Most people get a programmable thermostat to save on their energy bills, but these three reasons to install a programmable thermostat are better for more than just your wallet.
Is It Worth Getting a Programmable Thermostat?
What is your health, time, and money worth to you? While some financial advisors debate the huge financial savings that government agencies predict, they agree that when they are used properly, a programmable thermostat can save you money.
An estimated 42 percent of our home energy costs are in heating and cooling, so when we make that more efficient, the savings can be huge. But that does mean learning how to program your thermostat and doing it well.
Making sure to program the thermostat for lower temperature while you’re sleeping and when you’re away from home can have demonstrable savings.
• Install a Programmable Thermostat to be Healthier
Doctors say that we sleep best in rooms that are between 60-67 degrees Fahrenheit. Research suggests that people fall asleep easier when it’s a bit chilly in the room and wake up less frequently, resulting in a better night’s sleep.
Better yet, some studies have shown that sleeping in a room that is 66 degrees or lower can help people prevent metabolic diseases like diabetes. The colder nighttime temperatures make your body burn calories more efficiently during the day and store good fat instead of bad fat.
• Install a Programmable Thermostat to Be More Productive
No one likes getting up on cold, dark winter mornings. Turns out, there’s a biological reason for that. Temperatures affect nearly all living things and humans are no different.
Scientists have discovered that many animals simply have a harder time getting moving when the temperature is too low. So, while turning the thermostat down helps you sleep better… it also encourages you to stay in bed.
When you install a programmable thermostat and program it to start warming up the house before your alarm goes off, you are likely to find it easier to get out of bed and get moving for the day. Warmer temperatures also make it easier to get things done. So you’re more likely to actually answer those morning emails rather than vegetate on the sofa.
• Install a Programmable Thermostat to Be More Organized
Like any tool, a programmable thermostat used properly can make your life easier. Some of the programmable thermostats available today can remind you when it’s time to change the filters in your HVAC system or alert you to sudden changes in the temperature or humidity in your home.
While the thermostat can’t change the filters for you… taking that reminder off your schedule can make it just a bit easier to organize your home maintenance. And when your thermostat detects a problem with your heat or humidity levels, it might even help you prevent major maintenance problems.
Can I Install a Programmable Thermostat Myself?
Installing a programmable thermostat by yourself is possible if you can follow simple directions. Lowe’s Home Improvement and Bob Vila note that you must turn off the electricity to the thermostat first.
Tragar Can Install Programmable Thermostats In Your Home
Confused by the technology or too busy to install a programmable thermostat yourself? No problem. We can help. Reach out to Tragar Home Services today with your service request and we will help you decide which programmable thermostat best meets your needs and even install and program it for you. Contact us now to start living healthier, being more productive, and saving money.
