The thermostat for your HVAC system is a critical gauge which can save you money and make your heating and cooling system more effective. Different kinds of modern electronic thermostats come programmable and smart. A programmable thermostat has a vacation mode that will automatically increase the standard temperature by a few degrees while you’re gone. On the other hand, a smart thermostat lets you make temperature adjustments with your smart phone. Ambrose Air Inc is here to explain why you should upgrade to a new thermostat.
Choosing a New Programmable Thermostat
When choosing a new programmable thermostat, sometimes you can bypass replacing ducts, furnaces, and air conditioners. The better thermostat you have, the more efficient your HVAC system will run. If your thermostat is older than ten years, your system will run much better if you upgraded to a programmed thermostat. If you already have a programmed thermostat, a newer unit could mean significant energy savings in the long-run.
Typically, the newer your thermostat is, the more control your thermostat will have in remembering the temperature you want in your house. More modern thermostat units can
program temperatures at a particular time and set specific temperature changes. For instance, you can set your thermostat’s timing based off:
- A specific weekday and the weekend
- All of the weekdays including Saturday’s and Sunday’s
- Each day of the week
Advantages of Programmable Thermostats
When you can program temperatures, there will be no need for you to tip-toe across the kitchen floor in the middle of the night to set the temperature. A new programmed thermostat lets you have control of the temperature so that your home will always feel comfortable, regardless of the season. The more modern devices allow you to set the temperature for each room in your house. Also, new thermostats require less maintenance since they give you maintenance reminders such as replacing an air filter. A thermostat upgrade eliminates one of the biggest HVAC problems, which is neglect.
Controlling Temperatures with Your Smart Phone
One of the most significant benefits of a thermostat upgrade is the ability to link a new thermostat to your smart phone and make programming adjustments from any location. In addition, you will receive maintenance updates from your phone to ensure you will always be up-to-date on your air and heating condition. This feature allows you to keep your temperature at an optimal energy saving level and has the option to reset your temperature once you’re home.
Top Reasons for Thermostat Upgrade
- Lowered energy bills
- Automatic temperature change settings
- Receive access to your HVAC monitoring data and system status
- A modern and sleep touch screen instead of using manual controls
- A newer thermostat facilitates zoning systems
Lowered Energy Costs
If you decide to go on vacation, it’s recommended you turn up your thermostat rather than completely turning it off. The reason for this is air conditioners re-circulate air that is already near the desired temperature. Leaving your air conditioner off for a long time means it has to work harder to reach the temperature you set once you’re back home.
Programming Your Thermostat
A newer thermostat is sure to make your life more comfortable since it will save you time and bring you solace about your energy bills. With a programmed thermostat, you won’t have to sacrifice comfort. You can use it to make temperature changes, and program the temperature to increase or decrease to your choice before coming home.
Eco-friendly Benefit
A programmed thermostat protects the environment in a multitude of ways. Not only does a programmed thermostat help you cut energy costs. It also doesn’t use a toxic substance of mercury, which is used in older thermostats.
Pat Ambrose has over 40 years of experience in the HVAC industry, serving Central Florida. He tested for and received his class B air conditioning license almost 35 years ago and then improved that to a class A license in the late 90s. Pat and his wife started their own HVAC business in the early 90s, serving Central Florida. Pat still serves as the president of Ambrose Air, Inc., where he works as the chief operating officer. Over his years in business, Pat has served as the president of both the local association (ACCA/CF) and the state association of contractors (FRACCA). His expertise has helped his customers on many occasions, solving air conditioning problems that others had missed.