Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning in Canberra
The cheapest way to heat AND cool a Canberra home.
- Canberra & Queanbeyan
- 0434 096 497
- Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Installation, repairs & servicing
In Canberra's climate, reverse cycle air conditioning is the most efficient way to heat and cool a home — cheaper to run than gas ducted heating, cheaper than portable heaters, and cheaper than any other electric heating option.
A modern inverter reverse cycle unit delivers 3–5 kW of heat for every 1 kW of electricity — an efficiency (COP) that no resistive heater can match.
What's included
- Split system reverse cycle install
- Ducted reverse cycle install
- Multi-split reverse cycle install
- Replacement of old gas or electric heating
Why choose us
Heats in winter, cools in summer — no separate systems.
Compare heat demand, electricity and gas tariffs, supply charges and equipment efficiency; a universal saving cannot be promised.
Great for asthmatics and homes with young kids.
If you have PV, reverse cycle is the easiest way to use your own energy for heating.
How it works
- 1. Free onsite quote
We assess your existing heating and cooling and recommend the best fit.
- 2. Choose split, multi or ducted
Depends on home size, layout and budget.
- 3. Install & commission
Half-day for a single split, 1–3 days for ducted.
Pricing guidance
Indicative Canberra pricing for reverse cycle air conditioning in canberra. Every home is different — book a free onsite quote for a firm number.
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single split reverse cycle | from $1,850 | Bedroom or living room. |
| Ducted reverse cycle | from $11,500 | Whole-of-home. |
Replacing gas heating: compare the whole changeover
Reverse-cycle systems move heat rather than producing all of it through an electric element. The ACT Government recommends them as an efficient heating and cooling option, but a household's savings depend on equipment performance, insulation, tariffs and operating habits. Compare heat delivered and annual use, not just the gas and electricity unit prices.
A gas-to-electric changeover may involve electrical supply work, duct inspection, removal of the old heater and separate arrangements for the gas connection. If gas remains for hot water or cooking, its supply charge may continue. Obtain an itemised scope and investigate current assistance before signing an installation contract.
Check rebates and loans before ordering
ACT Home Energy Support has concession-card, residence, property-value and workshop requirements. Eligible upgrades and rebate limits must be checked against the current participant guidelines. The Sustainable Household Scheme is a loan rather than a general cash rebate; its current general terms include interest, while some concession arrangements differ.
Do not assume every supplier or product is eligible. Confirm the required approval sequence with the program and loan provider before paying a deposit. NSW properties, including Queanbeyan, are not covered simply because an installer also serves the ACT. Program links below are official references, not a promise that an application will succeed.
Frequently asked questions
Sources and further reading
- Australian Government — Zoned Energy Rating Label
Explains climate-specific heating/cooling ratings, output capacity and noise figures; not a guarantee of a household's bills.
- Australian Refrigeration Council — Look for the Tick
Find licensed refrigeration businesses and check refrigerant-handling requirements. This link does not certify this business.
- ACT Government — Choosing reverse-cycle heating and cooling
Compares split, multi-split and ducted systems for Canberra homes. Actual running costs depend on the building, tariffs and operation.
- ACT Government — Home Energy Support rebates
Eligibility, workshops, property-value limits and eligible upgrades. Approval is not automatic; check current rules before ordering.
- ACT Government — Sustainable Household Scheme
Current loan terms and eligible products. The general scheme now advertises a 3% low-interest loan; concession arrangements and earlier applications have different terms.
These sources support the general guidance, not this business's prices, credentials or project outcomes. Confirm current product and program conditions before committing to work.
Get a reverse cycle quote
Free onsite quotes across Canberra. Same-week bookings for most jobs.