Save energy, save money? Maybe…
Oct 23, 2020
3 minutes
In fact, the opposite is true. Shutting down the flow of heated or cooled air to a room increases pressure (known as “back pressure”) in a forced-air system, so the blower has to work harder, using more electricity. A better move: Ask your HVAC pro to create more zones by adding motorized dampers to your ductwork. Or install smart registers, such as Ecovent (). These battery-powered devices automatically open or close as needed
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