Ducted Gas Heating In Winter - Everything You Need To Know
Ducted gas heating is an alternative to electric-powered reverse cycle air conditioning as it uses gas to heat the home. It works similar to an aircon where the air is used from outside and converted to heat but uses gas to power the system. Ducted air conditioners using gas is an alternative to people who prefer gas-powered systems over electric or solar. Logicool Air offers professional Air Conditioning Installation services where we will work to install the ducts and vents of gas heating systems inside buildings.
Ducted gas heating pulls in cold air, warms it up, and then distributes the warm air around the home through ducts, vents and grilles. The central heating system is located outside or within roofs and is powered by natural gas. The inclusion of zoning allows ducted gas heating systems to work in different rooms. Ducted gas heating is also energy efficient, effective at warming the home and a great alternative to electricity-powered air conditioning.
What is Ducted Gas Heating?
Ducted air conditioning works by grabbing air from outside then transforming it to cool or warm air and pumping it around the home. Ducted gas heating works in similar ways where the ducted central heating unit is where the cool air is transformed into warm air. A thermostat is used to control the temperature while insulated ducts move the warm air around the home. Vents and grilles are installed at the end of ducts and come in different shapes and sizes to fit different rooms, aesthetics and functions.
How Does Ducted Gas Heating Work?
Gas heating systems that are ducted use one singular heating unit to heat and warm the entire home. This unit is connected to different rooms through ducts located inside the ceilings and walls. The outlet of the duct leads to the grilles and vents and fans blow this air throughout the ducts.
Natural gas powers the ducted heating system where it grabs cool air then converts it to heated air.
For tips and tricks with winter air conditioning and keeping the home warm in the winter months, read our blog for more information.
Comparing Ducted Gas Heating with Other Heating Appliances and Systems
Below is a guide on comparing ducted gas heating systems with other modes of temperature control. The numbers are approximate costs that are based on 900 working hours the appliance is used. However if you need a more accurate annual cost prediction, feel free to contact one of our friendly technicians!
Small Room 10-15 sqm
Heating Appliance or System | Energy Star Rating | Annual Cost |
Small Gas Ducted Heating (3kW) | 2 stars – 5 stars | $155 – $125 |
Portable Electric Heater (2.4kW) | n/a | $450 |
Electric Split System Air Conditioner (3kW) | 2.5 stars – 5 stars | $125 – $95 |
Medium Room 30-40 sqm
Heating Appliance or System | Energy Star Rating | Annual Cost |
Medium Gas Ducted Heating (5.5kW) | 2 stars – 4.5 stars | $275 – $225 |
Electric Panel (4kW) | n/a | $825 |
Electric Split System Air Conditioner (8kW) | 2.5 stars – 3.5 stars | $255 – $205 |
Large Room 60-70 sqm
Heating Appliance or System | Energy Star Rating | Annual Cost |
Large Gas Ducted Heating (8kW) | 2 stars – 4.5 stars | $405 – $330 |
Electric Split System Air Conditioner (8kW) | 2.5 stars – 3.5 stars | $375 – $300 |
Whole House 160-170 sqm
Heating Appliance or System | Energy Star Rating | Annual Cost |
Gas Ducted Heating Not Zoned (23kW) | 3.5 stars – 5 stars – 6 stars | $1,055 – $980 – $895 |
Gas Ducted Heating Zoned (23kW) | 3.5 stars – 5 stars – 6 stars | $790 – $735 – $670 |
Electric Ducted System Air Conditioner Not Zoned (20kW) | Standard – High Efficiency | $1,220 – $1,025 |
Electric Ducted System Air Conditioner Zoned (20kW) | Standard – High Efficiency | $915 – $770 |
Can Ducted Gas Systems Cool?
Gas ducted systems can also come in models that can heat and cool at the same time. Furthermore, a refrigerated air con module can be fitted onto the system to have it cool the home. Retrofitting the air conditioner is how this extension can be added to the gas ducted unit. A fan coil will be connected to the central system and condensers will be installed outside. This type of retrofitting and installation will have the gas-powered system heat and also cool as well.
Professional Sydney Air Conditioning Services
Logicool Air can work with installing ductwork with ducted gas heating in homes and businesses. Our fully qualified technicians will operate effectively during the process and have each duct, vent and grille installed properly and professionally. We have the skills and licensing to work in all types of buildings and will manage the ductwork installation safely.
Our team operates across all of Sydney, from the North Shore to Inner West with our ac services. We also offer reliable Air Conditioning Repair work for us to resolve all kinds of aircon troubles, from broken air grilles to home heating failures. Logicool Air is here to help any aircon ductwork installation in Sydney. Contact us today for a quote and same day inspections!
