You may think you don’t need a smart thermostat. However, thermostats have come a long way since you first had them installed in your home. Newer technology is always more efficient and is designed for your convenience.
Therefore, there are many benefits to having a smart thermostat in your home.
Here are some of the advantages of having a smart thermostat in your home:
They are easier to operate
Traditional thermostats were quite difficult to navigate, which is why the technology was developed to make it easier to use. Modern thermostats come with touch screens and smart features like easy design and analysing the use of electricity in your home.
Smart thermostats work with virtually any HVAC unit, even ones that are over 10 years old.
Convenient programming
Smart thermostats are developed to make life easier for you. You can preprogram temperatures on a smart thermostat so that it can change throughout the day. This is particularly beneficial to use at night so that you don’t have to wake up to turn down the air conditioning.
Such thermostats are also ideal for homeowners who are away from their homes due to work. The thermostat can be programmed to switch on right before you get home so that you walk into a cool home.
Smart thermostats are energy efficient
The programmable feature on newer thermostats makes them more energy efficient than traditional thermostats. This can help you keep your energy bills to a minimum. You won’t be wasting energy in your home by keeping the air conditioning on a setting that’s too low when you’re asleep or away.
The sensors in the thermostat will adapt to your lifestyle habits and begin to adjust the temperature accordingly.
Little to no maintenance required
Traditional thermostats were notorious for repairs quite frequently. More often than not, HVAC issues stem from a malfunctioning thermostat. Therefore, traditional thermostats required more maintenance and frequent recalibration.
Smart thermostats, on the other hand, are quite easy to work with. They don’t require much maintenance. If there’s an issue with the system, it beeps to give you a warning. You will receive maintenance notifications on your smartphone when needed.
Smart thermostats are a great upgrade for your home’s HVAC system. If you’re looking to have your old thermostat removed and a smart thermostat installed, get in touch with our experts. We are a full service HVAC repair company that serves Smithfield and Knightdale. Call (919) 588-8015 to book a service with us.
