The race to have an energy efficient home is on now that the summer months are here. Phoenix homeowners are preparing for the sweltering heat by installing new and smarter thermostats to better manage the temperature inside their homes. In 2018, we have seen a number of new thermostat systems that are designed to maximize your comfort and minimize your bills. Here are a few of our favorites:
The EcoBee4
The EcoBee4 falls somewhere between a smart thermostat and a traditional programmable thermostat. It uses built-in sensors to track outdoor temperatures and adjust your home accordingly. The outdoor sensors essentially tell the thermostat how hard your system needs to work to reach the desired temperature. It also watches for movement in the house to determine whether or not the house needs to be cooled and features a new voice-activated control as well.
If you are away and it stops sensing movement, it turns the system down to preserve energy. It also has a handy app that allows you to sign in and adjust your thermostat from anywhere in your home or even from work.
The Nest 3rd Gen
The Nest was one of the first learning thermostats ever built. Instead of manually entering a rigid schedule, the Nest adapts its schedule to your movements, learning your habits and daily routines on its own. You can easily add extra sensors throughout the house for zoned temperature control and more. It is also one of the only Energy Star rated thermostats, specifically designed to help you save money by providing you with energy-efficiency updates.
The T5Smart Thermostat
The T5Smart Thermostat is Honeywell’s contribution to the industry. This intelligent design uses a combination of manual and app controls. It also incorporates a geofencing feature that senses when you are coming and going from home to adjust the temperature accordingly. It connects seamlessly to your smart home controllers including the Amazon Echo for complete control.
If you aren’t quite ready for the smart-home revolution, or you don’t want to spend a fortune on a thermostat, these programmable options still offer plenty of energy efficiency and useful technology. Depending on which model you choose, you can find one for under $100, and you will instantly see a difference in the performance of your air conditioner during the hottest summer months. Call Day and Night Air today for your free consultation or to schedule the installation of your new thermostat before the heat is on.
