Correctly applying the four pre-programmed settings of a programmable thermostat may conserve an average of $180/year. With the help of these money-saving tips, you can feel more confident in the investment you’re making to run an energy-efficient home:
How should the thermostat be set?
For extended stretches of time of at least eight hours, the temperature should be at its set points to save energy. This would include when people are at work or sleeping.
What if I’m using my preset settings and want to raise or lower the temperature?
Your thermostat allows you, for a short time, to use a hold feature to increase or decrease the temperature without removing your preset settings. When the next program period begins, the override ends on its own. If you regularly continue utilizing the hold function, your air conditioner will need to employ more energy.
What if I’m going on vacation?
The thermostat should offer two hold characteristics. One is for a lengthened span of time such as a vacation; the other is for a brief stint. Be sure to choose the right component for your event or your AC unit will go into overdrive.
What if I want to quickly change the temperature in my house?
You are unable to do this. Setting the thermostat way above or below normal will not hastily warm or cool your space. If you want your home to be at a dramatically different temperature during the day—or at times throughout the year—the thermostat can learn your habits and use that data to avoid overusing energy.
What if I have more than one thermostat?
In order to expand comfort and savings, each thermostat will need to have a programmed setback feature.
How often should I change my thermostat’s batteries (if it operates on batteries)?
Every year. Your thermostat may have an indicator to alert you of your batteries’ status.
When you have the right settings from a programmable thermostat, you can better manage your energy usage, which results in a lower monthly electric bill. Let us easily assist you in acquiring the proper equipment for your house. We offer rebates for these types of upgrades with our SaveNow Home Energy Efficiency Programs.
