What research are the recommendations based on?

Our recommendations are built on authoritative Australian sources: the Australian Government's YourHome guide (yourhome.gov.au) for passive cooling principles, the National Construction Code (NCC) climate zone classifications, CSIRO housing research on thermal comfort, and NatHERS energy rating guidelines. Product recommendations feature items rated by CHOICE and verified on ProductReview.com.au.

Is CoolMyHouse really free?

Yes, completely free with no catches. You get personalised recommendations, a PDF action plan, and shareable results. We don't sell your data. Some product links are affiliate links (we may earn a small commission if you purchase), but this doesn't affect which products we recommend.

I already have air conditioning. Will this help me?

Absolutely! Many of our highest-impact recommendations help you use your existing AC more efficiently. We'll suggest strategies like optimising your ducted zone controls, pre-cooling before heatwaves, using ceiling fans alongside AC (which lets you set the thermostat 2-3°C higher), and reducing heat gain so your AC doesn't work as hard.

We've got you covered. When you select 'rent', we automatically filter to non-permanent solutions: portable evaporative coolers, removable window film, internal blockout blinds, door draft stoppers, and behavioral strategies like night purging and cross-ventilation.

Does this work for apartments and units?

Yes! While some recommendations are house-specific (like roof ventilation), many apply equally to apartments: window film, internal blinds, ceiling fans, sealing air gaps, cross-ventilation strategies, and portable cooling options.

What about two-storey homes?

Two-storey homes have unique challenges - heat rises, making upper floors significantly hotter. We provide specific recommendations: ensuring adequate ceiling insulation, installing ceiling fans on the upper floor, using stairwell doors to contain cool air, and optimising ducted AC zones.

How much can I actually save?

Typical Australian households spend $600-1,200/year on cooling. Our users commonly save 30-50% by implementing high-impact recommendations. External shading on west windows can save $100-250/year, ceiling fans used with AC can save $100-300/year, and proper ceiling insulation can save $180-400/year.

What makes west-facing windows so critical?

The afternoon sun (1-6pm) hits west-facing windows at a low angle, penetrating deep into rooms. A large unshaded west window can add 1-2kW of heat - equivalent to running a bar heater! External shading blocks 80% of heat before it enters, while internal blinds only block 20-30%.

How do climate zones affect my recommendations?

Australia has 8 distinct climate zones, and strategies that work in Perth can fail in Darwin. In hot-dry climates (WA, SA) with humidity under 40%, evaporative cooling is excellent. In hot-humid climates (QLD, NT) with 60-80% humidity, evaporative cooling is ineffective - you need refrigerative AC instead.

Can I trust the product recommendations?

We only recommend products that are highly rated by Australian consumers (4+ stars), readily available (Bunnings, Amazon AU), and appropriate for your situation. Some links are affiliate links, but this never influences our recommendations.

Can I share my results?

Yes! You can share via a unique link (which includes your assessment data so others see your specific recommendations), get a detailed PDF report emailed to you, or print the page.

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 February 2026

Overview

CoolMyHouse ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website at coolmyhouse.app.

Information We Collect

House Assessment Data

When you complete our questionnaire, we collect information about your home including location (state), construction type, roof details, window types, and cooling preferences. This data is processed in your browser and is not stored on our servers.

Email Address

If you choose to receive your cooling plan via email, we collect your email address. This is optional - you can view all recommendations on the website without providing an email.

Analytics Data

We use privacy-friendly analytics to understand how visitors use our site. This includes anonymous data such as pages visited, time on site, and general location (country/region). We do not track individual users across websites.

How We Use Your Information

To generate personalised cooling recommendations based on your home details
To send your cooling plan PDF to your email (if requested)
To send occasional tips and updates (only if you opt in)
To improve our website and recommendations based on aggregate usage patterns

What We Don't Do

We do not sell your personal information to third parties
We do not share your email with advertisers or marketing companies
We do not store your house assessment data on our servers
We do not use your data for purposes other than those described here

Affiliate Links

Our product recommendations include affiliate links to retailers like Amazon and Bunnings. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us keep the service free. Affiliate relationships never influence which products we recommend - we only suggest items that are highly rated and appropriate for your situation.

Email Communications

If you opt in to receive tips and updates, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email. We use Resend to send emails, and your email address is stored securely in their system.

Cookies

We use minimal cookies necessary for the website to function. We may use analytics cookies to understand site usage, but these do not track you across other websites or collect personal information.

Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. Our website is served over HTTPS, and email addresses are stored securely with our email provider (Resend).

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. If you've provided your email and wish to have it removed from our system, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at privacy@coolmyhouse.app.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

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