Split Air con

[xb8browney]

We got 1 AR12TXFYAWKN 3.5kw (Samsung smart unit) installed 4 weeks ago, the wife wasn't too happy about it till the hot weather returned.

 

[robj20]

I can recommend Ryan who owns https://domesticair.co.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/Domesticairconditioning

I got a few quotes from different places but it was a case of 'what's your room sizes...here's your price options'. When I asked about the differences between the different priced units I didn't get a proper answer.

This guy though actually came round, measured up, discussed where the best locations were for the indoor units would be, where I could/couldn't have the outside one fitted etc. Talked through the different models available and prices.
In the end I went with 2x2500w panasonic units (one for each bedroom) and a 5kw unit for the open plan living area.

He came back in a short space of time when I realised that due to being a light sleeper the 'silent' pump wasn't anywhere near silent enough for me and extended the piping so it would be housed in the loft rather than in the unit in the bedroom.

Total cost was £3250 fitted.

Just realised I sound like a shill but I had no recommendations to go off when trying to find a company so after being uncertain with the others that quoted I'm definitely glad I went with this guy.

Thanks, they look tidy. Will definitely be getting them round really want to avoid condensation pumps bit it will be tricky upstairs. Master bedroom has no walls that are outside walls.

 

[bazzabear]

That's why I want to go with the unit in the loft instead of the room - so that I can avoid having a condensate pump.

 

[1pudding1]

Why is there desperation to avoid a condensate pump?

 

[RJC]

Why is there desperation to avoid a condensate pump?

Unless they use a high quality one they can be noisy and if they fail you only know once water starts coming out the unit*

*Or you have a high level alarm to warn you.

 

[R3X]

What's the overall running costs with running these indoor Aircons? I've got a new build house, And my god the house hits 30degrees + in the summer, it makes it very uncomfortable to sleep and my kids suffer!

Are you making sure to shut the windows in the day and open them at night.

Perks of a highly insulated house.

We leave them open all day, to try get a draft coming through!

All you are doing is letting warm air into the house.

That's part of the problem then. Need to draw any curtains on South facing Windows as well during the day.

Mind blowing stuff, I never considered opening a window would let the hot air into the house, but surely this is only for front face home or where sunshine and hot weather is hitting first ?

Looking around every south side or back of of peoples home where the sun is not hitting all their windows and doors are open, as are mine since its 32c+ currently in my upstairs bedroom. Downstairs living room a liveable 27c.

 

[SoliD]

Mind blowing stuff, I never considered opening a window would let the hot air into the house, but surely this is only for front face home or where sunshine and hot weather is hitting first ?

Looking around every south side or back of of peoples home where the sun is not hitting all their windows and doors are open, as are mine since its 32c+ currently in my upstairs bedroom. Downstairs living room a liveable 27c.

But that air round the back of the house is still as warm as the air round the other sunny side of the house, best bet is keep everything shut, if there is a breeze it feels cooler because of the evaporative effect but you're still drawing warm air into the house.

 

[xb8browney]

Our home is 1880 so downstairs is around 24 and bedroom 28c which for me is too warm, generally set our Aircon to 21.

 

[bazzabear]

Why is there desperation to avoid a condensate pump?

Seems pretty sensible to me to avoid adding an extra noise creating part if you can.

 

[R3X]

But that air round the back of the house is still as warm as the air round the other sunny side of the house, best bet is keep everything shut, if there is a breeze it feels cooler because of the evaporative effect but you're still drawing warm air into the house.

hmm still unsure about that I think I will test this out, if I close every window in the house I would have imagined the house would turn into a giant microwave and the temps will increase.

My perhaps flawed logic was windows slightly open at the front to draw in some air and 16" fans blowing any hot air out the south and side windows allows the air to at least roll out. Looking at my other street houses appears everyone has their front windows wide open and their back windows and doors open so no ones the wiser !

 

[R3X]

Told family I need to close all windows in house to do a test...... head chewed off for approx. 3 minutes, maybe tomorrow

 

[HungryHippos]

If the air outside is warmer than the air inside then you will let the heat in by opening the windows up during the daytime.

 

[b0rn2sk8]

The important part of the windows shut approach is the need to close any blinds/curtains to limit the greenhouse effect of the sun as it passes though the glass.

 

[R3X]

If the air outside is warmer than the air inside then you will let the heat in by opening the windows up during the daytime.

The important part of the windows shut approach is the need to close any blinds/curtains to limit the greenhouse effect of the sun as it passes though the glass.

Air is more cooler outside then inside so guess no need to do the test, yes curtains closed helps block the sun it adds to the coolness that is a neat tip thanks guys.

 

[robj20]

Only works in modern houses as well. The idea is you open your Windows all night get the house down to say 19c, then close them as soon as the temp goes above that outside. Your house should then stay cooler through the day.

You'll know if this works if your house holds onto heat overnight in winter.

 

[yoghurt007]

Hi

I previously looked at getting a split aircon unit but the install fee, requiring a gas engineer, made it too high.
I just came across this and wondered if anyone has this unit please?

https://www.appliancesdirect.co.uk/...p GmbH&utm_medium=webgains&refsource=webgains

in the Q&A someone asked

Does this unit need to be gassed or do I just install and it’s ready to go I won’t need any thing else

Answer from Nick .The unit doesn't need gassing - it is ready to go

For £700 and what looks like an easy install, I am tempted but cannot find any reviews.

Thank you

 

[robj20]

Hi

I previously looked at getting a split aircon unit but the install fee, requiring a gas engineer, made it too high.
I just came across this and wondered if anyone has this unit please?

https://www.appliancesdirect.co.uk/p/iqool-smart12hp/electriq-iqoolsmart12hp-air-conditioner?wgu=272125_116019_16267862509707_dc48457d9c&wgexpiry=1634562250&utm_source=digidip GmbH&utm_medium=webgains&refsource=webgains

in the Q&A someone asked

Does this unit need to be gassed or do I just install and it’s ready to go I won’t need any thing else

Answer from Nick .The unit doesn't need gassing - it is ready to go

For £700 and what looks like an easy install, I am tempted but cannot find any reviews.

Thank you

Isn't 58db pretty loud? If you can deal with that it looks ideal for a self install unit.

 

[bazzabear]

I have someone coming for a survey tomorrow from a company called Elite Cooling, and another guy on Friday from RKG Installations. I will report back on the results!

 

[robj20]

Is it possible to have a standard wall mount unit and a loft type on the same system?
Thinking it may be the only way to not have condensation pumps.

 

[kindai]

I have someone coming for a survey tomorrow from a company called Elite Cooling, and another guy on Friday from RKG Installations. I will report back on the results!

Location?