How Much Does It Cost to Install and Run Ducted Gas Heating

The cost of ducted gas heating will vary considerably. While we are not able to give you an accurate price on this page, we can provide you with a rough guide for how much you can expect to pay for a decent ducted gas heater set-up. If you wish for an accurate quote, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with us on 1300 100 040.

Cost of the Ducted Gas Heater

This is going to be massively dependent on the ducted gas heater that you purchase. At the minimum, expect to be paying about $1500 for a ducted heater. This would be a basic (but still quality) unit. Some of the units can reach upwards of $5,000. So, it is best to talk to our heater technician to get a feel for the right type of unit for your home, they may even be able to obtain a decent deal on the heater for you.

Ducted Gas Heating Installation Costs

Obviously, ducted heater installation cost will vary considerably based on the heater you are having installed. It will also be dictated by the size of your home. You can expect to pay somewhere in the region of $1000-$2000 for the installation, although larger units and homes may be a little bit more than this. This price will include not only the heater installation (which can take a decent amount of time), but the cost of planning the installation to ensure that you are getting the biggest bang for your buck from your ducted heater set-up.

Energy Costs

One of the reasons why ducted gas heating is so popular in Australia is because of the easy availability of natural gas. This can help to keep the running costs to the absolute minimum. While it is nigh on impossible for us to give you a definitive answer for how much it costs to run a ducted gas heating system, expect it to be about half of the cost of an equivalent electrical system.

Ongoing Costs

Do bear in mind that the ducted gas heater cost doesn't just involve the initial ducted gas heater installation and the cost of the unit. You must also remember that there are various ongoing costs. For example; you will need to have a heater service carried out at least once per year, with many having it done a couple of times per year. Just before winter is the ideal time, though.

The ducted heater service cost will be dependent on several factors. This includes the number of ducts you have in your system, the last time it was serviced, etc. If any repair needs to be carried out, then this will be add to the cost. Generally speaking, for an average service, you are looking at $239 and over. This will include any cleaning and filter replacement required.

Remember; always work with a reputable company for your ducted gas installation. While it may cost a little bit more to hire an experienced technician, it would likely save you money in the long-term as you can be 100% sure that the job will be done properly. Don't worry about anything! Just give us a call straight away, we can be at your help. Call now on 1300 100 040.