An Upgraded Thermostat Can Help Save Some Green and Keep a Home Green!
As technology advances just as fast as people can keep up with it, some things improve by leaps and bounds. One of those is thermostats. There are now many different types of thermostats in use, including manual, digital, and WiFi. Although thermostats are often overlooked within the overall heating and cooling system, the fact is that upgrading a thermostat can save up to 20% off utility bills.
There are plenty of new features that increase convenience and ease-of-use while simultaneously saving money and reducing energy consumption. So read on to find out how a new thermostat can help a home “go green” this St. Patrick’s Day.
Smart vs Digital Thermostats
Those homes with manual thermostats would do well to upgrade to either a smart or digital thermostat. Either one can help reduce energy usage and to improve functionality. However, older digital thermostats are still a step down from new smart thermostats for a few different reasons. Digital programmable thermostats can be set to reach a specific temperature on different days. Still, they generally can’t switch between heating and cooling without the homeowner physically changing the setting on the thermostat.
Although digital thermostats can be programmed, smart thermostats include more features and can be controlled from a smartphone. This way, a homeowner can change the temperature even if they’re not at home. No more forgetting to turn off the AC, which can cost money and waste energy. But many people wonder why they’re called “smart” and how they work.
How Smart Thermostats Work
Smart thermostats are called as such because they are programmed to “learn” the home’s schedule. The sophisticated technology allows the thermostat to adjust depending on the common occurrences in the house. They seek out patterns and do what they can to reduce energy, save money, and provide ultimate comfort. If the kids get home at certain times on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, the smart thermostat “learns” from this and starts turning on shortly before the kids get home, so the house is comfortable for them. 
Some thermostats even sense when the homeowners are on their way, getting closer to home, to turn on. No more coming home to a freezing cold or burning hot house and waiting for it to become comfortable! They can also be fully customized by the homeowners, giving them the ultimate control.
Eco-Friendly Thermostat Features
The fact that homeowners can control their HVAC system from anywhere can save an average of 10% of energy usage a year. The ability of a smart thermostat to adjust for seasonal changes can reduce energy usage and energy costs. This is one of the most powerful eco-friendly features of smart thermostats. The more it is used, the better it becomes at conserving energy.
These thermostats can also provide almost real-time information to the homeowners so they can adjust accordingly and see how much energy they’re using at any given time. Many can also track weather changes and present maintenance reminders so the system stays as efficient as possible.
About Tiger Temperature Heating and Air
The friendly people at Tiger Temperature have been serving Thibodaux, LA, for years. They have 24/7 emergency service and are always quick to offer a free second opinion. They also provide up-front, transparent pricing, so there are no surprises. Contact them to schedule a thermostat installation service today!
