Category Archives: Programmable

Programmable Thermostats Have Evolved To Include Remote Control

By Bill Logan | Published: May 15, 2012

Although Vancouver has a relatively mild climate compared to the rest of Canada, homeowners still have to have a reliable heating and cooling system. One problem that homeowners face is

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Upgrading Your Thermostat? Tips For Choosing A Programmable Model

By Bill Logan | Published: April 19, 2012

The thermostat is the brain of your heating and cooling system, so upgrading your thermostat could result in a smarter way to heat and cool your home. Programmable thermostats come

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Programmable Thermostats — Proper Placement And Programming Tips

By Bill Logan | Published: March 22, 2012

Programmable thermostats are routinely touted as great energy saving devices, and rightly so. But in order to maximize your savings, you have to know how to use your thermostat. Consider

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Setting Your Programmable Thermostat For Optimal Efficiency And Comfort

By Bill Logan | Published: December 27, 2011

Homeowners who use a programmable thermostat are already well on their way to increased comfort and energy savings; however, setting your programmable thermostat correctly is critical to ensuring its benefits.

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Five Ways To Optimize Your Home’s Energy Efficiency

By Bill Logan | Published: September 15, 2011

Keeping your house comfortable is important, but it can also be very expensive. Up to 56 percent of the energy used in the average home goes towards heating and cooling,

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When One Room’s Too Warm, And Another Room’s Too Cool, A Zoning System Makes Everything Just Right

By Bill Logan | Published: August 9, 2011

If you spend most of the day in your home office and most evenings in the den, you will want to keep these areas at comfortable temperatures while you’re using

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With A Programmable Thermostat, You Can Save Money At The Push Of A Button

By Bill Logan | Published: July 21, 2011

If your thermostat is programmable, it can perform as an energy and cost-saving device in your home. By turning the temperature levels on your thermostat 10 to 15 degrees closer

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Programmable Thermostat Options Go Way Beyond Temperature Control

By Bill Logan | Published: May 18, 2011

Adding a programmable thermostat to your HVAC system is an excellent way to save energy and lower your monthly utility bills. They are a great option for those of you

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