We have designed Hive Multizone to let you control up to six heating zones in your home. If you have it installed in over six zones your Hive Multizone system may not work.
Can Hive do multiple zones?
Yes, Hive Radiator Valves work fine with multi zone heating installations, where each zone is controlled by a separate thermostat.
Can Hive control 3 zones?
If you have two thermostats in your home (one upstairs and another downstairs, for example) then you can use multizone smart thermostats like Hive Multizone and control the heating for each area easily, all from your smartphone.
How many Hive thermostats can you have?
A Hive Hub is capable of controlling up to 5 thermostats and you can add Hive thermostats to your system at any time.
Can you have 2 Hive hubs?
Yes, you can have multiple Hive products in your home. You should set up your Hive products one at a time.
Do I need 2 Nest thermostats for 2 zones?
As you asked the question, each thermostat is individually controlled, so yes, you will need to have two Nest thermostats if you want the benefits of Nest in both areas.
Can you have a thermostat upstairs and downstairs?
You will need separate thermostats for upstairs and downstairs, and it is crucial these are set up correctly for optimal comfort. Upper stories are warmer than lower ones, so you want to adjust the temperature depending on the season to properly set up upstairs and downstairs thermostats.
How do you set up a multi zone thermostat?
It can be done in three simple steps:
- Replace your existing thermostat with a smart multi zone thermostat (a thermostat with remote sensors).
- Purchase external sensors for each room and connect them to your smart thermostat via the app.
- Place a sensor in each room you’d like to control as a separate zone.
How do multi zone thermostats work?
When multiple thermostats control one system, the house is divided into zones using dampers in the ductwork throughout the house. When one zone needs heating or cooling, the damper for the ductwork in that zone opens, guiding the warm or cool air to that zone.
Can you have two thermostats one boiler?
5 Answers. As long as the boiler is capable of providing enough hot water through the system to heat the whole house if necessary you shouldn’t have a problem. What you are proposing is a “coarser” version of thermostatic valves on each radiator and that is perfectly safe for a combination boiler.
What is multi zone heating?
A multi-zone heating and cooling system allows you to separately control various areas of your house. Each area, or zone, has its own thermostat and can be set to a different temperature.
How many thermostats do I need?
If you have a traditional thermostat that doesn’t support the use of temperature sensors, you will need a thermostat in each room and potentially, multiple heating and cooling systems.
Can you take Hive with you when you move house?
Your Hive Hub can’t be used by the new occupier of your home, so take that with you so you can install it in your new premises.You should also take any other Hive smart products with you, such as sensors, plugs, light bulbs, security cameras and any other accessories.
Can you have two phones connected to Hive?
What happens if more than one device is using the Hive app or online dashboard? All devices using the Hive app or online dashboard will see the last changes made and have full control to make changes. The last change received will be reflected in the Hive products and can be overrided by any other device.
How do I add a hub to Hive?
Log in to the app or website and enter the Hub ID (this is found on the underside of the hub). Click Go and your hub will begin to search for devices. Follow the on-screen instructions to add your devices. If you have a Hive Hub 360 as shown below, follow our guide here.
Can Nest control 4 zones?
The Nest Thermostat controls a single zone per device; however, a single home can support up to 20 individual thermostats. Additionally, there are some alternatives should you choose to monitor the temperature of multiple areas with a single device.
Can you mix and match Nest thermostats?
If you have more than one Google Nest thermostat in your home, they’ll work together to try to keep you comfortable and help save energy.You won’t need to replace all of your current thermostats, they’ll keep controlling your system just like they always have. You shouldn’t need to change any settings.
Can two thermostats control one AC unit?
It is possible to install a single central air-conditioning unit, with two or more thermostats, that can cool the house equally. A zoned system includes dampers within the ductwork that open and close to regulate the flow of air and temperature in each zone.
Is 2 zone heating worth it?
If you answer yes to two or more of these questions, dual-zone HVAC is definitely worth looking into. You’ll be glad to know zoning can be retrofitted into an existing HVAC system so you don’t need to purchase new equipment to take advantage of this technology.
How much does a 2 zone HVAC system cost?
HVAC Zoning System Cost
| Number of Zones | New Construction | Existing Home |
|---|---|---|
| Two Zones | $1,500 to $1,850 | $2,000 to $2,500 |
| Three Zones | $1,850 to $2,100 | $2,200 to $2,850 |
| Four Zones | $2,000 to $2,500 | $2,650 to $3,300 |
| Additional Zones | $225 to $350 per zone | $335 to $500 per zone |
Why is it so hot upstairs but cold downstairs?
Blame physics: hot air rises while cold air sinks. That means your upstairs typically gets hotter than your lower levels, even if your air conditioner’s working in overdrive. Your roof’s hot, too: Unless you have shady tree cover, your roof absorbs a ton of heat from the sun.
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