If you live in Wantirna South and you're replacing an old gas ducted heater, adding cooling, or just want a system that's cheaper to run, there's no shortage of local installers. The hard part is working out who to call. To make that easier, we've put the publicly available Google review data for four well-reviewed heating and cooling businesses servicing Wantirna South side by side, along with what each one focuses on and the questions worth asking any installer before you sign.
The quick answer
HVAC Climate Solutions holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 70 reviews, which puts us among the highest-rated heating and cooling installers servicing Wantirna South. We're based in Ringwood, around 15 minutes away, and we specialise in ducted reverse-cycle heating and cooling with AirTouch 5 smart zoning, including fixed-price packages for homes replacing gas ducted heating.
How four local installers compare
| Business | Based in | Google rating | Reviews | Open (per Google) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC Climate Solutions | Ringwood | 4.9 ★ | 70 | Mon–Fri 7:30–5, Sat 8:30–4 |
| Air Zero | Wantirna South | 4.8 ★ | 41 | Mon–Fri 7–5, Sat 7–12 |
| R & S Hamilton Heating & Air Conditioning | Boronia | 4.8 ★ | 26 | Mon–Fri 9–5 |
| Simplyair Heating and Cooling | Knoxfield | 4.7 ★ | 124 | Mon–Fri 8:30–5 |
Ratings, review counts and opening hours taken from each business's Google Maps listing on 19 October 2026. They change over time, so check the live listings before you decide.
To be fair to everyone in the table, all four businesses are well reviewed, and reading through their recent Google reviews, customers of each regularly mention tidy workmanship, clear communication and reasonable pricing. A difference of a tenth of a star is small. The bigger differences are in what each business focuses on, when you can reach them, and how they price and design a ducted system.
- Air Zero is based in Wantirna South itself. Its recent reviews mention split system installs, full ducted systems and repairs to gas ducted heaters.
- R & S Hamilton Heating & Air Conditioning is in nearby Boronia. Its reviews often mention the owner, Mike, by name, for ducted heating replacements and split systems, which suggests a smaller, owner-run business.
- Simplyair Heating and Cooling is on Burwood Highway in Knoxfield and has the most reviews of the group. Reviewers mention multi-split systems, evaporative coolers and help with rebate paperwork.
Where HVAC Climate Solutions is different
- AirTouch 5 zoning in every ducted package. Up to 8 individually temperature-controlled zones, so you only heat or cool the rooms you're using. You can try the simulator to see how that works in a typical home.
- Fixed package pricing. 16kW Premium packages start from $9,900 installed for Hisense and $12,990 for Daikin or Panasonic when replacing gas ducted heating, with 36 months interest free through Zip or Humm. See the current specials (offers end 15 November 2026).
- Saturday appointments. We're open Saturdays 8:30am to 4pm, which helps if you can't take time off for a design visit during the week.
- Fully licensed. Plumbing licence 117512 (BPC), Energy Safe Victoria REC 35211 and ARC AU 50347.
- A free in-home design visit. We measure the house, check the roof space and design the zones and outlets before giving you a fixed quote.
What to ask any installer before you sign
Whoever you choose, these questions will tell you a lot about the quality of the design and the quote:
- How did you size the system? A good quote is based on the rooms, orientation, insulation and ceiling heights of your house, not just the floor area.
- How many zones are temperature-controlled? Some systems only switch zones on and off. Temperature-controlled zones (like AirTouch 5 with sensors) hold each room at its own setting.
- What ductwork is included? Ask whether the old gas ducted ducts are reused or replaced, and what insulation rating the new ductwork has.
- What happens to the old gas heater? Check removal, disposal and capping of the gas line are in the price.
- Are there extra charges? Double-storey homes, extra outlets, return air changes and electrical upgrades can all add cost.
- What warranty do I get? Ask about both the manufacturer's warranty and the installer's own workmanship warranty.
- Am I eligible for any rebates? Victorian Energy Upgrades discounts can apply when replacing gas heating, depending on the system and your circumstances.
Common questions from Wantirna South homeowners
Does HVAC Climate Solutions service Wantirna South?
Yes. We're based in Ringwood, around 15 minutes from Wantirna South, and install and service heating and cooling across metropolitan Melbourne, including Wantirna, Knoxfield, Boronia, Vermont South and the surrounding eastern suburbs.
How much does ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning cost in Wantirna South?
Our 16kW Premium packages with AirTouch 5 start from $9,900 installed (Hisense) or $12,990 (Daikin or Panasonic) when replacing gas ducted heating, plus $500 for double-storey homes. Every home is designed and quoted properly at a free in-home visit.
What is AirTouch 5?
AirTouch 5 is a smart zoning controller for ducted systems. It lets you set a different temperature in up to 8 zones, control them from a wall touchscreen or your phone, and turn off rooms nobody is using, which lowers running costs.
How quickly can I get a quote?
Send us your details through the form below or call 0440 133 820. Patrick, Adam or one of our sales team will call you within 24 hours, usually the same day, to book a free design visit.
Ready to compare a quote? Request a free in-home design visit, see what zoning could save in your home, or read our complete guide to ducted air conditioning.