Using a programmable thermostat offers you 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 properly. Of course the weather in Franklin Lakes can be hard to predict and the temperature swings can seem outrageous, but there are steps you can take to ensure you experience maximum comfort while also saving money every month.
Appreciating the benefits of your programmable thermostat isn’t hard, and one of the easiest ways to maximize those benefits is by understanding the schedule of your home. Every schedule is its own, but taking the time to recognize your needs will allow you to program your thermostat correctly and only be heating and cooling your home when it’s needed.
Of course you can take the approach of fiddling with it when you leave or get home every day, but why worry with it when you could have it programmed 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 big pieces of time allows it to operate more efficiently, saving you money and ensuring your comfort level is right where you want it. Setting 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 fight the urge to continually 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 number of features that may help you lower your energy consumption and can potentially lessen your energy costs.
- Programmable thermostats usually come with pre-programmed settings, including specific options for work and vacation. Using these regularly help keep your system from running when you’re away from Franklin Lakes 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 think about 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 great addition, and when used correctly, they can make sure maximum comfort is achieved and might potentially save you money as well. There are a number of programmable thermostats available, so give Total Comfort in Franklin Lakes a call at 201-268-5663 if you have any questions as to which choice would best suit your needs.