Stop Cooling an Empty House – Get a Remote Thermostat

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If your summertime schedule is predictably unpredictable, your fluidity can make it hard to maintain a comfortable temperature in your house. It’s always nice to return to a cool home when it’s blisteringly hot outside, but no one wants to waste money on air conditioning to cool an empty house -- and that’s where a remote thermostat comes in. … [Read more...]

How to Choose Between an Internet Thermostat, WiFi Thermostat & Phone Thermostat

So you know you want to be able to control the thermostat in your home or business from a remote location, but you can’t decide between an Internet thermostat, a WiFi thermostat and a phone thermostat. All three options give you the ability to adjust temperature remotely and all are similarly priced starting at around $200. So how do you … [Read more...]

Protect & Winterize Home Before Heading South: Tips for Snowbirds

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If you’re a snowbird who will be heading south soon to escape the cold winter months, here’s a list of steps you can follow to winterize your home and protect your property before you go. Investing the extra time to properly prepare and secure your home before you depart will free you from the worries of leaving an empty house and minimize … [Read more...]

Digital Thermostats Deliver on Convenience and Save on Energy

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Replacing the old electromechanical thermostats in your home with a new digital thermostat is an excellent way to save on heating and cooling costs. By lowering the heat in your home 10o to 15 o for 8 hours a day, you can save about 5% to 15% a year on your heating bill. A basic digital programmable thermostat can make temperature adjustments for … [Read more...]