Buying a programmable thermostat gives you a lot of convenience when it comes to comfort. Not only do they allow for a variety of programs to be set based on your needs, they also make it easy to take advantage of a variety of savings if used correctly. Of course the weather in Tucker can be hard to predict and the temperature swings can seem outrageous, but there are steps you can take to make sure you experience total comfort while also saving money year after year.
Reaping the benefits of your programmable thermostat isn’t hard, and one of the easiest ways to make the most of those benefits is by understanding the schedule of your home. Every schedule is different, but taking the time to recognize your needs will allow you to program your thermostat precisely and only be heating and cooling your home when you need to.
Of course you can take the approach of tinkering with it when you leave or get home every day, but why waste your time when you could have it set to meet your comfort needs every day? It is a programmable thermostat after all, so why not use it to increase your comfort and energy savings?
Programming your thermostat for huge amounts of time allows it to run more efficiently, saving you money and ensuring your comfort level is right where you want it. Programming a schedule for your programmable thermostat will give you greater efficiency and more consistent temperatures, especially when you limit temperature changes to 10 degree differences or less. Maintaining a consistent temperature will also help you resist the urge to continuously walk over to your thermostat and use your “hold” button or make drastic adjustments.
In addition to the basic operation of your programmable thermostat, many contain a range of features that can help you lessen your energy consumption and may potentially lower your energy costs.
- Programmable thermostats usually offer pre-programmed settings, including specific options for work and vacation. Using these regularly help keep your system from operating when you’re away from Tucker for long periods when the temperature of your home doesn’t matter as much.
- Some programmable thermostats include an option to lock the thermostat, so when kids come home after school before you’re home, you can rest assured that there isn’t any playing with the temperature settings.
- Something else to consider is that making large temperature adjustments does not help your home heat up or cool down any quicker. Setting your programmable thermostat for any other temperature than the one you’d like to achieve only leaves you open to forgetting about it and making it too warm, too cold or wasting energy.
Programmable thermostats are an amazing addition, and when used properly, they can ensure maximum comfort is achieved and may potentially save you money as well. There are a number of programmable thermostats available, so give ACS Heating and Air Conditioning in Tucker a call at 770-450-1539 if you have any questions as to which programmable thermostat would best suit your needs.