Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Merrimac, QLD 4226

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Merrimac, QLD 4226

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Merrimac, located in postcode 4226. Using the nearest weather station data from SOUTHPORT RIDGEWAY AVE at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1881 and the latest recorded data in 2017, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Merrimac experiences summers that have reached up to 42.2 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -3.9 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 6.8 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 0.5 days less than 2 degrees C. These fluctuations underscore the importance of a reliable air conditioning service that can handle both extremes.

In the hotter months, we notice an average humidity level around 69% at 9am and 67% at 3pm, which can significantly impact home comfort on hot days. So a well-rounded Aircon system won't just keep your home cool, it will also help manage these humidity levels. Additionally, Merrimac experiences wind speeds of up to 13 km/h, making a smart HVAC system, Split System Air Conditioner, Evaporative Cooler, or Ducted Air Conditioning that can adjust to external factors an excellent investment.

Temperature & Weather in Merrimac

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

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Avg Days Over 30°C
Avg Days Over 35°C
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Average Number of Hot Days

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9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

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3 Star Energy Rating
5 Star Energy Rating
7 Star Energy Rating
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Energy Consumption (kW)

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Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Merrimac

Hundy Electrical

2/10 Russell Ct, 4220

Provides quality electrical installations with over 14 years.

Arctic Fox

Upper Coomera, 4209

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Sun Daze

Regents Park, 4118

Electrical & Air Conditioning

Ansell Elec & Air

19 Capri St, 4300

We’ve got you covered.

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Merrimac
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Merrimac: Southport Ridgeway Ave - approx. 4.5 km

Split System 5 Star
6kW Solar System
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Est Daily Split System Cooling Offset By Solar Power

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Featured Solar Installers Servicing Merrimac

NG Solar

Oxenford, 4210

We are local electricians that live on the Gold Coast.

GFE Group

Suite 8/43 Tallebudgera Creek Road, 4220

Energy saving solutions.

REA Solar

19 Lennox Street, 4165

Powering your home with world leading solar technology.

SJB Electrical & Solar

44 Yangoora Crescent, 4214

Over 10 Years Experience.

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Merrimac, 4226

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

27°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Merrimac uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Southport Ridgeway Ave), which is at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level and started operating in 1881 with the latest data recorded in 2017, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Merrimac’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

29 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Merrimac uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Southport Ridgeway Ave), which is at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level and started operating in 1881 with the latest data recorded in 2017, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Merrimac will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

67%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Merrimac uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Southport Ridgeway Ave), which is at an elevation of 17 metres above sea level and started operating in 1881 with the latest data recorded in 2017, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Merrimac’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

13,599

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 4226 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 4226 include Separate houses, Semi-detached, row or terrace houses, townhouses, flats or apartments, and other dwelling types, which we have combined into a single number called homes.

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Retail Value of Electricity Saved

$456 yr/per home

Retail Value of Electricity Saved

This calculation illustrates a 456.25 average yearly saving worth of retail value electricity that could be achieved for each home in 4226, due to an energy-efficient 7-star air conditioning split system compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. This average yearly saving per home includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Merrimac, assumptions about the homes in this location, and estimates an average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh throughout this period.

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Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

1,825 kWh/home

Avg Electricity Saved Per Home

This calculation highlights a 1825kWh yearly average electricity saving that could be achieved for each home in 4226, due to the improved energy efficiency of a 7-star rated air conditioning system when compared to a less efficient 3-star air conditioning split system. The total kilowatts saved by each home on average includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Merrimac, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

67,995 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4226 each day if all 13599 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Merrimac, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$16,999 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 13599 each day if all Merrimac homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Merrimac, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$6,204,544 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 4226 each year if all 13599 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system, multiplied by an estimated average electricity rate of 25 cents per kWh. This valuation includes Bureau of Meteorology climate, humidity and temperature data for Merrimac, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

18,117 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4226 each year if all 13599 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 4226 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

253,642 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4226 each year if all 13599 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then converted to the equivalent number of mature trees capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide pollution equal to the amount of CO2 saved (14 trees per tonne of CO2). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Car Emissions Equivalent

150,976,098 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 4226 each year if all 13599 homes used a 7-star efficient split system when compared to a 3-star efficient system. This electricity saving is then multiplied by the amount of CO2 generated per tonne of coal-fired power in QLD, then converted to the equivalent number of kilometres driven worth of car emissions driven by an average car equal to the amount of CO2 saved (120g of CO2 per km driven). So this number gives us a different way of understanding the environmental benefits of higher energy star split system air conditioning because of improved energy efficiency.

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Demographics

Merrimac and the postcode of 4226 has a total 13599 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Merrimac 7395 are houses, 4453 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 1727 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 36% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 47%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 15%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 1% of census results did not specify the number of bedrooms

Typically we see that the bigger the home, then the more it costs to heat and cool, and with 2.5 number of people per household and with 65% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 4226, investing in energy-efficient air conditioning will make a significant difference to energy savings here.

* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
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About Merrimac

Merrimac is a suburb located in the Gold Coast region of Queensland, Australia. The area experiences a subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. The average annual temperature in Merrimac is around 21 degrees Celsius.

The hottest months in Merrimac are typically January and February, with average maximum temperatures reaching around 29 degrees Celsius. During these months, the need for effective cooling solutions becomes crucial to maintain a comfortable indoor environment.

One popular cooling option for residents in Merrimac is split system air conditioning. Split systems provide efficient cooling and heating throughout the year, making them ideal for the varying weather conditions. These systems are versatile, allowing for individual temperature control in different rooms, ensuring maximum comfort. Additionally, considering the abundance of sunlight in Merrimac, residents can also explore the possibility of using solar power to run their air conditioning units, reducing energy costs and environmental impact.

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