Computer Software Demystifies Your Programmable Thermostat
A programmable thermostat can save you money on your energy bills by automating the heating and cooling of your home (no more worrying about forgetting to turn the heat off before you leave for work–the thermostat can do it for you). It can also make life a little more comfortable: in the winter, you might set it to turn the heat on 15 minutes before your alarm clock goes off, so you won’t have to slip out of a warm bed and into a freezing room when you get up.
The only problem is… a lot of people are a bit mystified by their programmable thermostats. It’s believed that as many as 80% of folks who own them don’t use the programmable features.
Hey, we can’t all be techno-stars, right?
Well, there is a computer program you can get that is supposed to make the whole process a lot easier.
The EcoConcierge is compatible with most Honeywell digital thermostats, and it lets you program the settings through the Internet with a simple question-and-answer format. What time do you get up? What do you want the temperature set at in the summer? In the winter? Etc.
In addition to using the software to save energy with your programmable thermostat, you can sign up for some of the company’s other home monitoring features such as automatic sprinkler systems, lighting, and home security systems.
The cost runs $400 to $600 installed.
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