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Air conditioning

Heat pumps and air
conditioning in Auckland

The right system depends on the room, the layout, the insulation and how you actually live in the house. We'd rather size it properly than sell you the biggest unit on the shelf. An oversized heat pump cycles badly, costs more to run and doesn't dehumidify well.

Sized room by room
Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Panasonic
New builds, retrofits and replacements
What's involved

What you get

No two properties are the same, so this is the shape of the work rather than a fixed package. The detail gets set once we've seen your place.

At a glance

System typesHigh-wall, multi-split, ducted
BrandsMitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Panasonic
Sizing methodRoom-by-room heat load
New buildsYes, from plans
ReplacementsYes, including old units
Runs on solarWell suited to daytime generation

We work with these three brands because of their reliability, efficiency and local parts and service support, not because of a supply agreement.

Room-by-room heat loadRoom size, ceiling height, glazing, orientation and insulation all change the capacity you need. We calculate it rather than estimate it.
The right configurationA single high-wall unit, a multi-split serving several rooms, or fully ducted. Each suits a different house and a different budget.
Efficiency where it countsWe'll show you the difference in running cost between models, so you can decide whether a higher-efficiency unit pays back for the way you use it.
Replacement systemsReplacing a tired unit is often simpler than people expect, and modern units are considerably more efficient than a 15-year-old one.
New build installationWorking from plans, coordinated with your builder, so ducting and cable runs are in before the linings go on.
Install and commissioningInstalled, charged, tested and commissioned properly, with the controls explained before we leave.
Who it suits

Is this right for you?

Cold or damp homes

A properly sized heat pump is one of the most effective ways to make a New Zealand home warmer and drier through winter.

Replacing an old unit

If yours is over ten years old, a modern replacement will very likely cost noticeably less to run.

New builds & renovations

Ducted and multi-split systems are far easier and cheaper to install before the walls are closed up.

Product independent

We're not tied to
one manufacturer

We recommend equipment based on your property, your budget and what you're trying to achieve, not because of a supply agreement. Brands change as the market does, and so do our recommendations.

Mitsubishi Electric Daikin Panasonic
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Family in a warm Auckland living room heated by a high-wall heat pump
How it works

What working with us looks like

01

Conversation

We start by understanding how you use energy, what you want to achieve and what your budget looks like. No obligation.

02

Design & quote

We design a system around your property and send an itemised quote you can actually read and compare.

03

Installation

Licensed electricians and accredited installers do the work, tidily, with the grid paperwork handled for you.

04

Ongoing support

Monitoring set up, questions answered, warranties managed. We stay contactable long after handover.

Common questions

Air Conditioning questions

Which brand is best?
There isn't one answer. Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin and Panasonic are all reliable and well supported in New Zealand. They differ on quiet operation, low-temperature performance, controls and price. We'll recommend based on the room and what matters to you, not on which one we'd rather sell.
What size unit do I need?
It depends on more than floor area. Ceiling height, window area and orientation, insulation level and whether the space is open-plan all matter. Undersizing means it never quite gets there; oversizing means it short-cycles, which is inefficient and poor at removing humidity.
Ducted or high-wall?
High-wall units are cost-effective and efficient for heating the rooms you use most. Ducted systems heat and cool the whole house evenly and are almost invisible, but cost more and are much easier to fit during a build or renovation.
Can I run it off solar?
It's a good match. Air conditioning load is highest during the day in summer, which is exactly when solar generates most. In winter the overlap is smaller but still useful, particularly if you pre-warm the house in the afternoon.
Do you handle rental properties?
Yes. If you're a landlord working to Healthy Homes heating requirements, we can size and document a compliant solution, that background is where this business started.
How long does installation take?
A straightforward high-wall installation is usually a day. Multi-split and ducted systems take longer and are best coordinated with other work if the house is being renovated.
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Talk to us about
air conditioning

Tell us about your property and how you use power. We'll tell you honestly whether air conditioning is the right next step, and what it would involve if it is.