What is an Evaporative Cooler
Evaporative cooling is one of the most efficient ways to cool your home and in the dry, hot Canberra climate it is one of the most effective.
The feel of an evaporative cooler is often compared to a coastal breeze, we always feel cooler by the water when there is a breeze and that’s what an evaporative cooler brings to your home.
The great part about evaporative cooling is it operates with your home open, so you don’t have to feel locked away on a hot summers day.
Evaporative coolers start the process from outside the house, the unit sits on the roof and draws air in through wet cooler pads, cooling the air the same way the air blows in from a coastal breeze. The cool air is then distributed throughout your home via duct.
How to choose an Evaporative Cooler for your home
If you’re looking for a new evaporative cooler there are a few things to consider, depending on if you are replacing an existing system or installing a new one.
- I have an existing evaporative cooler:
- What is the existing brand and model (send us a picture if you can)?
- What is the condition of your duct?
- Is your home single-storey or two-storey?
- I don’t have an existing evaporative cooler:
- A floor plan of your home: how many levels are there? What are sizes of the rooms (including ceiling height)?
- The ceiling cavity space – we can determine this when we complete a site inspection
- Access to water supply
- Electrical switchboard
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What features do I want?
- Warranty: Warranties vary across brands, it’s important to have your product services regularly to maintain your warranty. The details of each brands warranty will be detailed on your quote!
- Controls: All Brivis and Bonaire systems we install come with a user friendly controller. The great thing about evaporative coolers is they cool pretty much instantly so no need to set timers!
- Wifi control: Our range of high-quality branded Bonaire and Brivis evaporative coolers have an option to add a Wifi module, ask about it when requesting a quote!
- Duct: All Evaporative coolers come with R1.0 duct!
Running costs & Efficiency
After the initial evaporative cooling systems installation cost, the system itself actually has the cheapest running costs of any home cooling solution. The coolers use minimal electricity and recirculate water until it’s no longer clean enough to use. Depending on the size of your unit and how often you run it, your costs could be anywhere from a few cents to a few dollars per day. This is much less expensive than the costs of running your air conditioner each month. You can find out more about running costs from the sustainability Victoria website here.
How do I keep my evaporative cooler clean?
We recommend your cooler be serviced by a professional every year to ensure the air coming into your home is cool and clean all summer. Climate Master has a dedicated service company, Climate Plus with factory trained service technicians — so we can maintain your evaporative cooler for you. While we’re checking it out, we can also do your air conditioner servicing and maintenance at the same time.
We pride ourselves on our lasting service, so make sure to talk to us about how we can schedule regular maintenance for your system. You can call Climate Plus on 02 6185 5151 to schedule a repair or maintenance service — or you can discuss a regular service with our technicians when you request a quote for an evaporative air cooler installation.
Why you should book evaporative cooler installation with Climate Master
We provide prompt and hassle-free services for all our customers. We have been working in Canberra for decades, so when it comes to installation and maintenance, we’re the go-to. So, not only will you not have to worry about installation, but you also won’t have to worry about upkeep when you use our services. Our expert, qualified technicians will ensure that you are in professional hands.
Evaporative cooling systems installation for your home
Evaporative cooling is one of the most energy-efficient ways to cool your home. And in the dry heat of the Canberra climate, it’s also one of the most effective. Evaporative coolers start the cooling process from outside the house; the unit sits on the roof and draws air in through wet cooler pads, cooling the air and then distributing it throughout your home via ducts. The effect is akin to a coastal breeze — and the great part is that it can still cool your home while you have doors and windows open, so you don’t have to feel locked away on a hot summer’s day.
How to choose an evaporative cooler for your home
Considering an evaporative cooling systems installation? Whether you’re replacing an existing one or installing an entirely new one, there are a number of points of consideration. These factors can all influence the evaporative cooling systems installation cost.
If you have an existing evaporative cooler:
- Are you satisfied with your existing brand and model? Even if you are, it might still be worth discussing more recent options with the team at Climate Master. Evaporative cooler technology is constantly improving, so if a newer model can achieve greater cooling performance and energy efficiency for your home, it may be time to upgrade.
- Ducting can sometimes be reused when a new system is installed; however, if it’s in bad condition then it will likely need to be replaced.
If you don’t have an existing evaporative cooler:
- Multi-storey homes can still utilise evaporative coolers, but they may require a larger system or even multiple systems to be installed.
- The material your home is constructed from and the type of roof you have can influence the ease with which a ducting system can be installed. This is due to the space or lack of space which results from using certain materials or construction techniques.
All of these points can be discussed in more detail with one of the team members at Climate Master. We’ll be more than happy to inspect your home and give you an idea of what may be required in order to install the appropriate system.
What features should I look for in an evaporative cooler?
- Warranty — This varies across brands, so it’s important to have your product serviced regularly to maintain your warranty. The details of each brand’s warranty will be detailed on your quote from us.
- Controls — All Brivis and Bonaire systems we install come with a user-friendly controller. Unlike other types of air cooling systems, they don’t feature a timer — this is because evaporative coolers begin working almost instantly, so it’s not necessary in the same way as it can be with a conventional air conditioner.
- Wi-Fi Control — Our range of Bonaire and Brivis evaporative coolers have an option to add a Wi-Fi module.
- Duct — All of our evaporative coolers are installed with an R1.0 duct.
Running costs and efficiency
After the initial evaporative cooling systems installation cost, it actually has the cheapest running costs of any whole-of-home cooling solution. The coolers use minimal electricity and the water required for cooling is simply recirculated until it’s no longer clean enough to use, so it’s more cost-effective in the long run.
How do I keep my evaporative cooler clean?
Generally, we recommend your cooler be serviced every year to ensure the air coming into your home is cool and clean all summer. Climate Master has a dedicated service department with factory-trained service technicians – so we can maintain your evaporative cooler for you.
Evaporative cooling systems installation from Canberra locals
Established in Canberra for more than 25 years, Climate Master has the perfect blend of local knowledge and product expertise for your home. We provide air conditioning servicing and evaporative cooling system installation in Canberra and the surrounding area.
Learn more about how Climate Master can help you with your evaporative cooling systems today and get your home feeling cooler, sooner. Get in touch today to talk to our experts!
FAQs
How do you install an evaporative cooler?
We do all the legwork. There are just a few things for you to keep in mind when you talk to our expert technicians.
- Are you replacing an existing unit?
- Do you have a multi-storey home?
- Is there a lot of space around your roof?
Having all these details ready will make both the quoting and installation process run much more smoothly. We will do our best to walk you through the process and give an in-depth quote, so you know exactly what you’re getting. Simply call us on 02 6228 1126 or request a quote to discuss the easiest way for an evaporative cooler installation.
Where do you place an evaporative cooler?
Our technicians will discuss with you the exact best place for the cooler when you get an in-depth quote. The evaporative cooling unit will be on your roof, as it will be drawing air from outside — giving you the feeling of a fresh breeze.
How much does it cost to install a cooler?
This will depend on several factors. Whether you have a single or double-storey property, what unit you choose, and the general parameters of your property. These will all be discussed in detail during our in-depth consultation quoting service. When you request a quote for an evaporative cooler installation, make sure to have all these details ready so that we can book an installation and get you paired with your unit as soon as possible. And don’t forget, installing a cooling system will save you money in the long run!
What Is The Best Climate For An Evaporative Cooler?
Evaporative coolers work best in hot, dry climates, where moisture is often lower than 25% humidity. This is because the dry air in the room absorbs the moisture put out by the cooler and thus cools down the room.
Do Evaporative Coolers Work In High Heat?
Yes. Evaporative cooling systems are perfect for environments that have high heat levels. They were designed to cool the hot air and bring down the heat levels.
Do Evaporative Coolers Use A Lot Of Water?
The amount of water used depends on the size of the unit. A typical unit designed for a smaller space can use between 4 and 25 litres per hour. A whole house unit will require more than that. If you were to run your unit for an entire day, you would use approximately 136 litres of water per day or about 470 litres per day for a whole house unit.
Can Evaporative Coolers Run Without Water?
Yes, you can. Unfortunately, using it this way is no better than using a fan to circulate the air around the room. Without the water to cool the air down, you’ll get no cooling effects from the evaporative cooler. You’ll just experience warm air blowing around your space.
What Happens If An Evaporative Cooler Runs Out Of Water?
If your evaporative cooler has no water in it, it will no longer produce cool air for your space. Over time, it may affect the motor of your unit, and your cooler won’t be as efficient. It may also affect the pump in your unit and, eventually, it could burn out. When you run out of water, shut the unit off and refill the water reservoir as soon as possible.
Can You Run An Evaporative Cooler All Day?
You absolutely can, and some days you may want to so you can bear the hot Canberra climate. When you run your unit all day, you will notice a rise in humidity in your space and you’ll need to continually fill the reservoir with water to keep the unit in top working order.
How Long Can You Leave An Evaporative Cooler On?
There is no set time limit for how long you can run an evaporative cooler. As long as you keep up with the maintenance and keep the reservoir filled, you can run it indefinitely, although you may not want to on a humid day.
When Should You Not Use Evaporative Cooling?
Do not use your evaporative cooling unit on a humid day. It adds additional humidity to the air and won’t cool as effectively. On humid days, your air conditioner is the better option.
How Often Should You Clean An Evaporative Cooler?
Your cooler should be cleaned once a month. Follow the instructions that come with it on how to clean and maintain it each month. If you stick to the routine, your evaporative cooler can last for up to 20 years.
