What's the Difference Between Smart and Programmable Thermostats?
If you are on the lookout for ways to stay comfy in your Orlando home while saving money, you might want to ponder upgrading your thermostat. Thermostats have come a long way from setting the temperature and walking away and Service Experts has a number of choices to fit your specific needs.
The most common types of thermostats are programmable and smart thermostats, and there are a host of options and features from Service Experts.
What is the difference between programmable and smart thermostats?- Programmable thermostats permit you to pre-set temperatures for various times of the day and week. You can set the thermostat so that it gives you different temperatures during the day when no one is home, or at night when everyone is snoozing. There’s no need to devote energy and money to keep the house cool or warm when no one is there, so a programmable thermostat helps you save money by making an adjustment to the temperature automatically. You can walk out the door with one less thing to think about.
- Smart thermostats take it a step further and are more intuitive. They follow the temperature adjustments that you make and learn from your behavior which permits it to begin adjusting on its own. Many of the newer and more advanced thermostats use your home’s Wi-Fi network, meaning you can control your home’s temperature from anywhere using an app through your phone or computer. These thermostats can often be configured to pull your energy usage statistics on a website.
Whether you choose a programmable thermostat or smart thermostat will be dependent on your individual needs, budget and familiarity with technology. While smart thermostats cost a bit more because of the additional features, both programmable and smart thermostats are great ways to save on your energy bills while ensuring you are cozy in your Orlando home.
If you have any questions about upgrading your thermostat or any more ways to gain efficiencies in your home, give Service Experts a call at 407-329-7661 or request an appointment online and our professionals will be happy to help you.
