Texas residents know the summer heat can be intense, causing homeowners to run their air conditioners day and night. While a cool, comfortable home is important, blasting the AC isn’t the most efficient way to keep your house at a reasonable temperature.
A smart thermostat for AC gives you precise control over your indoor environment without wasting energy or money. It offers programmable settings and other technological advances that make staying comfortable more convenient.
At Trilogy AC, we provide air conditioner services throughout the state, including smart thermostat installation and repair. If you’re considering upgrading your HVAC system or incorporating smart technology in your home, we’ll answer your questions, or you can schedule your next AC service call.
What Is a Smart Thermostat?
A smart thermostat is a temperature regulation device that connects to Wi-Fi and automatically adjusts your heating and cooling system to meet your optimal temperature settings while saving energy. Because these thermostats connect to the internet, users can access their home’s heating and AC systems remotely using a smartphone, laptop, or other smart devices.
If you have installed a new air conditioner or HVAC system, ask us about installing a smart thermostat. Depending on your setup, we may be able to add a smart device to your system that’ll add convenience and efficiency to your home heating and cooling.
How Smart Thermostats Enhance AC Efficiency
Programmable smart thermostats are easily configured to fit your daily needs and will “learn” your routine. They reduce your HVAC system output during downtime, such as when you’re sleeping or away from home. This technology decreases your house’s overall energy consumption while maintaining comfort. Some smart thermostats also monitor the external temperature and use that information to adjust indoor heating and cooling more efficiently.
If you want to learn more about how smart thermostats enhance energy efficiency or adjust your power consumption while your HVAC system is running, call Trilogy AC. You can schedule service with us immediately, or if you’re uncertain whether a smart thermostat is right for you, consult an expert about your options.
Benefits of Using a Smart Thermostat
While different systems offer different features, some of the top benefits of smart thermostats are:
Convenience
A smart thermostat offers advanced convenience-enhancing features like geofencing, which tells when you’re heading home and adjusts the temperature to your liking as you arrive. Others use algorithms to learn your preferences and make automatic adjustments as needed. Depending on your system, it may also give notifications, such as when your HVAC air filter needs changing, making home maintenance easier than ever.
Efficiency
You can set your thermostat to make automatic adjustments that’ll use less energy and save money when you’re away or sleeping.
Better Temperature Control
Because smart thermostats are connected to your Wi-Fi, you can access them through your mobile device and control the heating and cooling even when you’re not home.
Energy Cost Savings
The US Department of Energy notes that programmable thermostats can help Americans save up to 10% a year on heating and cooling bills just by installing one and setting it to turn back from its normal setting by 7°–10°F for 8 hours a day. These savings make the initial investment well worth it for many families.
Energy Consumption Awareness
Many smart thermostats track energy use and other data, such as how long the AC has been running or whether adjustments have been made to your settings, helping you manage your family’s energy usage.
Choosing the Right Smart Thermostat for Your AC System
Smart thermostats can be a fantastic addition to many modern AC systems. It’s a good idea to consult an HVAC professional before selecting your new thermostat, as ensuring compatibility with your current heating and AC setup is key to getting the best performance.
For example, homes with heat pumps are often more efficient when maintaining a moderate ongoing setting than a system that frequently alters the temperature. That said, there are specially designed heat-pump-friendly programmable thermostats that use different algorithms for efficient use.
Homes with electric baseboard heating, on the other hand, will need a thermostat compatible with line-voltage control, and homes with radiant floor heating or steam heating may find that programmable thermostats don’t work well, as it takes too long for the heat to turn on each time.
You’ll also want to consider:
- The thermostat’s ease of use and how comfortable you are with it.
- If you need several programmable zones, and if that’ll work with your current setup.
- Your budget and the installation and setup costs vs. long-term energy bill savings.
- The other smart features you want (geofencing, vacation mode, voice assistant integration, remote access, etc.).
Unsure of where to start? Call Trilogy AC, and we’ll help you find the best smart thermostat for your AC system, considering its compatibility with your AC.
Smart Thermostat Installation: What To Expect
At Trilogy AC, we’ll professionally install your smart thermostat after inspecting your system and helping you choose the right type. We begin by finding the appropriate installation location based on factors such as airflow, ambient temperature, window and draft locations, and the location of your Wi-Fi router.
Installation involves removing the old thermostat, connecting the new unit to your HVAC system, mounting the display, and configuring the unit so it’s ready. Our technicians are skilled and experienced in the latest technology and will test all settings, help you set it up, and explain how it all works before we go.
Call Trilogy AC Today
Ready for an AC upgrade with a smart thermostat? Contact Trilogy AC to discuss scheduling a consultation or booking a service with an HVAC expert. We’re here to answer your questions and provide quality work you can count on.
We’re located in Houston and serve areas around Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio, Pearland, Spring, McAllen, Richmond, and more. Don’t see your area listed? Please call us at (832) 937-3836 or use our online form, and we’ll do our best to assist you.
