You already know that heat pumps are among the most efficient and environmentally friendly heating solutions, and you have chosen that route. But should you take a step further and buy a multizone system? Here is how to tell whether it is the type of system you need.
What makes it different. Unlike single-zone systems, which have just two units (a condenser outside and an evaporator inside), a multizone system pairs one condenser with several indoor units.
Why that saves energy. No matter how good a regular heat pump is, having only one indoor unit makes it less effective at heating every room well. Why spend energy heating a room that is rarely used? Why raise the temperature of the whole house when you only need it warmer in the bedroom?
With a multizone system you can install a unit in each room, or one on each floor, and set the temperature in each as you wish. The result is not only better comfort but a noticeable reduction in energy costs. Installation is not especially complicated either, and while maintenance takes more attention than a single-zone system, it is not a heavy burden.
The multizone systems we install. We fit multizone heat pumps from Mitsubishi, Moovair and Fujitsu. Which one suits your home depends on how many zones you need, how the rooms are laid out and how cold the unit has to keep working, so rather than compare spec sheets here, our advisors will tell you what those differences mean for your house.
Whichever way you lean, get the details right first. If you are still deciding between types, our guide to investing in a heat pump covers central and wall-mounted options too. Otherwise, talk to our specialists and we will help you find the right heat pump for your home.
