As the technology behind programmable thermostats continues to evolve, these home temperature controllers are becoming smarter and more advanced. No longer simple on/off switches for your furnace or air conditioner, thermostats have become sophisticated control centers for your total home comfort system. Most are designed to work best with the newest models of high-efficiency heating and cooling systems.
Here are some of the more useful features of today’s high-tech programmable thermostats.
- Touch-screen operation: Touch-screens offer a set of streamlined and simple controls that you can operate with the light touch of a finger. You get quicker access to system settings through multiple information and control screens accessed through a tabbed interface.
- At-a-glance information: Newer thermostat screens present home-comfort details on an easy-to-read display. They include information such as current temperature, indoor humidity level, system heating or cooling status, date and time, and more.
- Alerts: Modern programmable thermostats provide a variety of alerts that keep you informed on the condition of your HVAC system. These alerts include notices to change filters or schedule service appointments.
- Backlit display: Lights up the screen so you can see it in low light or with no lights at all.
- Remote programming: A remote control unit lets you change temperature settings or program your thermostat from your bed, chair or other location. Some units can be programmed via phone or through an online interface. If you have more than one programmable thermostat, they can often communicate with each other to keep temperatures consistent and comfortable throughout your house.
- Simplified programming: Programmable thermostats come equipped with pre-programmed set points you can use to control when your HVAC system runs and how much heating or cooling it provides. These settings can easily be modified or canceled through the touch-screen.
- Control of other devices: Some programmable thermostat models can also operate other home-comfort equipment, such as whole-house humidity control systems.
For three decades, Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc. has provided reliable heating and cooling services to the Dayton area. Contact us today for more information on programmable thermostats, to check out our stock of available units, or to schedule a professional installation.
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