Maintain the Comfort of Your Home By Choosing the Perfect Thermostat

February 24, 2019

Choosing the right type of thermostat for your Oakridge, Tennessee home is critical to ensure your home is comfortable and to take control of your energy use. While there are many brands and a variety of features of different thermostats, there are three primary categories of thermostats to choose from: manual, programmable, and smart thermostats.

Manual Thermostats

Manual thermostats are most often found in older homes and are chosen for their simple operations and for being one of the most economical options. With a manual thermostat, you will switch your thermostat to heat or air and then move the dial or lever to the desired temperature. While these thermostats can be easy to set a consistent temperature, they require adjustments when you leave and return home if you are trying to adjust temperature for energy savings.

Programmable Thermostats

Programmable thermostats are becoming more common in homes and are a great way to save energy and money on your utility bills. With a programmable thermostat, you will be able to set a program to automatically adjust your temperature on a daily schedule including different programs for weekends and weekdays. Programmable thermostats are also much better at keeping your home comfortable at a consistent temperature by allowing you to have the temperature setting lower when you are away, but adjusting to your comfort level before you arrive home.

Smart Thermostats

Smart thermostats are gaining in popularity due to their ability to learn your specific energy habits, and their ability to be voice and app-controlled. Smart thermostats are extremely convenient and can work with the other parts of your HVAC system to create a comfortable environment. Smart thermostats are easy to program and even have the capability to make adjustments on their own as they learn your habits so that you are getting the best energy savings while you still enjoy the comfort you expect.

Find out more about which thermostat option will be best to maintain the comfort of your home by contacting our team at Cook’s Comfort Systems at 865-238-4835 today to inquire about available models.

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