Automated climate control
There are a great many ways in which a smart home can use technology to improve and automate climate control. Find out how automated...
Wall or window mounted air conditioners
These single-unit airconditioners are slightly more noisy, but can easily be mounted in a window and don't require a separate compressor/evaporator unit.
Window mounted air...
How to check an air conditioner installer’s licence
It's important that you only have licensed technicians do work on your air conditioners. Find out about the different types of air conditioning licenses.
The...
Cooling checklist
Created and approved by the BUILD.com.au team, this ventilation checklist is designed to guide you through the process step by step—whether you’re just starting...
How to clean heating ducts and vents
Heating ducts carry air all around your house, and vents often get dirty as a result of how much air flows through them. Find...
Reverse-cycle air conditioners: A year‑round solution for Australian homes
Reverse‑cycle air conditioners—also known as heat‑pump systems—have become a go-to choice for Australian renovators. They heat in winter and cool in summer, offering comfort, efficiency, and versatility in one neat package. But choosing the right system and getting it installed correctly involves more than just picking a brand off the shelf.
Noise regulations for air conditioners
An important consideration if you're thinking about installing an air conditioner is how much noise it makes, and how that noise will affect your...
How to clean an air conditioner
Properly cleaning and maintaining your air conditioner is vital to ensuring that it works properly, and that it's as efficient and effective as it's...
MEPS labels and ratings for air conditioners
Air conditioners come with labels these days that indicate how efficiently they're able to cool (and to heat, if they're reverse-cycle models). Find out...
Cooling regulations
We’ve all seen the energy efficiency labels on whitegoods, but what do they mean when it comes to air conditioners? Knowing how to make...