Embracing the Benefits of Programmable Thermostats

Like an old picture that has hung on your wall for years, your thermostat is a feature of your home you rarely think about and occasionally forget is even there. You know that by setting your thermostat to 78 degrees or higher in the summertime, you are saving yourself valuable money on your utilities each month. Did you know that upgrading to a programmable thermostat can save you even more, plus offer a ton of features you probably aren’t receiving with a traditional thermostat?

We’ve outlined the essentials of why you should make the switch to a programmable thermostat.

Less Hassle

Adjusting your thermostat each day before work or remembering to set the temperature before a vacation is an extra item on your checklist that can be crossed off with a programmable thermostat. With an updated model, you can set your home’s temperature schedule by the hour, adjusting for when you are out, asleep, or an incoming heat wave is featured on the news. No more forgetting about the AC, resulting in a hefty energy bill.

More Options

Wish you could set your home heating and air system to the schedule you nearly never deviate from? What about having the freedom to change your settings remotely? These are just two of the options you enjoy when you invest in a programmable thermostat. By giving you a greater set of functions, it lets you experience the full capacity of your heating and cooling system without any second thought of wasting energy or money. After all, you control the water and electricity usage in your home, down to the drop and kilowatt; why should your heating and air be any different?

Lots of Savings

Aside from being the most obvious advantage of a programmable thermostat, the amount you save may surprise you. According to the Department of Energy, you can save 5 to 15 percent on your heating bill, a savings of close to 1 percent per degree if you set your thermostat back for 8 hours each night. Those savings are pretty remarkable when you look at your annual expenses!

Want more information before you make the switch? Give us a call at (949) 245-6320