Evaluating the Money-Saving Potential of Programmable Thermostats
A lot of the energy a home uses to heat and cool empty spaces is wasted.
Most people find saving money on energy bills appealing, but we can’t live without light or heat. An efficient way of saving money is by using the right thermostat. Almost half of a home’s energy goes to cooling and heating. If homeowners can reduce their monthly usage, it would save money. Replacing a thermostat with a programmable option gives better savings potential without subjecting the household to unfavorable temperatures.
Discover how programmable thermostats make a difference.
Fixing usage equals huge savings
Having a programmable thermostat installed won’t lower energy bills. Instead, be sure to use the new thermostat correctly to see a drop in energy bills and an increase in savings. As with any other money-making trick or smart tech, one must use a programmable thermostat efficiently to produce the best results.
Avoid energy use in empty spaces
A lot of the energy a home uses to heat and cool empty spaces is wasted. It’s advisable to close vents in rooms that aren’t being used. For example, some homes have closets with vents that don’t need to be opened.
Know the hours of the day that waste energy
Another way energy is wasted in a home is during certain times of the day, for example, when away at work or asleep. A cool home is unnecessary when no one is around, and extra heating is excessive when everyone is warm under their blankets at night.
What makes programmable thermostats superior to normal ones?
Using programmable thermostats reduces energy waste when homeowners are away or asleep without reducing their comfort. When a standard thermostat is turned down during winter, people must remove warm bed covers and deal with colder temperatures while brushing their teeth and starting their day.
When people come home from work in summer, they must wait for their ACs to cool the temperatures. A programmable thermostat offers the best of both worlds, allowing people to remain comfortable and save money.
How much difference does adjusting a thermostat make?
When you adjust a thermostat, a home uses up to three percent less energy for every one degree Fahrenheit. For example, if the heating is reduced by 10 degrees at night, there will be about a 30% reduction in energy. Homeowners will significantly decrease their monthly energy bill by eliminating energy wastage.
Hire a professional to replace the thermostat
Maintain the effective running of a home’s heating and AC system while reducing energy usage and saving money with a programmable thermostat. Consult with knowledgeable technicians on replacing a thermostat and ongoing system maintenance.
Fix My Air DFW of Fort Worth specializes in residential and commercial HVAC services, including routine maintenance, installation, and repair. All makes/models. Call us at (817)839-3511.
