What’s the Difference Between Smart and Programmable Thermostats? 

If you are looking for ways to stay comfortable in your Albany home while saving money, you might want to consider upgrading your thermostat. Thermostats have been upgraded quite a bit from setting the temperature and walking away and Roland J. Down Service Experts has a variety of options to fit your unique needs. 

The most common styles of thermostats are programmable and smart thermostats, and there are a variety of options and features from Roland J. Down 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 has 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 no one is there, so a programmable thermostat helps you save money by setting the temperature automatically. You can walk out the door 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 making changes on its own. Many of the newer and more advanced thermostats utilize 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 gather your energy usage figures on a website. 

Whether you pick a programmable thermostat or smart thermostat will be contingent on your unique needs, budget and familiarity with technology. While smart thermostats cost a bit 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 Albany home. 

If you have any questions about upgrading your thermostat or other ways to gain efficiencies in your home, give Roland J. Down Service Experts a call at 518-417-2938 or request an appointment online and our specialists will be happy to help you.