How do I know if I have a zoned heating system?

There are two indications that you have a zoned system:

Your home has more than one thermostat.
Your home has more than one heating system or more than one type of heating system (for example, radiators and in-floor radiant)

Can a zone be added to a central heating system?

The hot water then stops flowing through this zone. An existing central heating system can be modified to incorporate zones, or a new system can have them from the beginning. There are design considerations that should be taken into account to ensure the system works properly for the life-time of the system.

How does a zone valve work in a hot water system?

Some zone valves include auxiliary limit switches to determine if the valve is completely open or closed. These systems use these signals to control a pump (circulator) and boiler to start pumping the hot water. The water then flows through the system, heating the zone, until the respective thermostat’s temperature setting is reached.

Do you need separate zone for underfloor heating?

Since larger houses will usually have stored hot water systems this will also require independent control. Where some parts of a CH system use Underfloor Heating and others use radiators the UFH is usually run as a separate zone. It may also be appropriate to treat kickspace heaters as separate zones.

Is there an alternative to a Y Plan heating system?

An alternative to the arrangement described in Y plan above, uses two 2 port zone valves in place of a single three port valve. This achieves a similar level of control as a Y plan system, but allows for further expansion into multiple heating zones at a later date (say to include discretely controlled under floor heating).

Which is the most efficient central heating system?

This topic only covers central heating systems. If you are looking for the high-efficiency space heaters, you can read our Most Efficient Space Heaters Buying Guide. The most efficient heating system for your home is the system that reduces your energy use in the most cost-effective and realistic way.

Why is an oil heating system good for your home?

Oil heating systems are clean and safe for the environment and last twice as long as other fuel systems. Oil heating systems are a good investment for your home because they are cost-effective and very efficient, especially the newer systems. Keep reading, and we will guide you through the oil heating system and how it works.