With modern technology, inventing the best possible ways to make things more energy efficient, it’s not just the boiler that’s getting upgraded. Other appliances like thermostats also play a vital role, here.
This device that controls the temperature of the room has also been technically upgraded to serve us better, while also helping in reducing fuel costs and carbon emissions.
Unlike manual or programmable thermostats, you can control the temperature settings of these smart thermostats remotely, or just by using the screen when you have it near. By the way, its new versions are coming up with more features and benefits.
So, as a homeowner, if you are planning to install a smart thermostat, that’s of course going to give you a great return. However, there are a few things, that you should be completely aware of before you get one fit in.
Proper WiFI Connection: As smart thermostats are all Wi-Fi-enabled systems, a stable Wi-Fi network is much required if you think of switching to a smart thermostat. So installing a thermostat is not just you getting it on your premises, you are also setting it on your mobile, tablet, and computer.
Now, it’s your internet, that can connect your thermostat and the smartphone, letting you control your room temperature settings remotely.
System Compatibility to the Thermostat: While getting a new thermostat, you need to be sure of whether the device is compatible with your current heating and cooling system. Most kinds of boilers, including combi boilers, heat-only boilers, and condensing boilers go well with a smart thermostat. But still, it is most recommended to cross-check it with the manufacturer, before going for the purchase.
Thermostat Compatibility to the Smartphone: Being a homeowner, you can only control the thermostat temperature using smartphone apps. But not all phones can have those smart apps working on them. For that, you need to have an Android or Ios brand mobile.
Updated Thermostat Features: In this today’s world, smart thermostats are not just limited to, providing the convenience of remote control. Technological advancements have gone further, helping people get a better living. Even, nowadays, you can have smart thermostat, having that sensor to understand human behavior. So without any manual programming, this device can function by studying the past records of when the people in the family wake up, move out, come in, and go to sleep. Provided you have almost a fixed time schedule, it can be of great benefit, as the room temperature will be adjusted accordingly.
Adjust temperature As Per the Smart Phone Location: With the help of GPS technology in smartphones, your thermostat can adjust the temperature of the room. It creates an imaginary boundary line, also known as geofencing, which determines whether you are moving in or out of the house, and as per that it can turn your heating system on and off.
Hire a Professional: Installation of a smart thermostat, at times turns out to be a bit more complicated task. Mostly if you are in an old house, you might not be having the C-wires, which is much needed for their installation purpose. Of course, that’s not what you need for a manual or programmable thermostat. Moreover, most homeowners find it a challenge to get the right, compatible smart thermostat for their homes. Hiring a professional is thus much recommended when you think of installing a smart thermostat. Golden Plumbing & Heating Ltd. has got experienced professionals, who are trained with the knowledge to help you with the right purchase and the installation process.