5 Benefits of Using a Programmable Thermostat

What type of thermostat does your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system use?

For decades, all residential HVAC systems relied on a non-programmable thermostat to control the interior temperature of homes.

While you can still raise or lower the temperature of your home using a non-programmable thermostat, upgrading to a programmable thermostat can prove beneficial for the following reasons.

#1) Convenience

Programmable thermostats offer an unparalleled level of convenience when compared to their non-programmable counterparts.

With a non-programmable thermostat, you’ll have to manually adjust the temperature each time you want to change it.

With a programmable thermostat, on the other hand, you can specify the desired temperature for different times of the day, thereby eliminating the need for manual adjustments.

#2) Lower Energy Consumption

Your HVAC system will likely consume less energy with a programmable thermostat.

According to some reports, HVAC systems equipped with a programmable thermostat consume 10% to 30% less energy than those with a non-programmable thermostat.

Of course, the total amount of energy your HVAC system consumes varies depending on many factors. Nonetheless, you can promote a more energy-efficient HVAC system by switching to a programmable thermostat.

#3) Cost Savings

Because of its energy-efficient properties, a programmable thermostat can save you money on your home’s heating and cooling expenses.

You can program the thermostat so that your HVAC system only operates when your home is occupied.

If neither you nor any of your family members are home during the midday hours, perhaps, it’s recommended that you program your thermostat to turn off heating and cooling during these midday hours.

#4) Consistent Temperature

With a programmable thermostat, you’ll reap the benefits of a more consistent temperature in your home.

When you program the thermostat for a specific temperature, it will strive to maintain that temperature for your home.

During the summer, the AC will automatically turn on if the temperature in your home rises above the temperature to which you set the programmable thermostat.

#5) Remote Access

Depending on the specific type of programmable thermostat, you may be able to access and control it remotely.

In recent years, programmable “smart” thermostats have become increasingly popular. Like other smart devices, they are designed to connect to the internet and/or Wi-Fi.

Using a mobile app, you can connect to the programmable thermostat to set new heating or cooling schedules or otherwise adjust the temperature in your home.

If you are experiencing a problem with your air conditioning or heating call us at 512-336-1431 to schedule an appointment. We’ll be glad to come out and take a look at the issue.

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