With the property market continuing to rise and Brisbane dubbed the ‘most stable city’ in Australia, buying a home in 2017 is a really good idea.

You don’t need to be an expert to master using all the features on your air con, you just need to do a little reading, and a bit of experimenting.

Regular maintenance is essential to ensure the smooth running of your ducted air conditioning.

Do you have a West facing room in your house that’s beaten by the sun every afternoon?

I know you’re thinking, ‘I just spent an arm and a leg on my ducted system, why should I spend more on optional extras?’ But we’re here to tell you why it’s definitely worth it!

Being handy on the tools has many benefits. If you’re a builder and love getting outdoors (and there’s plenty of great adventures to be found Brisbane and the Gold Coast) here’s 7 creative camping hacks that can both make your trip more comfortable and get extra kudos from your mates!

Ah, the sweet relief of a cool home after a long, sweaty day in the hot sun. It’s perfection, isn’t it? Now imagine spending all day playing football or doing construction work in the summer and arriving home to a sticky, muggy, and hot house. Not so nice, right?

Yeah, we didn’t think so. But that’s what will happen if you don’t clean your air conditioning filter regularly.

If you experience the hot, sticky Brisbane weather, chances are your air conditioner is probably one of your favourite appliances. But big, bulky and obtrusive AC units can quickly become an ugly sight in your living room or garden. We take a look at how to conceal your air conditioner units and design modern homes with discreet AC systems.

It’s widely known that poor indoor air quality can cause life-threatening health problems, like asthma, neurotoxic symptoms, respiratory disease, and allergies. But did you know that indoor quality also affects your productivity, attention-span, and overall work performance?

Street pollution can cause significant, if not life-threatening, health problems for people who live near busy streets and bustling, inner-city highways. In this article, we investigate some of the simple ways you can improve the air quality in your home if you live beside a busy road.

Are you having trouble with allergies or asthma? Then an air purifier may be for you. We uncover the benefits to having an air purifier in your home. An air purifier is a device which removes airborne particles such as dust and pollen from the air in a room.

Let’s face it, Brisbane doesn’t offer the coolest climate in Australia. It has a Zone 2 Climate, which means warm, humid summers and mild winters. This makes building an efficient home even more complex. Not only do you want to keep the home cool in summer and warm in winter but you need to meet a minimum 6-star home energy rating. This gets tricky in a climate where air conditioners are used for most of the year to cool the home. So how do you ensure a comfortable and cool home without the strain on energy? We’ve got some tips on how you can build a more efficient and comfortable home.

Regular cleaning of your air conditioning filter is not only vital to your air conditioner’s performance, but it could also affect the health of your family. We’ve outlined what happens when you don’t clean your filter regularly and what you can do to fix it.

Ever wondered why your house doesn’t feel that cool even while the air conditioning is blasting? The reason is that some rooms and elements in your house are more efficient at attracting heat than others. We take a look at a few typical places in your house that can make your interiors warmer than they need to be.

While we haven’t installed box air conditioners in years, many still exist in Australian homes. If this sounds like you, then ensuring it’s clean will help you get the best efficiency? We take a look at a few easy steps to cleaning your box air conditioner.

We’ve already had some scorchers to test the mettle of your AC, and summer’s not over yet by a long shot. The last thing anyone wants is their air conditioning system to break down on the hottest day of the year, and to swelter for hours in their home while waiting for the repair man to turn up. The following preventative maintenance will ensure your AC doesn’t give up the ghost when you need it most.

Residential Air Conditioning has become a necessity, rather than a luxury. But not all air conditioning solutions suit all situations. Use this guide to become familiar with the major types available today.

If you are coughing, sneezing, wheezing, or have dry or irritated eyes while your split-system air conditioner is on, it may be time for some maintenance. Here are four easy tips for maintaining and cleaning your split system!

Let’s face it, Brisbane summer is an absolute scorcher, and more often than not, we find ourselves thinking through new ways to escape that Aussie heat. At Star Air Conditioning, the team have come up with 10 ways to get out and about this summer, while still staying cool.

Checking Air Filters is normally an overlooked job. But checking your filters can improve your respiratory system and save you money! We take a look at important reasons to keep the air clean.

Have you ever come across an energy rating label for an Air Conditioner or an appliance? What exactly does it mean, and how does it apply to an air conditioning system?

Space conditioning, or heating and cooling, accounts to 40% of average Australian household energy consumption, with Appliances following after at 25%. So, it makes sense to find the most energy efficient product you can find for your household.

The best way to maintain your Duct Air Conditioner is through a cleaning process that removes all the dust, dirt and debris that has been collected from your system. Here are three different ways to do it!

Summer’s quickly approaching, and with it will come our extreme Queensland heat. Every year it’s the same – with the heat comes an increased demand for air conditioning. But what should you buy? Here’s a quick overview of your options.

Deciding how to cool your home is an important decision. Even an individual split-system is a substantial investment, and choosing incorrectly could cost you more in additional electricity costs. So whether you’re planning for a new home or working out how to stay cool this summer, here are some important factors to consider.

Air Conditioning in your home shouldn’t be a luxury, but a priority. It is an essential part of keeping your home comfortable especially during a Queensland summer! We take a look at how a ducted air conditioning system can benefit your household.

Your air conditioning system will be getting a good workout during the summer months, so it’s normal to worry about electricity costs spiralling out of control. Here are some simple tips on how to save money on air conditioning and keep your home fresh and cool as the temperatures rise.

We all know getting a good night’s sleep makes us feel better, look better and is generally a key part of a healthy lifestyle. But what are some of the top benefits for our bodies and minds associated with getting a decent 40 winks?