Start Saving Money with Changed Thermostat Settings

When you receive your energy bill each month, most companies offer an analysis of your use. Although these graphs and values might be confusing, they’re actually valuable data for your home’s upkeep.

The easiest way to conserve energy and lower your monthly bill is altering the thermostat’s settings.

You don’t have to be shivering in winter or sweating in summer to save some money. Consider these ideal thermostat settings for the ultimate climate control.

Winter Season Settings

Avoid turning up the heat during the winter because energy costs will soar. Ideally, set the thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit when everyone is at home and active.

If you catch a chill, wear a long-sleeve shirt or pull up a blanket as you watch television. Because you’re snuggled under a blanket at night, turn the thermostat down to 55 or 60 degrees.

The home will still have some heat, but without the high cost involved on next month’s bill. Simply adjust the heat back up when everyone wakes up.

Keeping Summertime Cool

The same concept applies to air conditioning use during the summer. Stay comfortable at home with a thermostat setting of 78 degrees. When you leave the home for an extended time, such as during a workday, set the temperature higher at 85 degrees.

Your HVAC system can easily cool the home back down when you return from work. When you try this air conditioning adjustment strategy, you should see a difference on your energy bill after about one week of alterations. A basic ceiling fan can cool the home further if necessary.

Updating a Thermostat

You might have an old thermostat with no digital display, but its a valuable change to make by updating it. When a professional installs a new thermostat, you can literally set it to exact degree points. Some models even learn your favorite settings.

For example, you turn the air conditioning down when you leave for work at 8AM. After some time, the thermostat automatically changes the temperature at that exact time. Even if you forget to alter the setting, new thermostats cover the mistake.

HVAC professionals are happy to examine any household climate system to improve upon it. From updating a few parts to complete unit replacements, HVAC experts only have the customers’ needs in mind as they finish a project.

Find that trusted professional and hire them frequently for basic inspections that often save you money in the long run.

Trying to figure out the best thermostat setting for your Winston-Salem home? Call Blaze Air Heating & Air Conditioning at (336) 788-3222, and we’ll be happy to assist you.