Smart thermostats are thermostats you can control from your smartphone. Whether you are looking to save on energy consumptions or pre-set your daily tasks, there are many benefits to adding a smart thermostat around your home. Following are three benefits of switching your old thermostat to a smart thermostat:
1. Minimizing your energy costs.
Smart Thermostat lets you control when it will turn on or off. You can turn it down while you are away from your home or asleep and set it up to turn back on before your return so you can walk into a comfortable temperature. Keeping on top of the temperature in your home can help you save an average of 10% to 12% on heating costs.
2. Racking your energy usage.
Your smart thermostat will let you track your energy usage and help identify when and how you are using your energy. This will help you minimize the waste of energy and readjust and plan to save in the future.
3. Control your energy usage remotely.
Because you can use your Smart Thermostat from your phone, you can control your temperature from anywhere. If you are coming home later than expected, you can reset your thermostat to start later time for more savings.
Installing a smart thermostat at a cottage or family vacation home can also give you peace of mind that water lines won’t freeze. Planning a weekend getaway to your cottage will make the experience way more appealing than walking into a cold place during winter vacations.
Which Smart Thermostat would you choose?
There are several smart thermostats to choose from, and your choice will depend on your needs and wants. We have compared two of the most popular brands for you: Ecobee and Nest
NEST
Motion Sensor
Energy Savings Mode Included
Six color options
No built-in Alexa
Home Kit / uses nest app
Metal & Glass materials
Built-in Zigbee
Full Ecosystem
Wired with battery
Ranges from $100 to $329
4.5 rating on amazon by 1,117 rating
Video on how to install your Nest Thermostat
ECOBEE
Color touchscreen
Motion Sensor Included
Energy Saving Mode Included
One Color Option
Built-in Alexa
Home kit
Plastic Materials
No Smart Home Hub
No Full Ecosystem
Wired
Ranges from $219 to $250
4.5 rating on amazon by 7, 013 rating
Video on how to install your Ecobee Thermostat
If you would like assistance in installing your new Smart Thermostat, contact Doucet Power & Controls, and we will be happy to assist you.
| Smart phone | Smart Thermostat | Smart home | Wired |
| Electrical Wiring | Ecobee | Nest | Motion sensor |
| Electrician | Heat | Energy Savings | Thermostat installation |
| Touchscreen | Electricain | Alexa | Home kit |
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