Every year when the temperatures start to drop, and it is time to crank up the heat, homeowners across Corsicana ponder over the question, “What temperature should I set my thermostat to for the winter?” However, because energy usage concerns typically differ from one family and home to the next, answering this question is not as simple as citing one specific temperature.

So how do you find out the ideal temperature setting for the winter that will provide you with personal comfort and, at the same time, save you a ton of money on your heating costs?

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What are the recommended temperature settings?

Despite the fact that there is no “one magic thermostat setting,” Energy Star (a program run by the United States federal government that promotes energy efficiency) recommends that setting the thermostat to 68° F during the daytime when you are at home and bringing it down by a few degrees when you are asleep or away from home is the ideal balance of comfort and energy efficiency. On top of that, Energy Star claims that simply lowering your thermostat 7° – 10° F from its standard setting for eight hours every day can knock down your yearly energy bills by as much as 10%.

Rather than focusing on a perfect temperature setting, you will benefit more from putting an energy-efficient winter heating strategy in place to keep your Corsicana home warm and your thermostat settings reasonable, so you do not have to face high heating costs. Here are a couple of tips that could come in handy.

Update your thermostat.

Times when you are away from your home present ideal opportunities to lower the thermostat setting and maximize energy savings. That being said, many Corsicana homeowners miss out on this opportunity because they find programming their thermostats manually too time-consuming. Others simply forget. Keeping the optimum temperature setting on your thermostat is made so much easier with programmable thermostats.

Most modern programmable thermostats can automatically adjust the temperature setting in your home with a daily or weekly heating program, so you do not have to remember to manually change your settings multiple times a day. In addition, the automatic settings can be manually overridden without interrupting the scheduled programming. What’s more? There are “smart” Wi-Fi enabled thermostats out there that have sensors that are able to monitor your home temperatures on their own. You can pair one of these smart thermostats with your smartphone, and it will let you know if the temperature dips below or goes above the number of degrees you specify. Of course, you can control the thermostat right from your smartphone, or manage the settings so that it happens without your intervention.

At Area Wide Services, we offer the best-in-class “smart” programmable thermostats from Honeywell. Not only are these wireless thermostats highly accurate in temperature control, but they can also help you save as much as 33% every year on your heating costs. On top of that, Honeywell’s reliable and highly-rated app allows you to program your thermostat directly from your smartphone, taking convenience and manageability to the next level.

The location of your thermostat matters.

Upgrading to a programmable thermostat will not mean a thing if you ignore its location. The location of your thermostat can have an impact on its performance and efficiency. To operate correctly, the thermostat must be positioned on an interior wall, ideally near the center of the house. You may also want to refrain from placing your thermostat in direct sunlight, above air vents, in the kitchen, in the hallways, or by doors or windows. It is also a good idea to take into consideration which rooms people use the most as these would probably be the rooms where you want the temperature to be the most comfortable.

Is your HVAC unit energy efficient?

No matter how low you set your temperature settings or how smart your thermostat, you may not see your energy costs go down if your heat pump is not running efficiently. So, before the temperature begins to drop in December and you crank your thermostat up, bring in an HVAC expert in Corsicana to inspect your heat pump and make sure everything is working perfectly. Even the smallest things like inadequate insulation, leaky air ducts, or old filters can significantly affect the efficiency of your HVAC system.

At Area Wide Services, our licensed Corsicana TX HVAC Specialists can schedule routine tune-ups and maintenance checks to diagnose and repair minor problems with your heating system before they grow into larger, more expensive issues and ensure that it is doing a good job of heating your home efficiently. We will also let you know if it is time for you to upgrade your HVAC unit and suggest the best Energy Star certified system for your needs.

Is your heating solution ready for the winter season?

The winter season is months away, but can you count on your HVAC unit to work when you need it? If you want to learn more about HVAC repair in Corsicana, give us a call at (903) 874-5298 to speak with one of our HVAC pros today. Also, please visit our blog for insights on caring for and maintaining your HVAC systems.

 

 

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