Costs and Savings
Is is worthwhile checking my old heating ducts for degradation?
This report from Sustainability Victoria shows that ductwork is responsible for a significant amount of losses. "Retrofitting old gas heating ductwork in pre-2000 houses could achieve average annual energy bill savings of around $235 per year and ...
How much does a box cooler or electric space heater cost?
Electric Space heaters will have a vary of costs depending on type: Radiant heaters - $20 to $200 Oil-filled column heaters - $50 to $380 Convection and panel heaters - $30 to $700 Fan heaters - $60 to $900 Infrared heaters - $300 to $900 Box Coolers ...
How much does it cost to move an RCAC from one room to another?
Be it a short or long-term move, moving an RCAC is time consuming process, and depending on the scope of the project can cost on average between $300 – $1000. You would also be left with holes in the wall in the original location to repair.
What factors make an RCAC more or less expensive?
• The type and size of your system • The energy efficiency of your system • The time you're operating the system for • The construction of your home (floor plan, level of insulation, size of windows, etc.) • The electricity tariff you're paying • The ...
How much does it cost to replace the RCAC filter?
AC filters cost around between $30 - $80. The filter can be replaced by the owner.
Will my electricity bills savings be enough to offset the air conditioner’s purchase price?
This will depend on the type of air conditioner you buy and what your bills were before. Thousands of Aussies are indeed saving hundreds per year (and thousands over the life of their systems) by installing energy-efficient air conditioners.
How much could a new air conditioner save on my electricity bill?
The more efficient it is, the lower your electricity bill and the more you save. See official government calculator for savings https://www.energyrating.gov.au/calculator
What other costs should I be aware of when purchasing and installing a RCAC?
The full cost of installing an air conditioner entails both the labour and materials, with the following factors impacting the overall cost you’ll incur: • Type of air conditioner • Size of air conditioner • Number of units required to be installed • ...
How much does it cost to remove and dispose of my old AC?
• Whitegoods are generally disposed of through collection in metal recycling programs, where they are shredded and their metal is recovered. Some charities may accept whitegoods for recycling but many can’t as there is a significant cost in ensuring ...
Are maintenance/cleaning costs covered by my warranty?
Replacements and repairs should be covered in a clear warranty; however it is best to check what your warranty specifies.
What maintenance/cleaning costs can I expect for my RCAC?
• Air conditioning service price can differ greatly from company to company. It could start as low as $100. This will go up to $1000 or more – depending on whether parts need to be replaced. If only a standard air conditioning service is performed, ...
I thought that gas is cheaper than electricity, so why is it cheaper to run an RCAC?
• Changes in the gas market mean that most of our gas resources are now exported overseas, making it much more expensive for us to buy for use in residential homes. • Also, newer RCACs are being made even more efficient in their use of electricity.
What costs can I expect if my switchboard needs to be upgraded to accommodate the RCAC?
In general, your average electrical switchboard upgrade will cost anywhere between $900-$1500. This is the price before any service disconnections or, Level 2 electrician work. If you require any of the extras like replacing the asbestos panel, ...
How much could I save by switching from evaporative cooling to RCAC?
• This question is unclear about what is being compared. If we are comparing a ducted evaporative cooler with a single space RCAC, SV figures will see the RCAC cheaper to run than a ducted evaporative cooler. Otherwise a ducted evaporative cooler is ...
How much does an RCAC cost?
• Reverse cycle (heating + cooling) systems cost about the same as cooling-only ones, so there’s no reason to bypass that added capability. • A RCAC can cost anywhere between $600-$3000 to buy plus install costs. • For RCAC cooling running costs ...
How much could I save by switching from gas to air con?
Analysis by the Melbourne Energy Institute and Renew, has shown that up to one million homes across Eastern Australia (covering ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC, SA), can start saving hundreds of dollars on their heating bills tomorrow, if they switch off their ...
How much does air conditioning cost to run?
Split system - $0.25-$0.40/hour Ducted System - $1.45-$2.12/hour Depends on space, energy tariff, star rating of unit. For cooling costs refer SV: https://www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/You-and-your-home/Save-energy/Cooling/Cooling-running-costs For ...