Is Zone Control really for everyone?

Why Your Residential and Light Commercial Forced-Air Systems Need a Zone Control System

In today's world, energy efficiency and personalized comfort are top priorities for homeowners and business owners alike. One technology that can significantly improve both is a zone control system for your forced-air heating and cooling systems. At ZoningSupply.com, we believe that implementing a zone control system, such as the SmartZone from Ecojay, can transform how you experience comfort in your home or business. Here’s why.

Understanding Zone Control Systems

A zone control system divides your home or business into different zones, each of which can be heated or cooled independently. This is achieved through the use of dampers installed in the ductwork and controlled by a central system that responds to separate thermostats placed in each zone. This allows for precise temperature control in different areas, leading to numerous benefits.

Benefits of Zone Control Systems

1. Enhanced Comfort

With a zone control system, you can maintain different temperatures in different areas of your home or business. For example, you might prefer a cooler bedroom at night but a warmer living room during the day. Zoning allows you to set the perfect temperature for each zone, ensuring optimal comfort for everyone.

2. Energy Efficiency and Cost Savings

Heating or cooling your entire home or business uniformly can lead to wasted energy and higher utility bills. Zone control systems reduce energy consumption by only conditioning the areas that need it, rather than the entire building. This targeted approach can lead to significant cost savings over time.

3. Extended HVAC System Lifespan

By reducing the workload on your HVAC system, zone control can help extend its lifespan. Since the system isn’t working as hard to maintain a uniform temperature throughout the entire building, there’s less wear and tear on the equipment. This can result in fewer repairs and a longer life for your system.

4. Improved Indoor Air Quality

Zone control systems can improve indoor air quality by ensuring that the HVAC system is not overworking and potentially spreading dust, allergens, and other pollutants throughout the entire building. By focusing on specific zones, it’s easier to manage and maintain cleaner air.

5. Customization and Control

Modern zone control systems, like Ecojay's SmartZone, offer advanced customization and control options. You can easily set schedules, make adjustments remotely, and monitor system performance, all of which contribute to a more efficient and user-friendly experience.

Why Choose Ecojay's SmartZone?

Ecojay's SmartZone system stands out in the market for several reasons:

1. Advanced Technology

SmartZone utilizes advanced technology to ensure precise control and efficient operation. Its intelligent algorithms and user-friendly interface make it easy to customize settings for optimal performance.

2. Easy Integration

The SmartZone system is designed to integrate seamlessly with most residential and light commercial forced-air systems. Whether you’re retrofitting an existing system or installing a new one, SmartZone provides a straightforward and efficient solution.

3. Reliable Performance

Ecojay is known for its reliable and durable products. The SmartZone system is built to withstand the demands of regular use, ensuring consistent and dependable performance over time. All parts come with 5 year warranty.

4. Remote Access and Control

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With SmartZone connected to WiFi thermostats such as NEST, ECOBEE, VINE, etc, you can control your system from anywhere using a smartphone or tablet. This remote access capability allows you to make adjustments on the go, ensuring your comfort and efficiency needs are always met.

5. Energy Management Features

SmartZone includes features designed to optimize energy use, such as programmable limits and economizer capability. Additionally, using the Wifi Thermostats’ logging capabilities, can help you understand and manage your energy use more effectively.

Conclusion

Investing in a zone control system like Ecojay’s SmartZone is a smart move for anyone looking to enhance comfort, increase energy efficiency, and save on utility costs. At ZoningSupply.com, we’re committed to providing the best solutions for your heating and cooling needs. By implementing a zone control system, you can enjoy the benefits of personalized comfort, reduced energy consumption, and a longer-lasting HVAC system.

Revolutionize your home or business’s heating and cooling efficiency with SmartZone today!

If you have questions or comments, let us know!

HVAC Contractors: Out-Perform the Competition with ZoningSupply.com

Contractors nowadays are finding that homeowners and business-owners are looking for all the bells and whistles they can reasonably afford and install. Among features like energy-efficient fixtures and home-automation, HVAC zoning is usually near the top of this list. Of course, zoning offers multiple benefits to homes and buildings as it can save energy and provide a custom level of comfort.

As HVAC zoning rises in popularity, homeowners and business-owners are beginning to ask for it by name.

How can contractors make the most of this movement?
It starts with choices. Many contractors have unfortunately limited themselves to zone control systems that sit at the top of the market (as well as the top of the price-range.) This would be great if these “name-brand” zoning systems offered quality, reliability and features that justified the price. This is simply not the case. Contractors who have worked with zoning for a while can attest to this. The good news is that there are now many choices when it comes to zone controls, dampers, and equipment. Contractors and suppliers can now sift through the choices and figure out which systems are the simplest to install, the most reliable, and provide the best customer support.

This is where ZoningSupply.com comes in. ZoningSupply guarantees their products to be the most reliable, the easiest to install, and the most affordable in the marketplace. Hundreds of contractor and homeowner testimonials over the past 10+ years sing praises of the top-notch products they offer.
Here’s why . . .

Contractor-Friendly
The engineers behind ZoningSupply products will tell you that their systems were designed with the contractor in mind. In other words, full-color install guides, screwless wiring, and color-coded LEDs are only the start. If a contractor picks up the phone and talks to Jeff or one of our other tech-support specialists, they’ll be sure to have all of their questions answered quickly but thoroughly.  

Easy-to-follow instructions and simple design make for a lightning-fast install.  

Ship Direct for Free
Furthermore, ZoningSupply.com can ship anywhere in the U.S. for free. Individual components or entire systems can be purchased on the website and delivered straight to your office or job site,  

Affordable
ZoningSupply’s featured SmartZone 2x, 4x, and 2L systems are among the most affordable in the marketplace. This puts money in your pocket and provides savings that can be passed along to homeowners.

Universally Compatible
If a contractor uses ZoningSupply, they can confidently offer retrofit options for virtually any existing HVAC system on the market. This means not having to learn and re-learn various installation procedures. This also means that nearly every home or building in your area can be retrofitted for zoning . . . Think of the opportunities!

With zone control systems, as with any product, there are the good, the bad, and the ugly. In the end, they all must answer to the contractors and ultimately the homeowners. When bidding on projects or marketing their services, contractors should equip themselves with the confidence and reliability that ZoningSupply.com products provide.  

Replacing old 2-wire spring damper with a high quality ecojay damper

UPDATE: March 2017 - NEW Dampers available now.  TAKE-OFF ROUND, INSERT ROUND & RECTANGLE Dampers all available now ... scroll down to see all damper models. OR click here.

Some older zone control panels have only two connectors for damper wiring (common & power-close).  These were designed when predominately 2-wire (spring open) dampers were used for zoning.  In recent years, 3-wire (power-open, power-close) dampers have become more common because of their low power consumption and higher reliability.  You might think you have to upgrade your zoning panel to accommodate for these preferable 3-wire dampers... not with Ecojay dampers and belimo actuators.  The wiring diagram below shows how to connect the Ecojay Power Damper to an older zone panel that is only designed to work with 2-wire dampers.

If you are planing to replace the zone controller with SmartZone, this diagram is NOT necessary.

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Zoned climate control in your car… why not your home?

For many years, lots of car manufacturers have been putting separate passenger/driver/rear climate controls in cars.  In such a small space, this could be seen a “silly” feature because the passenger & driver are in very close quarters.  In most homes, however, heating and air conditioning systems still tend to have only ONE climate zone (one thermostat).  Dual or multiple climate zones for a home makes much more since than in a car but is not nearly as often implemented.  With SmartZone most existing heating & air conditioning equipment can be upgraded to have multiple climate controls (thermostats) in different areas.  You could have a thermostat in the kitchen, bedroom and living room… comfort everywhere.  Additionally, with SmartZone, areas that are not being used can be turned OFF to save energy.  All the parts you need shipped for free from ZoningSupply.com Zoning experts standing by to answer any questions you have or help with system design.

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Replace a Honeywell 4 Zone with SmartZone-4X

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UPGRADE your system with an easier & better zoning control.  The SmartZone-4X is a drop in replacement for many zone control systems.  This is a quick diagram showing where to plug in the wires after disconnecting them from your old HONEYWELL system.

Honeywell HZ432, HZ-432, HZ322, HZ-322, HZ311, HZ-311, HZ221, HZ-221 can all be replaced by the SmartZone-4X in most cases.  For more information go to http://www.smartzoning.com