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ddarroch
ddarroch
9 January 2021

Ceiling insulation

Ceiling insulation

For Perth, the government's 'Your Home' website recommends a minimum of R4.1 for the roof/ceiling, R2.8 for the walls https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design/insulation

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ddarroch
Jan 09, 2021 11:24 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
8 January 2021

Brivis evap water usage

Brivis evap water usage

Evap air con, by the very nature of how they work, use water. The dumping is to get rid of high density water which includes salts, This is to maintain good quality water…

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SaveH2O
Jan 08, 2021 7:21 pm
SaveH2O
Althom
Althom
29 December 2020

External wall insulation.

External wall insulation.

I'm thinking about getting this done as a retrofit

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Althom
Dec 29, 2020 7:18 pm
Althom
Rajumangli
Rajumangli
27 December 2020

Reverse cycle air conditioning upgrade- builder quote

Reverse cycle air conditioning upgrade- builder quote

Hi Ashy 14kw Daikin Ducted is around $11k plus gst for 24-28sq home which include 9-10 outlets & 5 zones. All ductwork R1.5 insulated flexible ductwork which is VBA…

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Rajumangli
Dec 27, 2020 2:22 pm
Carmen
Carmen
23 December 2020

Heating/Cooling new home build

Heating/Cooling new home build

Hi Dear CA, If you need a help please visit our website you will definitely get the…

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Carmen
Dec 23, 2020 10:30 am
Carmen
Carmen
23 December 2020

Ducted air conditioner

Ducted air conditioner

Is the unit still running correctly once you turn the zones back on. Does the unit still turn off when turned off correctly? Try a process of elimination to determine if…

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Carmen
Dec 23, 2020 10:20 am
Firstbuild20
Firstbuild20
23 December 2020

Ducted reverse cycle system - incorrect zoning

Ducted reverse cycle system - incorrect zoning

Thank you and you're right that it's an easy fix. The technician came in and fixed the zoning as per our contract.

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Firstbuild20
Dec 23, 2020 5:42 am
bobs
bobs
22 December 2020

Ducted evaporative advice (VIC)

Ducted evaporative advice (VIC)

Thanks for the reply Carmen. We ended up getting another quote and the installer really took the time to review our plan, investigate the whole house (including in roof…

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bobs
Dec 22, 2020 11:12 am
Berek
Berek
11 December 2020

Roof insulation

Roof insulation

It’s not a habitable room so not needed. Same as eaves aren’t insulated either.

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Berek
Dec 11, 2020 10:04 pm
Debunk
Debunk
24 November 2020

Basement/Underground Ventilation

Basement/Underground Ventilation

is best recommended too. From a simple pedestal fan to a turnkey ventilation/extraction system.

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Debunk
Nov 24, 2020 10:17 am
Lucky88X
Lucky88X
8 November 2020

New Build - Ducted Refrigerated OR R/c Multi Splits OR R/c D

New Build - Ducted Refrigerated OR R/c Multi Splits OR R/c D
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Hey Mate, So sorry I was a bit away from all home forums as we had some issues with land settlement etc. Long story short we didn't go ahead with Boutique!! Their…

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Lucky88X
Nov 08, 2020 1:10 pm
Firstbuild20
Firstbuild20
30 October 2020

York 26kw 3-phase Inverter Reverse Cycle Ducted system

York 26kw 3-phase Inverter Reverse Cycle Ducted system

Thanks. I will ring York/Bonaire to confirm if the unit can run 2 control units with this system.

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Firstbuild20
Oct 30, 2020 5:17 pm
ddarroch
ddarroch
29 October 2020

Comparison of insulation upgrades

Comparison of insulation upgrades

They all look like very minimal upgrades. As you can see from the ROI, financially none of them are worth it. You haven't really said much about your double glazing. What…

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ddarroch
Oct 29, 2020 7:54 am
ddarroch
ddarroch
24 October 2020

Slab partial insulation

Slab partial insulation

Firstly, unless you're in a very warm climate, I wouldn't be putting a verandah on the northern side of the home. This will result in too much shade in winter. Ideally you…

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ddarroch
Oct 24, 2020 11:43 am
messej01
messej01
30 September 2020

Ceiling fans for Sunshine Coast

Ceiling fans for Sunshine Coast

Hi, I need to get the ceiling fans replaced in all rooms at our investment property (small size for bedroom, large size for living areas). The ceilings are only 2.4mtrs…

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messej01
Sep 30, 2020 11:25 am
Coldallthetime
Coldallthetime
24 September 2020

Roof insulation and building code

Roof insulation and building code
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How do you let the hot air escape into the roof space? Cut a hole in the ceiling and have a fan pull it up into the roof space?

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Coldallthetime
Sep 24, 2020 10:28 am
Althom
Althom
25 August 2020

Existing heating has zones - how do I know what is what?

Existing heating has zones - how do I know what is what?

1. Is there a model number anywhere on the unit? If so try an internet search. 2. As for the letters Lounge, Bedrooms, Rumpus, Study??????? 3. Do the zone buttons light…

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Althom
Aug 25, 2020 5:40 pm
Althom
CMS192
CMS192
20 August 2020

Daikin Reverse Cycle Inverter

Daikin Reverse Cycle Inverter

Has anyone experienced issues with their Daikin ducted premium inverter on the heating…

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CMS192
Aug 20, 2020 5:39 pm
wendlle
wendlle
12 August 2020

Replacing the AC

Replacing the AC

Let me remind you that a good air conditioner, split system, is rather complicated device. The fan can be independently installed and even repaired. But the air…

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wendlle
Aug 12, 2020 8:00 pm
wendlle
Salty Pete
Salty Pete
7 August 2020

Ducting Valves

Ducting Valves

Hi I want to install more Zones on a Actron Airconditioner. The valves (I assume that is what they are called) that open and close the ducting have 24VAC written on…

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Salty Pete
Aug 07, 2020 5:36 pm
rajan_g4
rajan_g4
2 August 2020

Relocating AC compressor unit

Relocating AC compressor unit

Forgot to mention, I am looking to move this one to the wall outside first floor

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rajan_g4
Aug 02, 2020 1:56 am
rajan_g4
lkuret
lkuret
30 July 2020

Insulation between rafters - old tile roof

Insulation between rafters - old tile roof

Thanks all for the comments. I hadnt seen many comments until recently, but wwnt ahead qith my project, at least setting up an storage space. I ended up putting a foil…

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lkuret
Jul 30, 2020 7:22 pm
airwolf
airwolf
29 July 2020

West facing house, what’s the best way to reduce heat.

West facing house, what’s the best way to reduce heat.

I agree with this. I am also in the process of designing our house these days and our block faces west. What I have discussed with my builder is to use low-e coated or…

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airwolf
Jul 29, 2020 11:00 am
suoulfrepus
suoulfrepus
27 July 2020

Heat pump hydronics

Heat pump hydronics

Hi Kate, I read your post and was wondering how you went? With panel sizing, it ultimately comes down to understanding what your building’s heat load is. Many…

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suoulfrepus
Jul 27, 2020 9:31 pm
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
27 July 2020

Brivis Buffalo EMS 20 error code 62 - solved.

Brivis Buffalo EMS 20 error code 62 - solved.

Really good to read this thread as it also shows the importance of having a great descriptive thread title that helps others when they are doing forum searches for answers…

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SaveH2O
Jul 27, 2020 10:20 am
SaveH2O
GLO
GLO
26 July 2020

Help me Brainstrust: Ecobee4 Compatability

Help me Brainstrust: Ecobee4 Compatability

Following as I have just installed a Haiku Fan and have an Actron Unit with 8 zones and would love to link them up via ecobee!

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GLO
Jul 26, 2020 9:51 pm
Stewie D
Stewie D
24 July 2020

Master Bedroom above Garage with Balcony very cold

Master Bedroom above Garage with Balcony very cold

Ha, of course he'd say that. By far the easiest and probably most cost effective solution would be to install R2.5 - 3.0 batts between the floor joists. Of course the…

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Stewie D
Jul 24, 2020 12:09 pm
jayasooriah
jayasooriah
22 July 2020

ACTRON AIR, ULTRA AIR and WISDOM HOMES

ACTRON AIR, ULTRA AIR and WISDOM HOMES

Hi Athena, Its has been uphill battle holding the builder to task. This builder seems spares no effort in making it difficult. I may have to file renewal of proceedings…

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jayasooriah
Jul 22, 2020 9:03 pm
jayasooriah
Monty85
Monty85
21 July 2020

New Build - is this A/C sufficient

New Build - is this A/C sufficient

The back of the house is south west facing which will include 1 bedroom window and the rear stacker doors between the living area and alfresco. Alresco is 4.5m deep so…

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Monty85
Jul 21, 2020 5:49 pm
alexp79
alexp79
14 July 2020

Heating and Cooling - High efficiency w/ Allergies

Heating and Cooling - High efficiency w/ Allergies

Or you can with far infrared heating panels. They are much more efficient than traditional heaters and relatively cheap to install.

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alexp79
Jul 14, 2020 5:57 pm
jayasooriah
jayasooriah
14 July 2020

Installing Ducted Air

Installing Ducted Air

It is unlikely that you will be able to save money because you will do it later. Unless, by the time the repair is finished, you will save up the necessary amount for the…

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jayasooriah
Jul 14, 2020 1:07 pm
jayasooriah
lazy
lazy
12 July 2020

Double glazing windows DIY

Double glazing windows DIY

I do not have it. I am from Europe, as I remember I had condensation there it on very rare occasions. Only if weather was VERY cold. As soon as weather warmer -…

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lazy
Jul 12, 2020 6:35 pm
Dave.
Dave.
11 July 2020

Retrofitting Insulation to Brick Veneer?

Retrofitting Insulation to Brick Veneer?

Hi Tobi, I just made a similar post regarding doing the exact same thing at my house. Have you had any luck coming up with a solution? I was thinking of using the…

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Dave.
Jul 11, 2020 11:57 am

Hi, Just wondering if anyone here knows if Actron ducted AC comes with a hose where the water comes out? I have a ESP platinum unit and I can’t seem to find where my…

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John0322
Jul 08, 2020 7:24 pm
ddarroch
ddarroch
29 June 2020

Heating colling options for new build

Heating colling options for new build

Had ducted heating is the one that's not a good idea (& there's arguments for & against for evap cooling). Reverse cycle air conditioning (called heat pumps overseas) is…

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ddarroch
Jun 29, 2020 8:59 pm
GGeorge551
GGeorge551
28 June 2020

airsource hydronic heat pump

airsource hydronic heat pump

What do you really want to know? Which one is best between them or the full specification of them?

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GGeorge551
Jun 28, 2020 8:05 pm
GGeorge551
rebo22
rebo22
14 June 2020

House extension ducted or multiple splits

House extension ducted or multiple splits

thanks. can the pipes run through roof cavity if the rooms and living are run of same multi head outdoor unit ?

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rebo22
Jun 14, 2020 8:22 pm
vgolfoz
vgolfoz
8 June 2020

Arlec 2000W Wall Mount Ceramic Heater for a Bathroom?

Arlec 2000W Wall Mount Ceramic Heater for a Bathroom?

We needed a new heater for a smallish bathroom at home...would have picked up one of the small bar heaters but they were all out…

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vgolfoz
Jun 08, 2020 10:44 am
Stewie D
Stewie D
29 May 2020

Underfloor insulation

Underfloor insulation

I'm just curious to the methods other guys use. When we did renos for clients we retro fitted under floor insulation to maybe 6-7 homes. We've used everything from battens…

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Stewie D
May 29, 2020 1:35 pm
aussieta
aussieta
28 May 2020

Hydronic slab heating (my experience)

Hydronic slab heating (my experience)

turn on zone 123 and see what gets hot, say for example kitchen b1 and bath then turn on 234 and see what gets hot say for example kitchen b2 and bath then 345 etc say…

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aussieta
May 28, 2020 9:16 pm
aussieta
alexp79
alexp79
26 May 2020

Acoustic insulation vs thermal insulation

Acoustic insulation vs thermal insulation
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Hebel PowerFloor will have STC between 54 have 62 for airborne sounds depending on your flooring covers. You can improve it further by using soundclips and special…

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alexp79
May 26, 2020 7:45 pm
barnes
barnes
20 May 2020

Hydronic heating panels - what cooling options?

Hydronic heating panels - what cooling options?

Radiator panels are great. I have them for 4 years and I'm always comfy with 22 degrees in every room every minute and loving it. I'm using SIME gas boiler as a heating supply.

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barnes
May 21, 2020 12:15 am
aussieta
aussieta
20 May 2020

weak natural gas

weak natural gas

for anybody following along gas plumber came out he tested everything and came to conclusion that hws and gas log had both developed a similar fault at the same…

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aussieta
May 20, 2020 7:27 pm
aussieta
GLO
GLO
2 May 2020

Use Ducted AC for heating or unflued Gas Heater

Use Ducted AC for heating or unflued Gas Heater

Hi, With Sydney (and most of the east coast) seeing the start of winter, i am leaning on the advice/experience of members of this forum with this question! I have an…

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GLO
May 02, 2020 9:14 pm
jtrain81
jtrain81
2 May 2020

Braemar thm6x32 ducted heating issue

Braemar thm6x32 ducted heating issue

Hi all I have a 7 year old Braemar thm6x32 ducted gas heater with addon cooling. I've had nothing but problems with it since day one, but that's for another thread. In…

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jtrain81
May 02, 2020 4:48 pm
melbourne North
melbourne North
1 May 2020

Spectrolink contorller

Spectrolink contorller

Good Mornign All I have a Braemar TH series Heater with a maual contoller current Am I able to add the spectrolink controller to the system by only changing the cabling…

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melbourne North
May 01, 2020 12:09 pm
alexp79
alexp79
27 April 2020

What is the best heating systems?

What is the best heating systems?

If some stays in the house even with no heating, the temperature inside will still be higher than the temperature outside, therefore, condensation is likely to happen anyway.

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alexp79
Apr 27, 2020 1:20 am

Hi Everyone, I have a few problems with a relatively new solar hot water system I'd love your help and advice on. My old twin-element electric heater died 3 days before…

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ApprenticeGM
Apr 26, 2020 11:26 pm
ddarroch
ddarroch
23 April 2020

GAS Ducted Heating + Addon Cooling Option

GAS Ducted Heating + Addon Cooling Option

ddarroch Thanks for your valuable suggestions. I am a first home builder so don't have much idea about the long term cost of heating based on gas vs…

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ddarroch
Apr 23, 2020 8:55 am

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