Making an upgrade to a smart thermostat was one of the best investments in home improvement.
I’ve replaced windows, installed ceiling fans, added insulation, caulked and weather-stripped and none of those tasks increased energy efficiency like the new thermostat. The old device required manual adjustment. I’d regularly forget to turn the temperature up or down before leaving for work in the morning. Then the furnace or air conditioner would run all day long, heating or cooling an empty house. The smart thermostat provides wifi access. I’m able to make changes through an app on my phone from virtually everywhere. Plus, the thermostat offers energy tracking and energy saving tips. It sends reminders when it’s time to schedule seasonal maintenance or change air filters. The device includes a learning capacity that eliminates the need to make a lot of adjustments. For the first week after installation, the thermostat kept track of every change made to temperature and created a schedule. It now automatically caters to our routine. While the cost of the thermostat was a couple of hundred dollars, it paid for itself in savings on monthly utility bills very quickly. My family never comes home to an overheated or overly chilly house at the end of the day. The thermostat intuitively knows when to adjust to ensure ideal comfort and maximize efficiency. The new thermostat is even more attractive than the old one. It has a touchscreen hub that displays the current indoor and outdoor temperature. It lights up whenever someone approaches. With the severe weather in the local area, I appreciate the thermostat just about every day.