduling your air conditioner maintenance in the winter or off-peak months of the year is ideal as this is when your air conditioner is not constantly in use, ensuring that it continues to run efficiently throughout the warmer months of the year when it is most needed.
No Breakdowns
Having your air conditioner serviced now is a great way to ensure that you’ll have a cool and comfortable home all summer long. This is because air conditioners tend to break down in summer more often than not as this is when they are used most frequently.

Preventative air conditioning maintenance now, will ensure that any damage or issues with your air conditioner can be identified and fixed before the peak season where your air conditioner will be used much more often, causing […]

Living in sunny Queensland we are fortunate to enjoy a warm, tropical climate for the majority of the year. Though our winters may be considered mild in comparison to many other locations in the world, there are still several months of the year where Queenslanders reach for extra blankets, hot chocolates, and of course heaters.

When it comes to choosing a home heating system in Brisbane, a reverse cycle air conditioner is the number one choice. Not only will a reverse cycle air conditioner keep your home cozy and warm throughout the winter months for a fraction of the running cost of other heaters, it also provides reliable air conditioning throughout the sweltering, humid heat that Brisbane is famous for.

Advanced Climate Solutions are your local air conditioning specialists providing reverse cycle air conditioning installations, servicing, and repairs Brisbane wide. Call us today on 07 3206 3542 for a free quote.
The Benefits of Reverse Cycle AC Heating
Energy Efficient
Reverse cycle air conditioning is an extremely energy efficient way to heat a home. This is because, unlike electric and gas heaters that have to create their own heat, reverse cycle air conditioners extract heat from the outside air.

In a reverse cycle air conditioner, heat is extracted from the outside air where it is absorbed by the refrigerant. The refrigerant is then compressed causing it to warm up further, heating the air that passes through the air conditioner and into the house. The refrigerant is then circulated through an evaporator where it is cooled to begin the process again. Though warmth from the outside air is needed to run a reverse cycle heater, they can still efficiently heat a home in the middle of winter when temperatures drop below […]