A programmable thermostat is a must-have tool in an energy-efficient home for controlling the heating and cooling system. When properly used, these thermostats reduce the amount of energy your household uses for heating and cooling while maintaining or improving your comfort level. Keep the following tips in mind to get the best results from your programmable thermostat.
If you own a programmable thermostat, congratulations: You’re on your way to saving energy. These devices can help you significantly reduce your household’s energy consumption.
Cutting back on energy use can be done in both big and small ways. Using a programmable thermostat is a small way to add to energy savings. But the control that this small piece of equipment gives a homeowner can result in big savings and greater efficiency.
Programmable thermostats are an excellent way to keep your home comfortable when you’re there, and to save energy and money when you’re not. Deciding to go with a home programmable Thermostat may seem like a no-brainer here in northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan, where our energy bills can be high– but which model should you select? There are many models to choose from and it can be pretty confusing. Here are some considerations to help narrow your choices: (more…)
Operating programmable thermostats is easy if you understand the features this energy saving technology offers.
Because the goal of a programmable thermostat is to save energy and therefore money, try to find a large amount of time (around 8 hours), when you don’t have a need for heating or cooling. This time period occurs most often during the day, when the kids are at school and parents are at work, or at night when the family is sleeping. Properly used, a programmable thermostat saves around 10% on energy bills. (more…)
Choosing your programmable thermostat can be difficult. Manufacturers offer different features and it can be hard to determine the best fit for your heating and cooling needs. Here is an overview of everything you need to know about choosing the best programmable thermostat for you. (more…)
