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4 Ways to Get the Most From Your Smart Thermostat

Using Smart Thermostat

Smart thermostats have many features, offering convenience and more functionality. However, many Winter Park, FL, homeowners haven’t tapped into the full potential of their smart thermostats. Read on to learn more about these four tips for getting the most from your smart thermostat.

Program It by Your Work Schedule

Set up programming on your smart thermostat according to your work schedule. Go to the device settings and find the schedule settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the appropriate times representing your work schedule.

If you work alternating schedules each week, create additional ones to reflect these departure and arrival times. Parents can also set up schedules according to their kids’ extracurricular activities.

Use Geofencing and Location Features

An alternative to individual schedules is to use geofencing. You’ll find geofencing under the device settings menu. Geofencing doesn’t use a set schedule to adjust the temperature; rather, it detects your location via your smartphone and adjusts temperatures while you’re away.

Some smart thermostats allow you to add multiple devices to the geofencing feature. If yours offers this feature, sign in and follow the on-screen instructions. The feature adjusts the temperature setting according to each person’s location. For example, if no one is home, the thermostat lowers the heating temperature and increases it once someone comes home.

Try the App for Remote Access

Download and install the smart thermostat app for your model on your smartphone. You can adjust the temperature remotely after connecting your smart thermostat to your home Wi-Fi. You can also use voice-command software for hands-free temperature adjustments.

Review Energy Reports to Save

Some smart thermostats offer monthly energy reports that show how much energy it has used. If your device offers these reports, you can use the data to reduce energy consumption and save money.

Smart thermostats offer many features for controlling temperatures in your home. Understanding how to tap into all these terrific features optimizes their use value, and homeowners get more out of these installations. Contact ACR Air Conditioning & Refrigeration to discuss smart thermostats or to schedule heating repair services.

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