Summers in Ocala, Florida, can be hot and sticky, meaning your utility bills might begin to surge. Looking to save as much money as possible on your monthly air conditioning costs? If so, consider installing a smart thermostat. A smart thermostat can help reduce your energy usage and lower your bills in a number of ways.
Let It Learn Your Habits
Many of the latest smart thermostats on the market work by learning your habits. With motion sensors, they can monitor when you’re at home. By setting your preferred temperature, they’ll know just how cool you like it. After a few days, they can automatically raise or lower the temperature depending on when you’re usually at home and when you’re away.
Raise the Temperature When You Leave
That said, smart thermostats aren’t omniscient. They don’t know when you’re going on a vacation or spending a few extra hours at work. Therefore, if you’re going to be out of the house for a length of time, make sure to raise the temperature when you leave, typically by 7 to 10 degrees for optimum savings. Set it to return to your normal temperature just before you’re slated to arrive home.
Utilize Remote Control
If you get stuck late at work, you won’t be at home to adjust the temperature manually. Take full advantage of remotely controlling your smart thermostat through your mobile device. Many smart thermostats come with apps, so all you have to do is press through a few screens to control the temperature and save money.
As you can see, taking full advantage of a smart thermostat can save you big. If you need help installing your new thermostat or upgrading your AC unit to a model that’s capable of smart integration, don’t hesitate to give Sun Kool a call at (352) 330-1067. We can help you figure out if you need a new AC and take care of the installation from start to finish.
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