
Advantages of Zone Control for Your Air Conditioning
The thermostat tug-of-war is a familiar scenario in many households. You adjust it to your liking, only to find someone else has changed it again. This constant back-and-forth leads to discomfort and puts unnecessary stress on your air conditioning system. Fortunately, one solution can help you maintain comfort and precise control over your air conditioning: a zone control system.
What Is a Zone Control System?
A zone control system divides a home into separate zones, each with its own thermostat and motorized dampers in the ductwork. This allows for personalized temperature settings in different areas. By heating or cooling only occupied spaces, the system improves comfort and reduces energy waste.
The core function of the zone control system is managing airflow through your ductwork. Motorized dampers are installed in the supply air ducts, with each damper having its thermostat. These dampers are connected to a central control panel regulated by the individual thermostats. As the temperature needs of each zone change, the dampers open and close accordingly to adjust the airflow and temperature. Think of them like gates in your vents, directing air to where it is needed.
What Defines a Zone?
A zone can be as small as a single room or as large as an entire floor or wing of your home. Before installing a zone control system, you and your HVAC technician will create a plan outlining the zones you want in your home.
When defining zones, consider your home’s layout and usage patterns. For example, areas with similar heating and cooling needs, such as bedrooms or living spaces, can be grouped. This careful planning ensures that each zone functions efficiently and meets its occupants’ specific comfort requirements.
Benefits of a Zone Control System
A zone control system offers several benefits for homeowners seeking enhanced comfort and energy efficiency. Let’s explore the key advantages in more detail.
- Better Energy Efficiency
You can significantly reduce your air conditioner’s energy consumption by cooling only the spaces in use rather than the entire house. This targeted cooling approach allows you to avoid wasting energy on unoccupied rooms, leading to substantial savings on your utility bills.
A zone control system also allows you to schedule cooling based on your daily routine. You can program the system to reduce cooling in certain zones when those areas are not typically in use, such as during working hours or at night. This level of control helps optimize energy usage and further improves efficiency.
Another benefit of improved energy efficiency is the reduced environmental impact. Using less energy to cool your home can lower your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. - Customized Comfort
With a zone control system, you can adjust the level of temperature for each separate zone in your home. It means you can create personalized comfort zones tailored to individual preferences. For instance, you can set the temperature low in your living areas during the day and keep your rooms cooler at night for optimal comfort throughout your home.
Moreover, a zone control system eliminates the need for thermostat battles. Each occupant can adjust the temperature in their designated zone without affecting other areas of the home. It not only improves comfort, it also helps maintain household harmony.
Additionally, customized comfort can have positive effects on health and well-being. Maintaining a comfortable temperature in different areas of your home can improve sleep quality, productivity, and overall happiness. - Reduced Strain on Your AC
A zone control system operates more efficiently and only runs when needed, helping reduce the wear and tear on your air conditioning system. By cooling the required areas only, the system can avoid continuous operation, leading to less strain on its components.
Reduced strain can translate to a longer lifespan for your air conditioner, potentially saving you money on costly repairs or premature replacement. Additionally, by operating more efficiently, the system can maintain optimal performance levels, ensuring consistent and reliable cooling throughout its lifespan.
Furthermore, by minimizing the frequency of operation, a zone control system can help lower maintenance requirements. With less damage to components, the system may require fewer repairs and maintenance visits, saving you time and money in the long run.
Is It Time to Consider a Zone Control System?
While a zone control system offers numerous benefits, it’s important to note that installation is not a DIY project. It requires the expertise of trained professionals to ensure proper installation and functionality.
If your air conditioning system could benefit from zone control, contact the experts at Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing. Our technicians can assess your home’s needs and recommend the best solution to improve efficiency and comfort.
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We discussed options and agreed that a detailed lcleaning and sewing of all the ducts should eliminate this problem. He discussed financing and, and returned the following morning to make all the arrangements. He also advised us not to continuously run the A/C fans when the unit was not cooling, which seems to have helped with the humidity already, even though the duct work isn’t scheduled for a few days hence.
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UPDATE: one of the area service managers contacted me after my review and apologized and stated they wanted to rectify the situation and asked about my service quote from the company I decided to go with. He wanted to do the service at the same price and deduct the $428 I previously paid for diagnosis and throw in 2 years of maintenance. He told me he would talk with his boss and call me the next morning. He told me to email the other quote. I emailed him and he gave me his number. I never heard from him again! He never called me the next day as he said he would or replied to my email at all. So I am now adding that they do not keep their word either to this review! Horrible way to do business. Go with ASC heating and air where they know how to treat people with compassion, keep their word, give free second opinions, have veteran discounts, great customer service- Marsha is great and so is Ron 😊
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Just an update, Andrew Morgan came and rejuvenated our system and did a wonderful job. His communication was clear and efficient.
07/23/25 Update. After getting the new larger duct to the master bedroom, it still wasn’t cooling properly. Goettl sends out another tech that actually knew what he was doing. Tech Billy McDermott found the problem. There was an opening on the back of the unit in attic that was blowing cold air into the attic. Once he sealed it up, low and behold the cold air is now coming into the living areas and the set temp is holding. I am leaving this rating at one star because after several techs coming out and telling us it was an airflow issue and we spent an extra $6K on insulation, come to find out none of the techs including a supervisor could find the problem. From now on if we have issues with HVAC, I want Billy to come to our house.
AC not working again since Friday night (8/8/25). I contacted Goettl as instructed, not satisfied with the response, still waiting for resolution and contact/communication from a manager.
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7/30/25 Update:
Goettl assistant install supervisor Nacho and his crew (Manny & Julio) assessed the entire system again today. They were polite and professional and made sure all our concerns were heard and addressed. It is believed the issue has been identified and fixed. Thanks Goettl for making the situation right!
7/22/25 Update:
Issues continue. Techs to arrive again today. Updated review to follow pending outcome.
7/2025 Update:
Goettl service technicians have returned to assist with some issues. Both Ian P. and Will M. we're both very professional it was believed issues were resolved. Dispatcher Betty was also able to hear my issues and arrange for a tech to arrive as quickly as possible.
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2/15/23
Thank you, Jorge G. Again for being so honest about our unit issues.
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