With Australia and Sydney’s unpredictable weather, changing climate and harsh weather conditions, air conditioning is an important commodity in all Sydney homes. Reverse air conditioning particularly can help you combat the cold Sydney winters and the hot, humid Sydney summers. Sydney has some beautiful older home, full of history and charm, but with old homes comes damp, mould and mildew. Air conditioning can help prevent mould, air spores and dust which can cause health problems and exasperate current health conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, impaired immune conditions, and can causing symptoms such as headaches, sore throats, cold-like symptoms, sneezing, coughing, dry or watery eyes and fatigue. If unchecked your perfect Sydney home could cost you both in money and in health.

It is natural for us to believe a mouldy or humid home will ‘dry out’ if you turn up the heating, but you would be wrong. The only way to truly combat humid, wet, moist and damp homes is by great ventilation and correct efficient air conditioning.

Your AC unit can last at least 12 to 20 years but it really does depend on the system, how well you maintain it and where the AC unit is placed. A perfectly installed AC unit, that is serviced once a year, with proper maintenance and repaired when necessary, can last 20 years or longer. We always recommend you have your AC unit stored and installed away from direct sunlight, heat and out of foot traffic to avoid breaking or the need for repair. For outside AC units we recommend you get your exterior air con unit serviced regularly to ensure it’s free from dust, dirt and debris which will help it last and live longer.

Factors that affect how long an AC unit lasts are:

• Correct size air con unit for the space
• The climate and exposure to the elements- high humidity or cold weather
• The level of air con upkeep

Before replacing your old air conditioner we recommend you talk to an AC expert.

You should consider replacing your old air con if:

• Your Air Conditioning System is 10 years or more
• Your air con needs frequent repairs, breakdowns and problems
• You notice a smell or noise coming from your aircon
• You feel your current conditioning is no longer working for you or you’re regularly not comfortable in your home.
• Your circuit breaker keeps tripping

If your air con suffers from the above or is over 10 years old, you may find your air conditioning unit is less efficient and costing you more. A highly-efficient air con system can save you 20% on energy bills. Consider a newer, energy-efficient AC unit with an energy star label contact us on 1300 776 247 or send us a message to find out more about our air con makes and models.

A general rule to find out if it is worth repairing or replacing your conditioner is by multiplying the repair cost by the air conditioner age, if you find that the sum is more than $5000 you should instead consider replacing your AC.

At Proven Air, our air conditioning experts can advise you on all your air Conditioning queries including air con repair and replacement. Our team of air conditioning cooling and heating technicians, have years of experience and are regularly trained and remain up to date on the latest models and technology so we can advise you on the whether it is worth repairing or replacing your current unit. Our fully licensed & professional air conditioning technician can inspect your current air conditioning in a timely manner and guarantee you impartial and helpful advice. Contact our Proven professional today to book your consultation and find out exactly what you need.

Just like Goldilocks, your AC size must be just right. Getting an air conditioning unit that is too small can result in costly air con bills as your air con unit must run harder, faster and continuously to keep up. With all this huff and puff, your AC may still not effectively condition or cool the room with inconsistent temperatures throughout the home. It is trying but you really didn’t give it much chance!

On the other hand, an AC too large can also cost you big, both with the initial financial cost of over-expenditure for the air conditioning unit, and with the continual switching on and off of the AC both manually and automatically (depending on the AC you have), not only is that costly but also can cause wear, tear and your air con to break over time. Air con repair, maintenance, or replacement we can help you with- but preventative measures is always better than having to replace or fix your aircon.

There are many steps to ensure your Air Conditioning unit is right your home such as:

1. Find an air conditioning type that fits your home
2. Estimate the right AC size for your home… Chances is if it looks too big, you need to shrink.
3. Do your air con research including ratings for the HVAC and find out how to match your square footage and size of your home to the recommended HVAC and air conditioning size.

On average:

• A 50 SQM conditioned area of the home requires a 6.5kW air conditioner size
• A 100 SQM conditioned area of the home requires a 13kW air conditioner size
• A 150 SQM conditioned area of the home requires a 19.5kW air conditioner size
• A 200 SQM conditioned area of the home requires a 25kW air conditioner size

Audits don’t always have to mean trouble! Request an energy audit and manual heat load calculation.

And of course, get advice from an air conditioning expert!

At Proven Air our air conditioning experts can help you find the best air conditioning system to cater to your home and needs, with years of knowledge we are your local, friendly air conditioning pals that can ensure all your air conditioning needs are met!

You should replace your AC filter every 3 month for maximum efficiency and if you have allergies. Although, you can leave replacing your air conditioning filter for up to 2 years. How often you need to replace your AC filter can also vary due to the climate, your home, lifestyle, the air con placement and if you find your AC filter is getting dirty more often than usual. When replacing your aircon filter ensure if it the correct size and type to fit.

For more information about AC filters or for help on replacing your AC filter talk to our air con maintenance and servicing experts today!