The Importance of Thermostats in Your Home
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While the thermostat is a small piece of equipment, it has a huge impact on the energy efficiency of your heating and air conditioning systems. With California’s weather switching back and forth from heating to cooling mode all year long, when you choose the right thermostat, you can save a lot of money in energy bills as well as keep your home comfortable.
Below are some tips based on advice from the HVAC pros at SCHVACSERVICE to help homeowners understand how to select the best thermostat for their unique situation.
Why Should You Care About Your Thermostat?
Your thermostat is the brains behind your HVAC system; it controls when & how often your HVAC system will run. Many modern-day thermostats include a number of features that allow homeowners to:
Create consistent/maintain indoor temperature
Help Save $$ on Electricity & Gas
Control their HVAC systems remotely
Set up an automatic schedule of comfort based on their lifestyle & where they are in the house
Increase the lifespan of their HVAC equipment
If you are a homeowner in California that is subject to energy regulations, heat waves, and chilly evenings, installing a Smart Thermostat is a smart purchase and will positively affect your household budget!Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Top Option for Overall Control
Features Advanced Energy Optimization
Includes Built in Voice Control and Smart Home Integration
Features Room Sensors for more balanced Temperature throughout the home.
Best suited for Large or Multi-level homes.
Ideal for Homeowners Seeking Precise Control of Performance, and Long
term Energy Savings.
Google Nest Thermostat
Hands-Free Automation
Automatically adjusts to Your Routine
Clean Minimalist look
Remote Access Via Mobile App
Best suited for Current Weather Changes in California
Great for Homeowners Seeking Automated Comfort without Complicated
Setup
Honeywell Home T9
Best for Room Temperature Balance throughout the entire Home.
Supports Wireless Room Sensors
Strong, Reliable WiFi
Best for Homes with Uneven Heating or Cooling and a Reputable Brand.
Designated for Homes where Different Areas Require Different
Temperatures.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential
Best Budget friendly “Smart” Thermostat
Provides All Core Functions of Smart Thermostats at a Lower Price
Point.
Includes Ease of Scheduling & Mobile Control
Provides Energy Usage Data.
Compatible with Major Smart Home Platforms.
Top Pick for Homeowners Switching from a Basic Thermostat to “Smart” Device.
How to Purchase the Best Thermostat for your home
1. Find out if Your HVAC & Thermostat will work Together.
Verify that your Thermostat is compatible with your system type (i.e. multi-stage system, or a Heat Pump) prior to Making a Purchase!
2. Make Sure you have a C-Wire
Most of the Smart Thermostats currently on the market will require a C-Wire to have constant power. If there is not one already present in your system, professionally adding one will guarantee a safe and secure situation!
3. Find Features that Match your Lifestyle
Here are some Important Features to Consider:
Programmable or Adaptive Scheduling options
Smartphone App Control
Energy Usage Monitoring
Geofencing
Compatible with Voice Assistant Technology
4. Utility Rebates Available for Energy Efficient Purchases in California
Most Smart Thermostats currently available for Purchase have Appliances that qualify for Utility Rebates and are Built to Meet Energy Efficiency Standards. As such, many Homeowners will Experience Short-Term & Long-Term Energy Savings as a result of their Investment.
Expert Recommendations from SCHVACSERVICE
✔ Have your Thermostat Professionally Installed by a HVAC Technician to ensure Accurate Temperature Reading & Proper Wiring.
✔ Location of Your Thermostat Considering Performance. Do Not Place it Near Heat Sources or Sunlight.
✔ Use Room Sensors to Eliminate Hot and Cold Spots in Your home.
✔ Have your Smart Thermostat and Routine Maintenance Performed on Your HVAC System so You Will Have the Best Results.
QUICK THERMOSTAT BUYER CHECKLIST
✔ Is the Thermostat Compatible with Your HVAC System?
✔ Is the Thermostat Compatible with Your Smart Home System?
✔ Will the Thermostat Allow You to Install Scheduling and access it Remotely?
✔ Is the Thermostat Energy Efficient?
✔ Have I had My HVAC Contractor Install or Inspect My Smart Thermostat?
Schedule Your Thermostat Installation with SCHVACSERVICE.
If you live in California, the experts at SCHVACSERVICE will help you select the Thermostat that will work best for your Home HVAC unit and install it correctly so it Professional will be Compatible with Your HVAC System. Our Licensed Technicians will assist you with making sure you are Comfortable and Getting Maximum Energy Efficiency Long Term.
📞 Call SCHVACSERVICE for ALL Your Professional Thermostat Installation, HVAC Maintenance and Repair Services in California.