Thermostat Installation and Repair Service in Ocean Isle

What’s the Best Thermostat for My Home?

HVAC thermostats come in many sizes, shapes and capabilities. Some Ocean Isle Beach area homes are better suited to certain types over others, so it’s important to get the opinion of experienced professionals like our team.

Here are the general categories of thermostats that you should know about:

Manual Thermostats

Manual thermostats are very common, especially in older homes and buildings. They are relatively easy to use and have been around for many years, and they are not terribly expensive. Choose and set your temperature, and let the system do the rest.

They allow you to easily switch from heating to cooling, and you can choose on, off or fan to circulate the air. Though useful and easy to use, they are quite limited and do not offer a lot of options.

Programmable Thermostats

Programmable models are similar to manual units in many ways, but they offer a little more flexibility. Where manual options only allow for a single “hot” or single “cool” setting and must be changed by hand when needed, programmable options let you set cool or hot to change throughout the day.

No unnecessary trips to the unit are needed – set up a schedule to heat or cool (or turn off) throughout the day, and let it go!

These models still need to be adjusted by hand occasionally, but they’re easy to set up for your daily routine.

Wi-Fi Connected Thermostats

With a Wi-Fi-enabled unit, you can have increased efficiency and greater control. These models connect directly to your home or building’s wireless internet, and you can easily adjust the settings using your smartphone, computer or tablet.

It can even be used to set up a scheduled routine based on your comings and goings and can be especially handy when you have long trips or time away booked!

Smart Thermostats

These are, by far, the best option for any home. They offer the most complete control and comfort level.

Smart thermostats can be more expensive than the other options, but when used correctly, they can significantly lower energy consumption and utility bills. This also means a smaller carbon footprint, which helps the environment.

Smart thermostats have multiple settings that can account for the weather around your home and automatically adjust the heating and cooling to provide the best balance of comfort and efficiency. Some models can even “learn” your usage routines based on when your home or business is occupied and your preferred temperature!