Daikin Air Conditioning

Choosing the right air conditioning system is about much more than choosing a unit that can cool a room.

Reliability, efficiency, noise levels, controls, appearance, heating performance and ongoing support all matter — and the right choice will depend on the property and how the system will be used.

At Oxford Air Conditioning, we install systems from a number of leading manufacturers, allowing us to recommend the solution we believe is right for each individual project.

One of the manufacturers we work with regularly is Daikin.

From discreet residential systems through to much larger commercial installations, Daikin offers a broad range of heating and cooling solutions — and it is a brand our engineers know well.

Who are Daikin?

Daikin is one of the world’s established heating and air conditioning manufacturers, producing residential and commercial climate-control systems including air conditioning, air-to-air heat pumps, ventilation and air purification products.

For homeowners, its current UK air-conditioning range includes wall-mounted systems such as Daikin Emura, Stylish, Perfera and Sensira, alongside floor-standing, concealed and multi-room solutions.

That breadth is important because there is rarely one air conditioning unit that is right for every property.

Why do we install Daikin?

There are several reasons Daikin systems regularly form part of the solutions we recommend.

A wide choice of systems

Different rooms create very different requirements.

• A bedroom may prioritise extremely quiet operation.
• A contemporary kitchen or living space may place much greater emphasis on the appearance of the indoor unit.
• A home office might require efficient year-round heating and cooling.
• A larger home may need several indoor units connected to an appropriate outdoor system.

Daikin’s range gives us options for all of those situations rather than attempting to make one system fit every application.

Heating as well as cooling

One of the most important things homeowners sometimes overlook is that modern air conditioning isn’t simply about keeping cool in summer.

Many of the systems we install are air-to-air heat pumps, capable of providing both cooling and heating.

That makes them particularly useful for spaces such as:

• Bedrooms
• Home offices
• Garden rooms
• Extensions
• Living spaces
• Conservatories
• Areas of the home that are difficult to heat comfortably

For many customers, this ability to provide year-round comfort changes how they think about air conditioning altogether.

Quiet operation

Noise is particularly important in residential air conditioning.

Nobody wants to replace an uncomfortably warm bedroom with one where the air conditioning keeps them awake.

Several of Daikin’s premium residential ranges are designed for very quiet operation, making them well suited to bedrooms, studies and other areas where sound levels matter.

However, selecting the right model and capacity is only part of the equation.

Where the indoor and outdoor units are positioned — and how the complete system is designed and installed — is equally important.

Air conditioning that can complement the room

Air conditioning units have changed considerably.

While function will always come first, homeowners increasingly want a system that sits comfortably within the design of their property.

Ranges such as Daikin Stylish and Daikin Emura have been developed with appearance as a major consideration, offering alternatives for customers who don’t simply want the most basic white wall-mounted unit.

That can be particularly relevant in:

• Open-plan kitchens
• Living rooms
• Renovated properties
• High-specification interiors
• Bedrooms where the unit is highly visible

Smart control

Modern controls also make air conditioning much easier to incorporate into everyday life.

Depending on the system selected, features can include app-based control, scheduling and the ability to manage heating and cooling remotely.

Used properly, these controls can help customers avoid unnecessary operation while still making sure a room is comfortable when they need it.

Which Daikin system do we recommend?

There isn’t a single answer — and we think that’s important.

Rather than simply recommending the most expensive system or the model with the longest feature list, we look at the room and how it will actually be used.

Factors we consider include:

• Room size
• Insulation
• Windows and solar gain
• Where the unit can be positioned
• Noise requirements
• Heating requirements
• Appearance
• Number of rooms
• Control requirements
• Budget

From there, we can recommend an appropriate system and correctly size it for the space.

Some of the Daikin ranges you may come across

Daikin Emura

A premium wall-mounted system where design is a particularly important consideration.

It can be an excellent option for prominent living spaces, bedrooms and contemporary interiors where customers want heating and cooling without compromising unnecessarily on appearance.

Daikin Stylish

As the name suggests, Stylish combines compact contemporary design with heating and cooling performance.

It is particularly worth considering where the indoor unit will be clearly visible and needs to work with the surrounding interior.

Daikin Perfera

Perfera places a strong emphasis on all-season comfort and performance.

It can be a very good option where homeowners want a premium system for regular heating and cooling rather than air conditioning that will only be switched on during occasional hot weather.

Daikin Sensira

Sensira provides a more straightforward residential option for customers looking for effective heating and cooling without necessarily requiring all of the design features found on premium ranges.

The right choice isn’t automatically the premium choice — it is the system that best meets the needs of the room and the customer.

The system is only part of a good installation

Even an excellent air conditioning unit needs to be correctly designed, sized and installed.

Before recommending a system, our team considers the property, the intended use of the room, suitable indoor and outdoor locations and the practical route for pipework and drainage.

That survey and design process matters.

A correctly specified installation should provide comfortable, controlled heating and cooling without the system having to work unnecessarily hard.

Daikin servicing and maintenance

Our involvement doesn’t have to end once the installation is complete.

Oxford Air Conditioning also services and maintains Daikin systems, helping customers keep their equipment working effectively throughout its life.

Regular maintenance can help identify developing problems, keep components clean and make sure the system continues operating as intended.

Is Daikin right for your home?

Possibly — but we wouldn’t recommend it simply because of the name on the unit.

Our role is to understand what you’re trying to achieve and recommend a system that suits the property.

Sometimes that will be Daikin. On another project, a different manufacturer or type of system may be the better choice.

That’s why we work across a range of leading air conditioning brands.

Thinking about air conditioning?

Oxford Air Conditioning designs and installs air conditioning systems for homes across Oxfordshire and the surrounding area.

From a single bedroom or home office to multi-room installations, our team can survey your property, explain the options and recommend a system to suit your requirements.

Book a survey with Oxford Air Conditioning and we’ll help you find the right solution for your home.