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Monday, November 26, 2012

Stay warm and go green – Smart Thermostats




Stay warm and go green – Smart Thermostats
According to the government's Energy Star program, households that use a programmable thermostat can save about $180 a year on their energy bill. These smart thermostats make it even easier to keep your house comfortable, allowing you to adjust your settings even when you're not at home. No matter what your budget may be, a smart thermostat is a smart way to do your part to reduce energy consumption!

What is the cost?
It depends on the model, the complexity of installation and the interview (your habits). Here is general information on a few models that we carry:

The Nest isn't simply a thermostat that monitors and adjusts the temperature. It also measures things such as ambient light, humidity, and motion, ultimately using any information it gleans to fine-tune its program. 
Retail Price starts from $249 + installation.

The Honeywell Prestige lets you monitor and control your system remotely using your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
Depending on your system, you can adjust indoor temperature and humidity, as well as view outdoor temperature and humidity. The thermostat should be installed by professionals. It offers "interview-based programming" that asks you questions about your usage habits and programs the device to best take advantage of those habits. Retail Price starts from $389 + installation.

Ecobee Smart Thermostat generally requires installation by a professional. This is because it actually has two parts: the equipment interface, which connects directly to your furnace, humidifier, dehumidifier, ventilator, and any other environmental control units you have, and the thermostat itself, which replaces your current thermostat unit.  
Retail Price starts from $459 + installation.
For an estimate, call 888-624-0808.


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