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Growing up you would have heard your parents say, “We aren’t turning the air conditioner on and wasting electricity”, “it’s not that cold in here” and “just put another jumper on you’ll be fine”. It’s what parents do! However, this common misconception about air conditioners and their running costs may have led to many unnecessary cold days and nights. In a recent study 1], Canstar Blue found that almost two in five survey respondents felt that their air conditioner was the largest contributor of their electricity bill. But just how does your air conditioner running costs stack up against other common household appliances? We take a closer look! Kitchen Appliances Our kitchens often have several appliances that we use daily, however many of these can often cost you more to run daily than your air conditioner including: Ovens which cost $0.63 – $1.33 per hour to run Stoves which cost $0.42…

Summer has arrived and just like the last few, it’s going to be a warm one which will see Aussies turn to their trusted air conditioners to stay cool. Even more-so this year with many people still working from home. While air conditioners are more energy efficient than ever, Aussie’s still spend approx $3.7bn a year to run their air conditioners during the summer months. So, while we’re all looking forward to relaxing on the couch, watching the cricket or Netflix/Stan/Disney+, to help avoid a big power bill come March, we’ve put together 7 helpful tips to help you stay cool while also keeping your air conditioner running costs down this Summer. 1. Minimise The Amount of Space You are Trying to Cool Reducing the amount of space that your air conditioner is trying to cool is one of the easiest and most effective ways to stay comfortable while reducing energy…

Whether you are in the market for a car, a new outfit, a TV or even a holiday (remember those?) we always want the best that we can afford, right? Well, why would choosing an air conditioner be any different? As we approach the warmer months and with many of us spending more time at home, you might be thinking about how you are going to stay cool and comfortable this summer. Obviously, an air conditioner is a great choice but with so many different air conditioner brands out there, how do you know which one to choose? To help, we thought we have put together a quick list of reasons why we (humbly of course) think you should consider Mitsubishi Heavy Industries! 1. Named by Choice® as BEST Air Conditioner Brand Four Years IN A ROW Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is incredibly proud to have been recognised by CHOICE® as…

As we head into warmer months, with many of us still working from home, it’s important to ensure your home office is as comfortable as possible. Not only does this help with mental wellbeing (something we could all benefit from given these weird times), but it also helps improve your mood and boost productivity! We’ve put together a list of 5 handy tips to help organise and prepare your home office for the coming warmer months. 1. CREATE A DEDICATED WORKSPACE Creating a dedicated workspace that lets you separate work from your private life and helps maintain that work/life balance. At the end of the working day leave this space as you would your normal office and only return to it on the next day. While you can easily get caught up in checking that extra email or completing that extra task outside of work hours it is important to…

Ranging from 6.3kW up to 9.5kw in capacity, the Bronte series is our larger split system air conditioner. A customer favourite, the Bronte split system air conditioner packs a powerful punch while also being quiet and efficient. It also includes the same convenient features and functions that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries split systems are known for. But exactly why is the Bronte so well loved? We take a closer look at the key points that we believe make Bronte one of the best split systems on the market. #1 ON PRODUCTREVIEW.com.au While we think the Bronte is the best split system out there – don’t take our word for it! If you visit ProductReview, you’ll see firsthand that customers who purchased it also love it. The Bronte series is currently the #1 rated split system air conditioner on ProductReview, with over 330 reviews and a 4.7 out of 5-star rating. ProductReview…

We know the feeling. It’s a cold winter morning, you’re warm and cosy in bed and you can’t stand the thought of stepping out from underneath the covers. Or maybe you’re at work on a scorching summers day and want to ensure you come home to a nice cool home. Whatever the situation, your air conditioner’s timer functions can help! Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ range of split system, ducted system and ceiling system air conditioners have several convenient timer and scheduling functions that can accommodate your individual needs. These can help ensure your home is the perfect temperature all year round and can also help save on running costs. We go through them below including step by step instructions. ON TIMER This timer allows you to set your air conditioner to turn on at specific time within a 24-hour period. Use this timer to set your air conditioner to turn on…

As we’ve covered in other articles, the quality of air we breathe has a large impact on our overall health and while there are a number of steps you can take to improve the indoor air quality in your home, did you know that air conditioners can assist? With everyone spending more time indoors, it’s now more important than ever to ensure you’ve got the best indoor air quality possible. We take a closer look at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries ‘Clean Air Technology’, which is included in all Mitsubishi Heavy Industries split systems and can help improve your indoor air quality and help keep you and your family healthy. Clean Air Technology What is Clean Air Technology? Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ Clean Air Technology is a combination of several different, yet specialised components, systems and functions within Mitsubishi Heavy Industries split systems that are designed to work in synchronisation to improve indoor…

With the colder weather and the ever-changing COVID-19 situation, now more than ever it’s important to try and keep ourselves and families healthy. While the basics are obvious – regular exercise, eating healthy, plenty of sleep – did you know that the quality of air we breathe also has a huge impact on our overall health? While we’d like to think that all the air, we breathe in our homes is nice and clean, the truth is that there are many hidden pollutants that still find their way inside our homes. These include dust, smoke, pollen, mildew, mould, bacteria and animal hair to name a few. These pollutants and fine particles can have detrimental health effects which range from lethargy, cold’s, sneezing and shortness of breath to more severe long-term effects such as asthma. With these potential effects known, it’s important to try and ensure that ensure the best indoor…

With the Australian Government having announced a new Zoned Energy Rating Label (ZERL) for air conditioners we’ve put together a handy guide on what these new labels offer, how to read them, as well as covering some basics to help you choose the best and most efficient air conditioner for you! What are energy rating labels? Energy Rating Labels (in one form or another) have been around for over 30 years and allow you to compare the energy efficiency and running costs of different household appliances before purchasing. What Is the Star Rating? The star ratings refer to how efficient an air conditioner is in heating or cooling mode relative to other models of the same size. More stars means more efficient when compared to other models of the same size. Most air conditioners are given between 1 and 6 stars however as technology gets better, as does the energy…