How do you maximize your home comfort without running your energy bills through the roof? There are a number of ways to do this, but one of the simplest is to invest in a programmable thermostat. It allows you to take better control of your home’s temperature while using less energy. Here’s how a programmable thermostat can work for you.
Using a Programmable Thermostat
A manual thermostat remains at the same temperature until you either readjust it or turn it off. If you leave it as is, then the system continues running even when you’re not home. If you turn it off before you leave the house, the air can heat up or cool down drastically. Then when you get home and turn the system back on, it will take a lot more energy to bring the house back to your comfort temperature.
A programmable thermostat lets you put the system into energy-saving mode automatically during the hours you’re typically at work or otherwise out of the house. Usually 7 to 10 degrees warmer or cooler than your regular comfort setting, it keeps the HVAC system from running full blast in an empty house, and it also keeps the air temperature from getting too extreme while you’re gone. When you get home, the thermostat switches back to comfort mode, and the house can reach your ideal temperature quickly, saving money and energy.
Benefits of a Programmable Thermostat
When you use a programmable thermostat, it can lower your monthly energy bills an average of 10%. If you also use the energy-saving mode at night while you’re asleep, you can save even more.
In addition, by getting rid of temperature extremes, it keeps your system from having to work too hard to heat and cool your home. This helps the unit last longer while cutting down on repairs. Finally, a programmable thermostat ensures that your home is always a comfortable temperature in any season.
For help finding the programmable thermostat that’s right for your home, contact us at Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning. We help homes in Lorain, Elyria, and Oberlin maximize both comfort and efficiency.
Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning
1 (440) 246-5440
Serving the Lorain, OH Area