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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…

When your air conditioner, which has been through the coldest of nights and hottest of days with you, starts to fail you – it’s a sad state of affairs. Coming home from work, switching on your unit and relaxing on the couch just isn’t the same if your unit is struggling to keep you comfortable. With temperatures also becoming more extreme, it’s more important than ever that your system is running smoothly. Having a unit that isn’t running smoothly can lead to inefficiencies, poor performance and higher running costs and has the potential to cause you massive headaches if the unit happens to fail during a heatwave so it’s important to recognise when your system might be struggling and sort it out quickly. As they always say “prevention is better than a cure” so we’ve listed some tell-tale signs that your air conditioner might need replacing. 1. Cooling or Heating…

With Summer just around the corner, it’s that time of the year where our air conditioners become vital in our day to day lives as they assist us in keeping cool and comfortable during the scorching summer heat. Whether you’ve been using your air conditioner during winter or not, it’s always best to give it a once over now to ensure it’s ready to go before summer truly hits. To help out, we’ve put together some simple tips and tricks you can do to make sure your air conditioner is truly summer ready. 1. CLEAN THE FILTERS AND AREAS SURROUNDING THE OUTDOOR UNIT The filters in your air conditioner system are extremely important as they trap airborne dust and particles that exist in your homes; however, to keep them working effectively they will require some TLC with a simple wash once a season. Click here to check out our simple…

Picture this, it’s a Tuesday night, you’ve had a shocking day at work, your stress levels are already through the roof, it’s 10pm and you’ve already spent the last two hours trying to convince your child that it’s time for bed. Sound familiar? Each night thousands of Aussie parents faces this same struggle. From the constant “but I just need some water” to our personal favourite “but I’m just not tired”. Convincing your child that they need to get to sleep is no easy feat. As any doctor will tell you – sleep is crucial to a child’s health and development. Their mood, behaviour, concentration and emotions are all related to how much sleep they get each night. Not only this, a child’s sleeping pattern is also important for their parent’s health and relationships. Sleep researchers, led by Professor Sarah Blunden, the head of pediatric sleep research at Central Queensland…

Engineered by Italian designers and boasting industry leading energy ratings, the Avanti PLUS® split system is efficient as it is stylish. Boasting a huge range of convenient features, we’ve taken a closer look to determine exactly what makes the Avanti PLUS® the perfect solution for keeping you warm during those chilly winters and cool during the scorching Aussie summers. Recommended by CHOICE® As one of Australia’s leading consumer advocacy groups, CHOICE® conducts independent testing of air conditioners and makes recommendations based on a set criterion. Scoring highly for star ratings, cooling and heating efficiency and yearly running costs, – two models of the Avanti PLUS® were recommended by CHOICE® (the 2.5kW and 5.0kW) meaning you can be sure the Avanti PLUS® is the best of the best! High Energy Efficiency Means Lower Running Costs When it comes to energy efficiency, this Avanti PLUS® hits it out of the ballpark. Improvements…