If you're toying with the idea of upgrading or completely replacing your current HVAC system, now's the time to start nailing down your must-have features. For homeowners, zone control is a wallet-friendly addition to your wish list. The feature allows you to cool and heat portions of your home at different temperatures based on the specific needs of designated "zones.” Reading Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing first-rate cooling and heating installation services to the Cincinnati, OH, area for over 70 years, and they have a few tips to help you determine if your house is ideal for zone control.

While zoning will save all homeowners money in the long run, your home is an excellent fit for the feature if: 

• You're Getting a Completely New System: If you're committed to an entirely new HVAC system, zone control is a great addition. Even if you don't utilize it right away, it's easier to have it included in the initial installation than it is to retrofit an existing system. 
• You Live in a Large Home: Think of all the energy that goes to waste when your HVAC system heats or cools every room equally. Zone control allows you to have a number of different zones depending on the size of your house. More modest homes may simply opt for two zones—upstairs and downstairs—but any location that has a vent is viable as a separate zone. 
• Multiple Rooms Usually Go Unused: Even if you don't live in the biggest house on the block, think about how often you use some of your rooms. Do your guest rooms or other portions of the home go unused for extended periods of time? Zoning will keep you from wasting energy heating and cooling rooms that are empty on a regular basis—the savings will come right back to you in the form of lower monthly utility bills. 

For those who still aren't sure if they should choose zone control, don't hesitate to consult with a professional HVAC contractor before you commit. Visit Reading Heating & Air Conditioning's website for information on new installation and other services, and give them a call today at (513) 821-1633.