Your top 10 FAQS for the new Braemar Dominator Series answered!

The all new Braemar Dominator Series^TM reverse cycle hybrid heating is an all-electric system, designed to directly replace existing ducted gas heating. Dive into this blog of our top 10 frequently asked questions!

1. Why did we create the Braemar Dominator Series^TM?

The Dominator Series^TM was created in response to changing market trends about the way we use energy in our homes. Many homeowners are looking to decarbonise their home, by turning to electrified heating solutions with significantly higher Coefficient of Performance (CoP). Put simply, the CoP is a measure of efficiency; the higher the CoP, the more efficient.

For consumers wishing to switch from gas heating to electric, this often means an invasive and costly process – stripping out the existing ducted gas heating system, ducting, vents, repair of plasterwork, and finally installing a new reverse cycle ducted system. Retrofit solutions can become especially tricky in older homes that are complicated by site restrictions.

We asked ourselves, how can we create a changeover model that simplifies this process for consumers with a cost-effective solution?

This product offers a new way forward for switching to electric heating and cooling, and reduces the cost in doing so.

The Dominator Series^TM was born. We believe consumers deserve flexibility and choice. This product offers a new way forward for switching to electric heating and cooling, and reduces the cost in doing so. It empowers homeowners in their decision making, and supports their aspirations towards a more efficient, renewable future. The Dominator Series^TM is all- electric, designed to neatly fit into your ceiling space to directly replace the existing gas heater unit. It also has the potential to significantly minimise further changes to other components of the existing system.

2. It’s a new product, how have we safeguarded it?

Firstly, the Dominator Series^TM has undergone extensive testing and assessment and meets all relevant accreditation, including MEPS, Electrical Safety and EMC.

The rollout of this product is also carefully controlled, beginning in Victoria, Australia. The Dominator Series^TM is only available to authorised Seeley International Dealers following extensive training; both in the product’s suitability and features, as well as installation. Whilst the indoor unit represents an innovation in heating and cooling technology, it is paired with the tried and tested Braemar inverter outdoor unit. This unit has been part of the Braemar reverse cycle range for many years, delivering comfort to thousands of homes across Australia.

For added peace of mind, our Engineering, Service and Sales Teams are always on hand to offer assistance should an installer, or a customer need it. We understand that in the early adoption of any new product, additional support needs to be available at every stage, and are committed as always to delivering an excellent customer experience, and supporting our dealers and installers to do the same. Over time, more dealers and locations will be added to the sales network.

3. What makes the Braemar Dominator Series™ hybrid?

Many homes with ducted gas heating also have evaporative cooling installed. When the gas heating is replaced by a Dominator Series^TM heating system, Seeley International encourages homeowners to retain their energy efficient, evaporative cooling alongside this. The combination of the Dominator Series^TM reverse cycle heating and cooling, and an existing or new Breezair or Braemar evaporative cooler, becomes a HVAC hybrid solution for your home.  Learn more about why this hybrid pairing works so well in FAQ #8!

We recommend fitting covers or caps to evaporative cooling outlets throughout winter, to maximise heating efficiency and prevent the warmed air from escaping through the evaporative cooling ductwork.