What’s the Difference Between Smart and Programmable Thermostats? 

If you are looking for ways to stay comfortable in your Rochester 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 Strogen's Service Experts has a variety of options to fit your individual needs. 

The most popular styles of thermostats are programmable and smart thermostats, and there are a variety of options and features from Strogen's 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 snoozing. There’s no need to spend energy and money to keep the house cool or warm when it’s empty, so a programmable thermostat helps you save money by adjusting the temperature automatically. You can head out with one less thing to worry about. 
• 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 tap in to 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 arranged to compile your energy usage figures on a website. 

Whether you go with a programmable thermostat or smart thermostat will depend 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 good ways to save on your energy costs while making sure you are comfortable in your Rochester home. 

If you have any questions about upgrading your thermostat or other ways to gain efficiencies in your home, give Strogen's Service Experts a call at 603-923-4570 or request an appointment online and our experts will be happy to help you.