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Overview of Zoned Comfort Control Systems

As you can see from our example, the contractor cost is $1,469 less when offering Aprilaire

zoning versus two

systems. Additionally, there are many other important factors to consider aside from the equipment cost alone.

For example:

– Two systems require six slots in electrical panel to be taken (2x for each A/C unit and 1x for the

furnace) versus three slots for a zoned system.

– Incidentals such as a condensate pump (where applicable) for each system must also be taken into

account.

– There are numerous space issues with having to place two furnaces, two sets of vent piping, two

condensers (which are now larger) etc.

– Most often a house has limited space for intakes/exhausts due to a garage taking one side, the front

side being undesirable for equipment, and the rear usually being partially taken up by a patio, leaving

only one side and possibly some rear area for equipment. Code dictates placement in many cases:

– Fresh air intake must be ten feet away from any exhaust or gas/electrical service

– Exhaust vent must be four feet from the gas regulator

– Intake vent must be one foot lower than exhaust

– Exhaust vent must be one foot from windows

The fact is that everyone benefits!

How the home owner wins: • True zoned comfort

• Lower maintenance costs

• Potential for added Indoor Air Quality benefits

• Energy savings versus a single non-zoned system

How the contractor wins: • Win more bids

• Make more profit

• Happy builders

How the builder wins: • Satisfied homeowners

• Potential cost control versus 13 SEER mandate

• Less time needed by contractor in the home

Today’s homes need Zoned Comfort Control and zoning has many advantages over multiple systems.

Contact your local Aprilaire representative to discuss how you can benefit.

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