Zoning Systems: Tailored Temperature Control in Every Room

Central heating and air systems have radically changed home comfort and made it possible to stay completely comfortable in any season or climate. But while centralized systems provide a simple way to regulate the temperature, they sometimes fall short when it comes to evenly distributing heated or cooled air to each and every room in your home. This is where zoning systems enter the picture. Read more about zoning and how it can help meet your family’s comfort needs in your home in Edmonton.

How Does a Zoning System Control a Home’s Temperature?

To help you understand zoning, consider your home’s lighting. You would never have a solitary giant light switch to control all the lights together. Instead, you have switches in individual rooms to control the lighting depending on how much light you need in each area of your home.

Zoning is a lot like that but applies to furnace and air conditioning equipment. With a zoning system installed, you control the heating and cooling in different areas (or zones) in your home independently. Each zone has a separate thermostat connected to a main control panel. This panel manages dampers inside of the ductwork, modifying them based on the temperatures and settings of each thermostat. When you do this, you get the right amount of heating or cooling right where you need it.

Zoning systems are more and more popular in newer homes but can also be retrofitted into pre-existing homes. An HVAC professional can advise you on how many zones you need and where to locate them based on your home’s size, orientation, number of stories and occupant preferences.

Should I Install Zoning in My Home?

A zoning system could be useful if any of the following circumstances apply to your residence:

• Multiple stories: Heat rises, so the higher floors are usually hotter than the ground floor.
• Big open areas with vaulted ceilings: These areas are quite a challenge to heat and cool uniformly.
• Finished basement or attic: These areas often have different insulation levels and exposure to the elements than the rest of the house, impacting your temperature control needs.
• Rooms with really big windows: Large, south-facing windows make rooms warmer, while those with a northern exposure can make the room more challenging to heat.
• Diverse heating and cooling preferences: Certain family members might prefer different temperatures in certain rooms depending on the time of day.
• Partial concrete slab construction: The foundation significantly impacts how your home absorbs and retains heat.
• Homes with wings or additions: These sections of a home often need their own heating and cooling method or a ductwork extension and integration into the central HVAC system.

Perks of HVAC Zoning

If you encounter problems with different temperatures throughout your home or always battle your family for control of the thermostat, an HVAC zoning system might be right for you. Here are different ways zoning can enhance your daily life:

• Tailored home comfort: Perhaps you want a cool home office and a warm nursery for your baby to nap in. Zoning allows for specific settings in different locations so everyone can enjoy their favorite temperatures in their own spaces.
• Improved energy efficiency: Traditional systems waste energy by heating or cooling the entire home, but with a zoning system, you control when and where your HVAC system operates. This reduces energy bills and makes your home more kind to the environment.
• Improved control and convenience: Modern-day zoning systems come with convenient programmable or smart thermostats. These allow you to schedule temperature changes in different zones based on your daily routine. Envision waking up to a warm bathroom or automatically turning down the heat in empty rooms. This level of control is quite possible with a zoning system and smart thermostat combination.
• Prolonged HVAC system life: Traditional HVAC systems wear out due to the constant demand of heating or cooling an entire home. On the other hand, zoning systems apply energy only where it’s required for less strain on your system.
• Quieter operation: Since zoning systems generally heat or cool small areas at a time, they operate at lower, less demanding fan speeds. This translates into less background noise and a more peaceful home setting.
• Lower bills: Even though the initial upgrade is an investment, significant long-term savings are possible. Savings on your monthly energy expenditures, reduced repair costs and an extended HVAC system life span make zoning systems a cost-effective choice.

Call McKinley Heating Service Experts for HVAC Zoning in Edmonton

If you’re ready to experience exceptional home comfort and efficiency, turn to McKinley Heating Service Experts. Our team provides fast, effective and long-lasting fixes for all your comfort needs in Edmonton. We stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and are proud of making a meaningful impact on your life. Phone 780-800-7092 today for more info or to schedule an HVAC zoning assessment.