Zoning

Take control of your comfort by customizing the temperature room by room, zone by zone. Divide your home into climate zones and control each room’s temperature with your thermostat.

Zoning systems split your home into various zones so that they can be either heated or cooled separately. Each zone is controlled by its own smart thermostat, so you can adjust the temperature in each area independently. This allows you to save energy by only heating or cooling the areas of your home that need it at any given time.

There are several types of zoning systems available on the market today. The most common type is a ducted zoning system, which uses multiple HVAC dampers in your existing ductwork to control airflow into each zone. Other options include zoning systems that use zoning panels, zoning controllers and zoning valves.

If you’re considering installing a zoning system in your home, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, zoning systems require additional equipment, such as dampers and zoning controllers. Additionally, zoning systems require professional installation, so it’s important to consult with a qualified contractor, like Bud's Heating and Cooling, before beginning the process.

How many zones do you need? 

The best way to determine how many zones you need in your home is to talk to an HVAC professional. For larger homes, a multi-zone HVAC system might be more beneficial.  

Dual-zone HVAC system 

If you find that your home has vastly different temperatures upstairs and downstairs, one zone for each floor could be the right fit for you. An HVAC two-zone system is the simplest zoning system.  

Multi-zone HVAC system 

A multi-zone HVAC system would be a great comfort solution for a larger, multi-story home. If you have a large gourmet kitchen and dining area, you might want that to be one zone on the main level, while the living room and other first-floor areas are in another zone. Then a third zone for the upstairs bedrooms, and perhaps a fourth zone for the finished basement. The possibilities are endless!.

A zoned HVAC system can give you more control over your comfort, provide energy savings, and, perhaps most importantly, eliminate daily arguments over the thermostat.