With summer on its way, it’s time to start thinking about the most effective ways to save money and conserve energy when it’s time to turn on your central A/C system. One of the least expensive and simplest ways to accomplish these goals is to install and set a programmable thermostat in your home. These thermostats can help keep the temperature in your home at a more moderate temperature when you are at work or asleep year round and will help ensure you don’t waste money heating or cooling an empty house.
ENERGY STAR® offers the following tips to save big with a programmable thermostat:
- Select the right model – Programmable thermostats come with different programming capacities. Choosing the right model to fit your needs will enable the highest savings as you can “set it and forget it.”
- Change the thermostat settings if you are going away - Set the thermostat to an energy-saving temperature for the duration of your trip.
- Keep your thermostat away from direct heating/cooling sources – This will help avoid incorrect temperature readings and allow for the most accurate temperature control.
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