Home renovation is an exciting yet challenging venture. Unfortunately, amidst choosing the perfect paint colour and finding the right tiles people often overlook a great opportunity: adding a ducted heating system. With exponential time and cost savings, there’s no better time to install one of these systems than during renovations.
Here at Fonko, we encourage renovators to look beyond aesthetics and consider livability, and there’s nothing quite like the comfort of year-round temperature control. So, whether you’re wanting to keep warm in winter, or are dreading the summer heat, let our ducted heating system elevate your renovation process from good to great.
The Benefits of Ducted Systems
With a focus on connection, comfort and convenience, the ducted system has a variety of impressive benefits. A key one is that it’s extremely easy to use. Gone are the days of individual space heaters in each room; by installing a ducted system you can ensure that heat flows throughout the house evenly. And even better, it’s all at the click of a button.
Ducted heating systems are also extremely energy efficient because they have optimal zone control. If you’re someone who always gets into disagreements with your housemates over the temperature, this is the perfect solution for you. Optimal zone control means that you can customise a specific room to be extra warm for that one person who’s always cold no matter how much you turn up the heat.
Another major benefit is that ducted heating systems are noise-free. Because the units are installed on the roof, homeowners can enjoy a comfortable indoor temperature without worrying about loud noises which is ideal for light sleepers. Essentially, this system gives you all the benefits of regular heat pumps without any of the drawbacks, making ducted heating the perfect tool to brave New Zealand’s four seasons.
Integration with Renovation
You might be wondering why it’s so important to install a ducted system during renovations and this comes down to two main reasons: time and cost. Because a ducted system is located on the roof, it can be inconvenient to install. While the noise and disruption would usually be a hassle, the system installation can be done at the same time as other renovations to ensure minimal disturbance.
Essentially, we’re a company built by Kiwis for Kiwis so we understand how much New Zealand values efficiency. We advocate for practical, hands-on solutions and in our book there’s no better way to get value for money than by installing multiple elements at once.
Customisation and Functionality
A lot of people get intimidated by ducted heating systems because they assume they’re only for larger houses. While the system is great for big buildings due to its ability to maintain consistent temperatures across vast spaces, ducted heating systems can be customised to suit almost any home.
In fact, many small and medium homeowners love ducted heating systems because the layout of their house might not be able to accommodate traditional split system heating systems or they live with another person who has very different temperature preferences. If you’re unsure about whether a ducted system is a good option for your home, feel free to contact the team at Fonko for custom advice.
Technical Details and Operation
In order to determine whether a ducted system is right for you, it can help to learn a little about how they work. These systems revolve around a central unit mounted in the roof space. Through a system of vents, air is drawn out of the house, heated and then blown back into the home to maintain an ideal and consistent temperature.
This is how the layout is able to sustain different temperatures in different rooms – it can blow heat into one while extracting heat from another due to the high-quality ventilation system. A wall controller allows you to select the temperature and other parameters to fully customise your experience.
For example, some ducted systems have timers and different modes to ensure maximum comfort. This means if you know you’ll be back from work at a certain time and hate coming home to a cold house you can set your system to turn on ten minutes before your arrival.
Visual Appeal and Home Integration
While our ethos revolves around livability, we can’t neglect the importance of aesthetics and fortunately, ducted systems seamlessly integrate into any home. Since the major component of the unit is stored in the roof, ducted heating systems have a very discreet outward appearance.
Regardless of your aesthetic, you can rest assured knowing that the ducted heating system is designed to complement your house, not take away from it. This adds a perfect, non-obvious touch to your renovation process.
Environment and Financial Benefits
Ducted heating systems are also the top choice for environmentally friendly Kiwis. Compared to other heat pumps, the ducted system tends to be more advanced at measuring indoor temperature. By only providing heat in rooms where it’s needed and ensuring no power goes to waste, ducted systems reduce energy consumption and lower the heating bill. This makes it an ideal heating system not only for eco-conscious homeowners but for budget-conscious people too.
Conclusion
From convenience to visual appeal, we believe that the benefits of a ducted heating system are so significant that the question isn’t if it’s worth it, but rather when you should get it. So, if you’re in the process of renovating your home and want to save time and money by installing a ducted heating system we’ve got you covered. From free consultations to special installation prices, Fonko is here to help with your renovation process.