Using a programmable thermostat affords a lot of convenience when it comes to comfort. Not only do they allow for a range of programs to be set centered around your needs, they also make it easy to take advantage of a variety of savings if used correctly. Of course the weather in Houston can be unpredictable and the temperature swings can seem ridiculous, but there are steps you can take to make certain you experience maximum comfort while also saving money month after month.
Enjoying the benefits of your programmable thermostat isn’t tough, and one of the easiest ways to make best use 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.
Certainly 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 up 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?
Setting your thermostat for big amounts of time allows it to operate more efficiently, saving you money and ensuring your comfort level is right where you want it. Setting up a schedule for your programmable thermostat will offer you greater efficiency and more consistent temperatures, especially when you limit temperature changes to 10 degree differences or less. Sustaining a consistent temperature will also help you fight 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 have a range of features that might help you lower your energy consumption and can potentially lower your energy costs.
- Programmable thermostats usually offer pre-programmed settings, including specific options for work and vacation. Using these repeatedly help keep your system from operating when you’re away from Houston 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 tinkering with the temperature settings.
- Something else to ponder is that making large temperature adjustments does not help your home heat up or cool down any faster. 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 a cool addition, and when used properly, they can make certain maximum comfort is achieved and can potentially save you money as well. There are a number of programmable thermostats available, so give Marcos AC & Heating in Houston a call at 713-469-3357 if you have any questions as to which programmable thermostat would best suit your needs.