One of the biggest advantages in upgrading to new HVAC systems is the advances in technology and efficiency which were simply not available a couple of decades ago.
Today, many of the basic to advanced models of air conditioners and furnaces available for Atlanta HVAC replacement offer zone climate controls and full compatibility with smartphones. This allows for greater efficiency in the home and also greater control over setting the ideal temperatures for when you are home, away from the house or simply in the home but not using different rooms.
Zone Control
Zone control allows for specific areas of the home to be independently controlled with regards to heating and cooling throughout the year. For example, the main areas of the home can be kept cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter than spare bedrooms or home theaters. Additionally, bedrooms can be kept slightly cooler than living area of the home, perfect for a good night’s sleep.
This is not available on all systems, so be sure to talk to your sales rep about this feature when shopping for an HVAC replacement.
Smart Thermostats
Smart thermostats connect to apps on smartphones, allowing homeowners to control their HVAC system from anywhere and at any time. The smart thermostat will be an addition to the HVAC replacement, but it can help to save costs on heating and cooling throughout the year.
The homeowner can reduce the temperature in the home in the winter or increase the temperature in the home in the summer, saving energy. Then, as they are on the way home, simply logging into the secure app and adjusting the settings will ensure comfortable Atlanta home when they arrive home.
Some of these apps can even allow for additional programming options to control temperature settings throughout the year. These are ideal for people with set schedules who also want to save on the cost of home HVAC.
