While the new thermostat was a lot more expensive than the old one, it is working to pay for itself very quickly
When I decided to replace my ancient thermostat, I had no idea how many models are now available. There has been a huge improvement in the design and technology of thermostats. My old thermostat was nothing more than a plastic dial that allowed manual adjustment of indoor temperature. Today’s devices offer wireless access. With an app on the smartphone, it’s easy to set up programs, make changes and get information. I can be at home, at work, at one of my kids’ sporting events or half a world away on vacation and still access the thermostat. I like that I rarely need to worry about raising or lowering the temperature setting. For the first week after the new thermostat was installed, it kept track of every adjustment we made. The device learned my family’s daily schedule and created a program to accommodate it. The thermostat automatically conserves energy when we’re out of the house for the day or asleep. It adjusts at the ideal time to welcome us home to ideal comfort. The thermostat includes all sorts of helpful features such as responding to voice commands, energy tracking and energy saving tips. It sends an alert when it’s time to replace filters or schedule seasonal maintenance for the air conditioner or furnace. The thermostat even lets me know if there is a sudden temperature fluctuation in the home. While the new thermostat was a lot more expensive than the old one, it is working to pay for itself very quickly. Plus, this modern device is way more attractive and wonderfully user-friendly.