Understanding System Zoning
You can't form an opinion about the value of a zoning system until you get a firm grasp on how it works. The good news is that this concept is easy to understand, so you don't have to be an HVAC professional to learn about its benefits.
Zoning is intended to alleviate problems that lead to uneven heating and cooling throughout the home. If you notice that you walk into rooms that are uncomfortable while the rest of your home feels nice, a zoning system could be the answer.
Zoned temperature control involves dividing up the home into well-planned "zones," each with its own thermostat. The individual thermostats monitor the temperature in a specific zone, and your heating or cooling system can adjust the output of hot or cold air to a particular zone in order to ensure that the temperature is properly regulated. The end result is an elimination of those hot or cold spots.
Using more than one thermostat also gives you the ability to turn off the heating or cooling in rooms that are unused. You get to save money by avoiding unnecessary energy use. Installing a zoning system does require a monetary investment, but in the end you enjoy comfort and savings.
For more information about whether a zoning system is right for your home, contact Rodenhiser Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning. Our team of HVAC professionals has been helping homeowners in Holliston and the surrounding areas get comfortable in their homes since 1928.
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