Do you still have a standard thermostat in your Denver, CO, home? It’s time to consider upgrading to a smart thermostat. Smart home devices provide several benefits to homeowners, including convenience, efficiency, and the ability to connect different smart devices together. Let’s look at the benefits of upgrading to a smart thermostat for your HVAC system and what you need to consider regarding installing a new thermostat with smart WiFi capabilities.
Providing Exceptional Convenience
A smart thermostat allows you to control your heating and cooling settings from your smart device. You can do this from wherever you are, including away from home. If you have other equipment installed on your HVAC system, such as whole-home humidity control devices or air filtration systems, you can control these devices using your smart device as well. Even if you’re home, you can control your interior settings without having to physically move to your thermostat. Some smart thermostats even work with the sound of your voice, eliminating the need for making manual adjustments.
If you’re away from home or at work for a number of hours, you can monitor your HVAC system for any signs of malfunction or issues. Some smart thermostats will alert you on your smart device if something is wrong. You can shut down your HVAC system and reach out to our team for assistance before you even get home. You can adjust your interior temperature according to the real-time data you’re reviewing.
Increasing the Comfort of Your Home
A smart thermostat can automatically adjust based on your heating and cooling habits and your daily schedule. If your thermostat has an adaptive learning feature, it will learn your schedule and adjust without you having to do anything manually.
The schedule you’re running your heating and cooling equipment on may not be conducive to optimal indoor comfort. You may be experiencing hot or cold spots, which can be eliminated by running a more efficient heating and cooling schedule. If your smart thermostat pairs with smart duct dampers, you can even adjust airflow to provide more consistent heating and cooling.
Boosting HVAC Efficiency
To minimize the amount of energy that your HVAC system consumes, you should pay close attention to the schedule you’re running. You can use your smart thermostat to minimize the amount of time that your system runs when you are away from home. Adjustments can be made when you are arriving home. Not only can this help you lower your monthly utility bills, but this can also protect your heating and cooling equipment. If it’s not overworked, you won’t need to schedule as many repairs. The life expectancy of your heating and cooling equipment should be longer as well.
You can also save money on your heating and cooling costs by allowing your local energy provider to adjust your thermostat settings. This is something you must consent to. You can expect your energy provider to make changes to your thermostat that are only a couple of degrees higher or lower than what you have set. You shouldn’t see much of a difference in comfort level. Even if you don’t opt in to one of these programs, mindful use of your smart thermostat can save you money with increased efficiency, zone control, and other aspects.
Reducing Your Carbon Footprint
By fine-tuning the settings that you have on your smart thermostat, you can reduce unnecessary HVAC equipment runtime. This can reduce your energy consumption and minimize your carbon footprint.
Receiving Service Reminders
Your smart thermostat can be programmed to alert you when it’s time to schedule routine maintenance and tune-ups for your HVAC system. Alerts of a system malfunction will also tell you it’s time to call our team for help.
Reviewing Energy Usage Reports
The app that your smart thermostat uses can collect energy data that you can use to boost system efficiency and save money. You can also compare your energy usage to previous months or years to see if there has been an increase in energy consumption with no known cause. This can point to inefficiencies with your HVAC equipment.
Pairing Your Smart Thermostat With Other Devices
You can usually pair your smart thermostat with other smart devices in your home. For example, you can use your smart lighting, security equipment, and smart home hubs alongside your thermostat for better control of your home overall. It’s likely that technology will advance further in the coming years, making smart thermostats an even more convenient option for home comfort and convenience.
Offsetting the Cost of a New Thermostat
You may want to purchase a smart thermostat but are worried about the cost of this type of technology. There are often discounts offered by your energy provider that can offset the cost. Rebates and other incentives may also be available.
Choosing the Right Smart Thermostat for Your Home
If you want to upgrade to a smart thermostat but aren’t sure what to choose, our team can help. We can help you choose a device that provides you with all the features you’re looking for. Additionally, we can educate you on the different incentives that are available to make this purchase more affordable. We can work with your budget to find you a unit that meets all your criteria.
Professional Installation
It’s recommended that you have a professional install your smart thermostat. This will ensure the unit works correctly and pairs properly with your smart device. There may be a need to upgrade the wiring of your thermostat setup prior to the installation of a smart device. You may need an additional wire installed for your thermostat to communicate with the Wi-Fi in your home. We can also calibrate your new thermostat so it provides you with accurate temperature readings.
It’s important that you place your smart thermostat in an appropriate location. If you have your thermostat located on an exterior wall or in direct sunlight, this can impact the accuracy of your temperature readings. You should also avoid installing your smart thermostat in your kitchen or near a bathroom. These areas experience high levels of humidity and are often warmer than other areas of the home. A thermostat should also be in a central location of your residence away from windows and doors that may be drafty or allow air to flow by your thermostat.
If you would like to learn more about the benefits of upgrading to a smart thermostat for your Denver HVAC system, Horizon Services can help. We can install your new smart thermostat for you, provide new heating and cooling equipment installation, perform emergency repairs, and provide routine HVAC maintenance that boosts equipment efficiency and integrity. Our professionals also work on hot water heaters, installing new units and offering routine maintenance services. We can help you address indoor air quality concerns and can work on your garage door as well. Additionally, we also have extensive commercial HVAC and plumbing expertise. We will even clean your dryer vents. Maintenance agreements are available as well.
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