If you are still reeling from your electricity bills for your summer air conditioning, you are probably not looking forward to the onset of winter and the associated heating bills. One great way to save money on your energy bills throughout the year while doing your part for the environment is to install a programmable thermostat.
A programmable thermostat can reduce your energy usage for heating and cooling while increasing your comfort level. Less energy used means fewer fossil fuels burned to create electricity and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
A programmable thermostat can be programmed to adjust the heat or cool setting in your home depending on your lifestyle. In the winter, the thermostat can be programmed to turn down the temperature after you go to bed and turn it back up in the morning before your alarm goes off. It can do the same thing while you are at work during the day.
In the summer the thermostat is programmed to keep your home cooler while you are awake and at home. Most of these thermostats allow for a separate program to handle weekends
You can achieve similar results by turning the thermostat up or down manually, but a programmable thermostat frees you from having to remember to adjust the thermostat every time you wake up, go to bed, go to work, and arrive at home. In addition, the thermostat can be set to adjust the temperature before you get out of bed or home from work and after you go to bed or leave the house for the day. No more waiting for the house to cool down or heat up to a comfortable temperature.
A reputable HVAC contractor who sells and installs HVAC accessories and optional components can help you choose a programmable thermostat that’s right for you.
