Inverter Technology, Efficiency & Energy Ratings
Every current Braemar reverse cycle wall unit is a full inverter running on R32 refrigerant. The inverter compressor ramps its output up and down to match the room instead of switching hard on and off, which holds a steadier temperature, runs more quietly and cuts running costs compared with older fixed-speed units. R32 is also a lower global warming potential refrigerant than the older R410A it replaces.
Braemar split systems are rated under Australia's Zoned Energy Rating Label (ZERL) system, which shows separate star ratings for hot, average and cold climate zones rather than a single number. Ratings vary by model and capacity, so at your quote we point you to the star figure that matters for Melbourne's climate zone. Running fully electric also lets you pair the system with rooftop solar to lower running costs further.
Heating Performance for Melbourne Winters
Melbourne winters are where a good reverse cycle system earns its keep. Braemar's inverter splits are built to keep pumping out heat through the cold, so a correctly sized unit holds a comfortable temperature even on frosty Melbourne mornings.
Because reverse cycle heating moves heat rather than burning fuel, it is one of the cheapest ways to warm a home, typically well below the running cost of gas or electric-element heaters. A correctly sized Braemar head can be the main source of winter warmth for a room or an open-plan living zone, then flip to efficient cooling through summer on the same unit.
Single-Head or Multi-Head Braemar Setups
Braemar wall units can be installed as a single head, one indoor unit paired with one outdoor unit for a single room or open-plan area, or as part of a multi-head system where several indoor heads share one outdoor unit.
A multi-head setup lets you heat and cool several rooms, such as bedrooms and a living area, without a separate outdoor unit for each one, which keeps the outside of your home tidier and suits townhouses and units with limited external space. Every head runs on its own controller and temperature, so you only condition the rooms you are using. We work out the best configuration for your home at the free quote.
Installation, Warranty & VEU Rebates in Victoria
Getting the most out of a Braemar system comes down to correct sizing and a proper install. Our licensed, ARCtick-certified installers size each unit to the room, mount the indoor and outdoor units, run and insulate the pipework and make the electrical connection, then test the system in both heating and cooling before we hand it over. The Braemar split range is backed by a 5-year comprehensive manufacturer warranty when installed correctly, and we stand behind every job with our own workmanship guarantee.
Eligible Braemar reverse cycle models can also attract a discount under the Victorian Government's Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, particularly when replacing older, less efficient heating. Eligibility is set per model on the VEU register and the work has to be done by an accredited provider, which we are.
How the VEU Discount Works
An approved high-efficiency system generates energy-saving certificates based on the emissions it avoids over its lifetime. As an accredited installer, we convert those certificates into a discount that comes straight off your install price on the day, rather than something you claim back later.
Eligibility generally applies to established Victorian homes, there is no income or means test, and a minimum customer contribution applies. The exact rebate value shifts with certificate pricing and program settings, so we confirm your current eligibility and figure as part of your free quote rather than quoting a number blind.
Areas We Serve Across Melbourne
BM Heating & Cooling supplies and installs Braemar split systems right across Melbourne. From our base in the northern suburbs we regularly work through Preston, Reservoir, Coburg, Brunswick, Bundoora, Heidelberg, Ivanhoe, Northcote and Thornbury, and out to Melton and the wider metro area. Wherever you are in Melbourne, we can recommend and install the right Braemar model for your home. See our full list of service areas, browse all reverse cycle split systems, or compare a Braemar ducted system for whole-home comfort.
