Programmable Thermostat

Programmable thermostats have been around for years, but a lot of people still don’t have them installed in their homes. After you learn about these four benefits of using a programmable thermostat, you may want to have one installed soon.

You Save Money on Heating and Cooling

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Adding a programmable thermostat to your home can slash your heating and cooling costs. The precise amount of money that you can save depends on several factors, including where you live, what indoor temperature you prefer, and how well you program your thermostat. Many homeowners have professionals program their thermostats so they can get the best results.

Although it’s impossible to say exactly how much money you will save, you can follow some general directions that will ensure you save some money. During summer, you should set your thermostat at a warmer temperature for times when you’re out of the house or asleep. During winter, you should do the opposite by keeping the temperatures lower when you’re sleeping or away from your home.

Your Home Becomes More Comfortable 

Without a programmable thermostat, you have to wait until you get home before you can adjust the temperature. That often means walking into a hot or cold house that makes your feel uncomfortable. Of course, you could leave your temperature set to the same number all day, but that would waste a lot of energy and money.

Once you install a programmable thermostat, your system will automatically increase or decrease your home’s temperature so you have the perfect indoor environment when you get home from work.

You Help Your HVAC System Operate More Efficiently

Programmable thermostats reduce the amount of work that your home’s HVAC system does. By helping the system operate more efficiently, you can extend its life. That will save you a lot of money in the long run.

Buying a new residential HVAC unit can cost anywhere from $2,900 to $5,000. That probably sounds like a lot of money right now. Imagine how much the cost will sting when you’re forced to spend the money or live in an uncomfortable house. Few people have $2,900 saved for emergency expenses, so you will have to make a tough choice if your system dies.

Every year that you can add to your HVAC system’s life essentially saves you hundreds of dollars.

Some Models Give You Remote Control

Upgrading from a programmable thermostat to smart thermostat gives you even more advantages. The best smart thermostats let you use your mobile device to take control of your home’s temperature. If you decide to come home early, you can adjust the temperature with your smartphone so the house feels pleasant when you arrive.

Many smart devices also have apps that help you monitor your energy use, savings, and other factors. The more information you have, the better choices you can make for your home.

Programmable thermostats offer a lot of benefits. Considering that you can save money and stay more comfortable, it makes sense to add one to your home.

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Brandy is the wife to a carpenter/musician and the mother of 3 amazingly awesome homeschool/unschooled girls. Brandy is a Photographer as well as a Coach for the Weebellion as part of Rolling Rebellion Jr. Roller Derby. Brandy is passionate about many things and suffers from a very painful and degenerative neurological disease called CRPS/RSD.

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