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How do zoning systems work?

In the same way that a single thermostat controls WHEN the temperatures in your home change, a Carrier zoning system controls WHERE they change.
therm2.gif (15417 bytes) With zoning and programmable thermostats, you can actually divide your home into two, three or four separate "zones" with similar comfort needs. Then, a system of electronic thermostats and electronically controlled dampers automatically adjusts the level of comfort in each of those zones.
A zoning system gives you the same kind of flexibility in controlling heating and cooling that you have with light switches in your home. It doesn’t make sense to waste energy to light a room no one’s using, so you turn off the light switch, right? With zoning you can basically do the same thing with heating and cooling — increasing your comfort tremendously and enjoying huge savings on your energy bills.
thermmap1.gif (37505 bytes) Zoning is especially beneficial if you have certain rooms or areas that are always warmer or cooler than the rest of the home. You can direct your system to automatically provide more heating or cooling to that area without wasting energy to heat or cool your entire home.

In many cases, proper zoning can result in operating cost savings of as much as 30%. While zoning does not actually increase the efficiency of your furnace, heat pump or air conditioner, it does increase the overall efficiency of your system by directing heating or cooling only where you need it. Plus, since you don’t need extra capacity to heat or cool areas you’re not using, zoning may allow you to install a smaller unit. Smaller-capacity equipment costs less to install and to operate. That translates into even more savings!

To find out how zoning could make you more comfortable and reduce your energy costs, contact us at (386) 672-8494 in Ormond, (386) 439-5238 in Flagler County, or (386) 734-8064 in Deland.  You can also e-mail us with your questions at info@totalcomfortfl.com
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