Do certain areas of your home experience temperature swings, no matter how much you fiddle with the thermostat? As a result, your HVAC equipment uses more energy and creates higher bills from the extra stress. If this sounds familiar, switch to a radiant zone control system.
What Is Zone Control?
Radiant zone control, or home zoning, is an energy-efficient HVAC solution granting you precise control over the temperature in each room. This system tailors heating or cooling to the rooms you’re actively using, working with your thermostat to deliver the right amount of comfort wherever and whenever you need it.
The key components are simple: thermostats, a control panel, and strategically placed zone dampers in your ductwork. While zoning doesn’t impact your HVAC system’s overall efficiency, it does ensure optimal usage.
How Does It Work?
Radiant zone control connects thermostats to a central control panel, regulating open and closed dampers in your ductwork to control the airflow of hot or cold air. You set the temperature for each zone using individual thermostats, and the system takes care of the rest.
Appliances, ceiling height, shading, and external conditions can affect indoor temperatures. Zoning addresses these challenges by allowing multiple thermostats to adapt to the desired heating or cooling level.
Do You Need Radiant Zoning?
Consider a radiant zone control system is straightforward if your home has:
- Multiple levels
- Expansive floor plan
- Concrete slab foundation
- Large windows
- Finished rooms in the attic or basement
- Significant open spaces
An excellent feature of zone control is its flexibility. You can install zoning in one room and expand later, making it suitable for both existing homes and new constructions. You can zone any part of the house: an entire floor, a set of rooms, or just one room.
Benefits of a Radiant Zone Control System
The two main advantages of this system are energy efficiency and cost savings. You gain unprecedented control over your home’s climate, especially when combined with a programmable or smart thermostat. No more wasting energy on unused areas, adjusting temperatures to accommodate different preferences, and random energy bill spikes. This efficiency saves you money while enhancing overall comfort and indoor air quality.
Contact Us Today!
If you’re interested in home zone control system installation, call 360-499-6604. Our experienced technicians will discuss your options to find a zone control system that fits your needs and budget. Contact us to maximize comfort and cost savings with a new home zoning system. If you already have a zone control panel, call us for maintenance to keep it running smoothly.