Air Conditioners vs Electric Fans

​An official Weather Warning is in place for Christchurch.
Right across the Canterbury region, temperatures are predicted to soar into the high thirties and may even reach 40 degrees Celcius.

Temperatures have been consistently hot right across Christchurch and the whole of New Zealand, that retail stores are selling out of fans. It’s already being called... ‘Fanageddon!’

What's Fanageddon?

​Seriously, we’re not making this up. People are so desperate to stay cool at home, at work, or at night when they are trying to sleep that it is near impossible to buy a fan anywhere in Christchurch. Radio stations have been holding exclusive giveaways for a regular standing fan, like it’s an amazing luxury prize.

While we love getting on board a good craze, at Heat Pumps NOW, we think the whole ‘Fanageddon’ craze is a bit overrated. It’s great if you own a big retail chain, but the hype is really blowing a lot of hot air.

Fans Aren't The Best Air Conditioners

​Fans aren’t that great at keeping you cool. The breeze can feel nice on your face. But what happens if there is more than one person in a room? You have to set your fan to rotate and wait for the sweet relief of the fan’s breeze hitting your face. When the weather bomb hits and temperatures in Christchurch reach 38, 39, or 40 degrees Celcius, that fan will simply blow hot air in your face like a blistering Canterbury Nor’Wester.

Heat pumps on the other hand actively work to change the temperature. Using the same science and technology you’ll find in the back of your fridge, your heat pump will shift the hot air inside your home, outside, actively lowering the temperature of your house. Heat pumps double as air conditioners. No more waiting for the fan to rotate back to you, your heat pump will cool the whole room, making everyone feel cooler and more comfortable.

Very, Very Quiet?

Unless you bought the absolute top of the range, your fan will be noisy. The rotors going around, the creak as the fan rotates from side to side. The monotonous drone as you try to work away in the heat is enough to put just about anyone to sleep. Some older fan models can be shockingly loud, making it difficult to concentrate on doing work, watch TV, or simply sleep at night while you unsuccessfully try to beat the heat.

You know heat pumps are quiet. You’ve seen the guy from the Mitsubishi ads go on about how quiet their heat pumps are. Surely we don’t need to say any more here. Heat pumps are quiet and will actually cool you down.

Save On Space

What if you are one of the ‘lucky’ ones who managed to get in and stock up on fans while they were still in stock. You may actually beat the heat if you have four fans surrounding the couch for air conditioning, making you feel like you’re being buffeted in the middle of a warm gale. Then what?

​ Before you know it, it will be March, the weather will start to cool, and you’ll be wondering what on earth you’re going to do with all these fans you bought in a frenzy. Do you find a closet until next summer when you might need them again? Maybe sell those used air conditioners on TradeMe and hope you make some of your money back? Otherwise, they’ll clog your garage or house until this time next year.

When the Christchurch summer heatwave is over, your heat pump will help keep you warm in winter. It’s as simple as that. The one amazing machine is a heat pump, air conditioner, dehumidifier and air purifier all in one. Best of all, we’ll install your heat pump high and out the way, so its not taking up valuable storage space in your home.

Beat the heat and conquer the ‘Fanageddon’ hype by contacting Heat Pumps NOW on 03 377 7393. With a free measure and quote, Heat Pumps NOW will help you keep calm, cool and collected in the middle of this Christchurch heatwave.

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