What’s the Difference Between Smart and Programmable Thermostats? 

If you are looking for ways to stay comfortable in your Hillsborough home while saving money, you might want to consider upgrading your thermostat. Thermostats have updated quite a bit from setting the temperature and walking away and Fras-Air/General Service Experts has a variety of choices to meet your specific needs. 

The most widespread types of thermostats are programmable and smart thermostats, and there are a variety of options and features from Fras-Air/General Service Experts. 

What is the difference between programmable and smart thermostats? 

• Programmable thermostats allow you to pre-set temperatures for various times of the day and week. You can program the thermostat so that it provides different temperatures during the day when no one is home, or at night when everyone is sleeping. There’s no need to expend energy and money to keep the house cool or warm when it’s empty, so a programmable thermostat helps you save money by making an adjustment to the temperature automatically. You can leave with one less thing to be concerned with. 
• Smart thermostats take it a step further and are more intuitive. They follow the temperature adjustments that you make and learn from your behavior which allows it to begin adjusting on its own. Many of the newer and more advanced thermostats use your home’s Wi-Fi network, allowing you to control your home’s temperature from anywhere using an app through your phone or computer. These thermostats can often be configured to pull your energy usage figures on a website. 

Whether you choose a programmable thermostat or smart thermostat will be contingent on your individual needs, budget and familiarity with technology. While smart thermostats cost a little more because of the additional features, both programmable and smart thermostats are decent ways to save on your energy bills while ensuring you are comfortable in your Hillsborough home. 

If you have any questions about upgrading your thermostat or other ways to gain efficiencies in your home, give Fras-Air/General Service Experts a call at 908-448-2154 or request an appointment online and our specialists will be happy to help you.