If you’ve upgraded to a smart thermostat to control the HVAC system of your Salisbury, Maryland, home, you probably want to make the most of this device. Take a look at some of the most innovative aspects of smart thermostats and how they can help you save.
Anytime, Anywhere Control
One of the most appealing aspects of a smart thermostat is its digital convenience. You can control the smart thermostat from an app on your phone or tablet, making it easier than ever to set up a heating and cooling schedule and make manual adjustments as needed. If you’re feeling warm while relaxing on the couch, simply use your smartphone to lower the indoor temperature without leaving your comfortable spot.
This feature is also useful when you’re away from home. If you forget to set the HVAC system to vacation mode when you leave for a few days, you can easily do so from your app, as long as you have a Wi-Fi connection.
Assessing Energy Usage
A smart thermostat is also designed to help you maximize energy savings and keep your bills under control. As soon as you install your new unit, you have access to reports telling you how much energy your household uses over a set period of time. You can use this data to determine whether you want to make changes, or you can allow your smart thermostat to make automatic adjustments that reduce potential energy waste.
Learning Skills
When you set up a heating and cooling schedule, the smart thermostat makes sure the air in your home is at the desired temperature while saving as much energy as possible when you’re away. Units can be programmed to maintain a certain temperature throughout the day when no one is home and begin cooling or heating to meet the temperature you want by the time you arrive.
Our technicians at Griffith Energy Services, Inc. can help you make the most of the smart thermostat that controls your HVAC system, so call us at 888-474-3391.
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