What Is Zone Heating?

Electric fireplace zone heating employs a supplemental heat source to warm an individual room only when it is needed. This enables homeowners to keep the thermostat low in the majority of the home while enjoying a comfortable temperature in the most commonly occupied rooms.

Because both zone heating and electric heaters aim for high-energy efficiency, electric fireplaces and infrared heaters have become increasingly popular for homeowners pursuing a green lifestyle.

 

What's an Example of Zone Heating in the Home?

There are plenty of zone heating examples that help drive home the concept.

Spaces like the living room, dining room, and family room all be heated directly with supplemental heat sources during the day, even though the thermostat for the central system is set at a lower temperature. In this case, unoccupied rooms like a mudroom or the bedrooms will not use up as much heating energy if the thermostat is set at a lower temperature. Overnight, heating can be redirected to the bedrooms as your family sleeps.

The key is that zone heating with electric units allows the thermostat to be turned down without sacrificing any comfort.

 

Are There Any Cost Savings?

Since you're only warming your most-used rooms to a comfortable temperature, you'll save money compared to using your central heating system.

That makes zone heating one of the most efficient home heating methods while reducing energy costs.

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How Do Electric Fireplace Heaters Maximize Zone Heating?

Electric heat is often more economical than central home systems that are fueled by gas or oil.

Here's a breakdown of the average cost of heating:

 

Electric fireplaces: 12 cents per hour

Gas systems: Over 20 cents per hour (depending upon local utility rates)

 

If you want to save time, money, and effort, an electric fireplace stove is an excellent investment.

Both zone heating and electric heaters aim for high-energy efficiency, making them a better choice for homeowners. 

 

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