Hi,
We currently have a 2 storey house on the Gold Coast we live in. It has window mounted air conditioner in 2 bedrooms upstairs, and a few fans. We would like to get a ducted system and do the whole house which will cost $10k installed – 14.5kw Fujitsu, 8 outlets including 4 downstairs which will need to go through a couple of the warddrobes.
What sort of value would this add? The house is in the mid 500's and I think installing several split systems would detract from the value / presentation of the house.
I think air con is neccessary on Gold Coast, but at moment it will be more a personal choice as we will live in the house for a few more summers.
Thanks
JasonJust a few pointers – how many zones are they going to provide ie upstairs/downstairs or greater degree of control?
How many thermostats (one up & one downstairs), does the system have the capacity to cool both levels simultaneously?
Do you need to install 3 phase power or is this included?
Is there access in your ceiling space to install the ducts for downstairs or are the diffusers going to be below your robes regardless of where they sit in the rooms?
Is the roof insulated? (it will pay to get this done as well to make the unit more efficient).Have you done the cost comparison on using split systems or combining split systems for downstairs & smaller plant for upstairs? This adds to your ability to control the rooms better but will add to your servicing costs.
As for adding value, it won't detract from the house regardless of which type that you install, just make sure that it is effective & don't get rid of the fans as they will supplement the air circulation.
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