Smart thermostats are a revolutionary innovation that not only makes temperature control much easier but also helps you save energy and extend the life of your HVAC system. If you’re stuck with an analog or a traditional thermostat, you’re likely missing out on several benefits smart thermostats can offer.
Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning is our top-notch HVAC company in Edina MN. We offer an array of energy-efficient smart thermostats packed with features that can help you in ways more than you might think.
Not Just a Thermostat
The main reason why you’d want to upgrade to a smart thermostat is to have remote access to your home’s indoor temperatures. With a Wi-Fi-connected device, you can access your thermostat from anywhere with an internet connection and make real-time adjustments. You will appreciate this feature while you’re away at work or on vacation.
With Wi-Fi connectivity, your thermostat can now convert your home into a smart living space. With just one application, you can manage the thermostat and other areas of your home, including lighting, ventilation, alarm systems, garage doors, and even CCTV cameras. The app can give you up-to-date information on the current home temperature, which you can modify, as long as your device is connected to the web. This feature also allows you to program the temperature in advance. For example, if you want to automatically adjust the temperature every 3 A.M., it will do so, without you having to wake up and manually change the settings.
A smart thermostat will not only allow you to change your temperature settings, but it will also serve as an energy-saving device. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR program, a home with a smart thermostat can save up to $180 per year on the heating and cooling portion of its utilities. That’s a significant amount of money, which you will lose if you’re using a regular thermostat.
Here’s one of the smart thermostats in the Lennox ComfortSense series.
Features of the Lennox ComfortSense 5500 Touch Screen Smart Thermostat
Customizable settings for every day of the week allow you to control your heating and cooling around your family’s schedule. So you stay comfortable and energy smart.
Like most thermostats, the ComfortSense® 5500 gives you the option of programming a setback temperature that allows you to save energy when you’re gone for the day. A key difference is that ComfortSense 5500 steps up performance before you step through the door upon your return home.
One-Touch Away Mode makes it easy to take control of your energy costs. It reduces system operation with just a touch when you leave the house.
Energy Reports let you compare your monthly heating and cooling usage. Using this information, you can adjust your settings as needed to reduce energy consumption and utility bills.
A glossy bezel and bright, full-color touchscreen blend with any décor, while the adjustable, bright, backlit color touchscreen makes programming and operation simple.
The ComfortSense 5500 works with most HVAC system types.
Its versatile programming options offer custom comfort and energy savings.
Its Smooth Setback Recovery feature senses extreme temperature changes and begins the temperature recovery process up to 2 hours before the programmed time.
The ComfortSense 5500’s One-Touch Away Mode overrides your regular programming schedule when you’re away and automatically turns down heating or cooling to save energy.
Its Filter Reminder reminds you when it’s time to change the filter.
Its Customizable Reminders allow you to set a series of service and parts replacement reminders which display on the home screen.
Auto Changeover decides between heating and cooling operation, depending on indoor temperature.
The ComfortSense 5500 features a large, easy-to-use display with adjustable brightness.
This product comes with a 5-Year Limited Warranty.
Get Smart with Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning
Comfort, wireless control, and energy savings are just three of the many benefits you can get should you decide to upgrade to a smart thermostat. If you have more questions or need more information about this amazing piece of technology, give us a call. We can provide answers to your every home comfort question and help you make an informed decision. For over 40 years, we have been your preferred Minnetonka heating and air conditioning company.