Energy Efficient Air Conditioning - Grassdale, VIC 3302

Air Conditioning & Split Systems - Grassdale, VIC 3302

Welcome to the air conditioning guide for Grassdale, located in postcode 3302. Using the nearest weather station data from HAMILTON at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level, which commenced operations in 1869 and the latest recorded data in 1983, we can measure the temperature fluctuations that will affect the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

Grassdale experiences summers that have reached up to 42.8 degrees C and winters that have been as cold as -3.4 degrees C, showcasing the need for versatile HVAC systems. In January, temperatures often there are on average 9.2 days over 30 degrees C, while July sees an average of 5.7 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 60% at 9am and 40% 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, Grassdale experiences wind speeds of up to 14.8 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 Grassdale

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Typical Temperature Range (90% of the time)

Grassdale 3302

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Extremely Hot Days (10% of the time)

Grassdale 3302

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

Grassdale 3302

9am Relative Humidity
3pm Relative Humidity
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Average Relative Humidity

Grassdale 3302

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

Grassdale 3302

Featured Air Conditioning Installers Servicing Grassdale

Fox Refrigeration Ltd

Fox Refrigeration Ltd

19 Abbott St, 3300

Cooling and Heating Specialists

Finchett's Plumbing – Irrigear

Finchett's Plumbing – Irrigear

135, French Street, 3300

Your Heating and Plumbing Experts

Air Conditioning & Solar Production

Daily Avg Sunshine in Grassdale
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Daily Avg Solar Generation (kWh)
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Grassdale: Hamilton - approx. 8.2 km

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

Grassdale 3302

Featured Solar Installers Servicing Grassdale

Creek Electrical Services

Creek Electrical Services

287 Mill Road, 3300

Power your home with the sun's energy

Ted Finchett

Ted Finchett

135 135 French Street, 3300

Power your life with the sun's energy

Clydesdale Electrics

Clydesdale Electrics

860 Wallacedale-Hamilton Road, 3303

Powering your future with solar energy

Community Air Conditioning Statistics - Grassdale, 3302

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Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

24°C

Avg Summer Temperature (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Temperature at 3pm in Grassdale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton), which is at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level and started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, which we've aggregated into a historical average temperature for Grassdale’s Summer months.

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Avg Days Over 30°C

30 days/per year

Avg Days Over 30°C

Our calculation for Average Days Over 30°C in Grassdale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton), which is at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level and started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, which we've aggregated into the average for the number of days in the year the temperature for Grassdale will be over 30 degrees Celsius.

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Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

42%

Avg Summer Relative Humidity (3pm)

Our calculation for Average Summer Relative Humidity at 3pm in Grassdale uses Bureau of Meteorology data from the nearest weather station (Hamilton), which is at an elevation of 209 metres above sea level and started operating in 1869 with the latest data recorded in 1983, which we've aggregated into a historical average Relative Humidity for Grassdale’s Summer months in the afternoon.

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Total Number Of Homes

139

Total Number Of Homes

The calculation for the number of homes in 3302 is based on the total number of dwellings recorded in the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census. The ABS ‘Dwelling’ statistics for postcode 3302 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 3302, 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 Grassdale, 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 3302, 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 Grassdale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Electricity Saved

695 kWh/day

Community Electricity Saved

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3302 each day if all 139 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 Grassdale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$174 /day

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 139 each day if all Grassdale 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 Grassdale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Community Retail Electricity Savings

$63,419 /year

Community Retail Electricity Savings

This calculation highlights the combined volume of electricity that would be saved by the community of 3302 each year if all 139 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 Grassdale, plus assumptions about the homes in this location.

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Yearly CO2 Reduction

211 tonnes

Yearly CO2 Reduction

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3302 each year if all 139 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 VIC, which is used to highlight the amount of carbon pollution that is instead saved by postcode 3302 by switching to a more energy-efficient air conditioning split system for cooling.

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Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

2,948 trees/yr

Carbon Sequestration Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3302 each year if all 139 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 VIC, 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

1,754,597 km/yr

Car Emissions Equivalent

This calculation is based on yearly ‘Community Retail Electricity Savings’ that would be created by the community of 3302 each year if all 139 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 VIC, 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

Grassdale and the postcode of 3302 has a total 139 occupied dwellings. Of these dwellings in Grassdale 139 are houses, 0 are semi-detached or townhouses, and 0 are flats or apartments. We see that homes of 4 or more bedrooms in size are 45% of all dwellings, while 3 bedroom homes are 42%, and 2 or fewer bedroom dwellings are 18%. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics 0% 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 2.4 number of people per household and with 86% of properties mortgaged or owned outright in 3302, 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 Grassdale

Grassdale VIC 3302 experiences a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. The average annual temperature in Grassdale is around 15 degrees Celsius. The hottest month is typically January, with an average maximum temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, making it essential for residents to have effective cooling systems in place.

When it comes to cooling requirements in Grassdale, split system air conditioning is a popular choice. Split systems offer both heating and cooling capabilities, making them versatile for year-round use. They are energy-efficient and provide individual temperature control for different rooms, ensuring maximum comfort for residents.

Considering the increasing focus on sustainability, residents in Grassdale can also explore the option of powering their split system air conditioners with solar energy. Solar power not only reduces electricity bills but also minimizes the environmental impact. Local air conditioning service and installation businesses in Grassdale can assist residents in selecting and installing the most suitable split system air conditioner, ensuring efficient cooling while optimizing energy consumption.

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