{"id":2648,"date":"2020-02-12T19:51:38","date_gmt":"2020-02-12T19:51:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/knightplumbing.ca\/is-a-smart-thermostat-worth-it\/"},"modified":"2025-04-26T03:38:08","modified_gmt":"2025-04-26T03:38:08","slug":"is-a-smart-thermostat-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.knightplumbing.ca\/?p=2648","title":{"rendered":"Is A Smart Thermostat Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you consider all the unique features; simple usability, remote control, intelligent control and energy-saving capabilities, a smart thermostat is definitely worth it. Sure, whatever you are currently using may work fine but why settle for \u201cfine\u201d when you can have the best? With smart thermostats, you\u2019re potentially saving 23% on heating and cooling costs every year<\/a> while creating maximum home comfort.<\/p>\n

Smart technology is the future in home comfort and energy efficiency, and smart thermostats<\/a> play a starring role. However, although this technology has been available for over 10 years now, most homeowners still haven\u2019t transitioned to a smart thermostat.<\/p>\n

How Does A Smart Thermostat Work?<\/h2>\n

Smart thermostats are part of the smart home family. Smart home technology is connected through Wi-Fi to your smart device, giving you more control over your utilities and home functions.<\/p>\n

A smart thermostat offers you the ability to adjust the temperature of your household HVAC system from anywhere in the world. Through an app on your smart device, you can manually adjust your air conditioning and heating systems without leaving the comfort of your couch.<\/p>\n

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But it\u2019s more than just simple usability. When installed correctly by a professional<\/a>, smart thermostats provide a range of connected features that can increase home comfort and save you money.<\/p>\n

The more you use your smart thermostat, the more it learns your schedule. If everyone\u2019s at work during the day, your smart thermostat will reduce the energy usage of your HVAC systems, saving you money every day.<\/p>\n

Say you\u2019re living in Calgary; your smart thermostat knows the exact temperature and humidity of your living location. With this information, the smart thermostat adjusts the humidity and temperature to match your preferred temperature setting.<\/p>\n

Smart Vs. Programmable Thermostat<\/h2>\n

A programmable thermostat is a step in the right, energy-efficient direction (if it\u2019s programmed correctly, which most homeowners don\u2019t bother to do). However, with a smart thermostat, setting and adjusting temperature is much simpler. And since your smart thermostat is controllable via phone or web app, you can easily tweak your heating and cooling system on the go.<\/p>\n

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Some smart thermostats are so smart that they can actually learn your schedule and accommodate your habits \u2013 when you leave for work, what temperature you prefer at bedtime, and so on.<\/p>\n

A smart thermostat is the best way to ensure your heating is turned up at the right moment — and not the rest of the time — so you won\u2019t end up paying for heat that you don\u2019t need. It can also track your HVAC costs, which allows you to instantly adjust your energy use and start saving money.<\/p>\n

How Will A Smart Thermostat Save Me Money?<\/h2>\n

ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostats<\/a>, such as Nest Learning Thermostats and ecobee Smart Thermostats, will save you the most on your energy bills. According to the Government of Canada<\/a>, we\u2019d save 11 Petajoules of Energy and a total of $248 million if everyone used an ENERGY STAR smart thermostat.<\/p>\n

How to Get the Most Out of My Smart Thermostat?<\/h2>\n