Sometimes you need to spend money to save money, which is true for purchasing a programmable thermostat. Everyone seems to be watching their budget and trying to save money and use less energy. One of the best and easiest ways to save money is by upgrading your thermostat.
What is a Programmable Thermostat?
A programmable thermostat, otherwise known as a smart thermostat, allows you to set up a schedule for your HVAC system. You can decide what temperature you want your house at various times of the day. Programming options allow you to set your thermostat by the day or hour, which means your home is always the most comfortable temperature for your schedule and lifestyle.
How Can a Programmable Thermostat Save You Money?
When people rely on manual settings for their heat and air conditioning, they often forget to change the temperature when they leave the house, go to bed, or go on vacation. Heating and cooling your home at the same temperature, whether you’re there or not will cost you big in energy use. A programmable unit means you can lower or raise the temperature to suit your needs and desired comfort level without remembering to do it every time you want it to change. These adjustments will make your home more comfortable, but you’ll use less energy, and you’ll see a significant difference on your utility bills.
Are you working on saving money this summer? A great place to start is with your HVAC system. If you’re ready to see the savings that a programmable thermostat can bring, reach out to the experts at G+S Heating and Air for the best device for your home and professional installation you can rely on.