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Smart Thermostats

  1. dual HVAC

    Two HVAC Systems, One Smarter Home: The Best Smart Thermostat Setup for Whole-House Comfort

    For homes with two HVAC systems, the right smart thermostat setup usually means one compatible thermostat per system, configured together in the same app…

  2. Ductwork

    How to Choose the Best HVAC Zoning System for a More Comfortable Home

    The best HVAC zoning system is not the one with the most thermostats. It is the one designed around your home’s ductwork, room loads,…

  3. Ductwork

    The New HVAC Technician: Mechanic, Building Scientist, and Smart-Home Troubleshooter

    Modern HVAC work is no longer just swapping a furnace or condenser. The right technician measures load, airflow, static pressure, duct losses, controls, refrigerant…

  4. energy savings

    The Vacation Thermostat Setting That Protects Your Home and Cuts Energy Waste

    For most U.S. homes, set cooling to 80-85°F in summer and heat to 55-60°F in winter while you are away. The right number depends…

  5. Energy Efficiency

    Why Your Thermostat Stopped Working: 7 Problems to Check Before Replacing It

    A thermostat problem is not always a thermostat failure. Here is how to separate bad settings, power issues, wiring problems, poor placement, and HVAC…

  6. energy savings

    Best Winter Thermostat Settings for Comfort, Savings, and Safe Heating

    For many homes, 68°F while awake is the right winter starting point, but the best thermostat setting depends on your heating system, insulation, schedule,…

  7. energy savings

    Best Thermostat Settings by Season: A Builder’s Practical Guide to Comfort and Savings

    The best thermostat setting depends on season, humidity, HVAC type, home insulation, pets, and your schedule. Here are practical settings that work in real…

  8. energy savings

    The Best Winter Thermostat Setting: What Pros Recommend and When to Adjust It

    For most homes, 68°F while awake and at home is the right winter thermostat starting point. The better answer is knowing when to lower…

  9. energy savings

    The Best Winter Thermostat Setting Is 68°F, But Your HVAC System Matters

    The best winter thermostat setting for most homes is 68°F while people are home and awake, with a lower setting overnight or while away.…

  10. construction tips

    Nighttime Thermostat Setbacks: What HVAC Pros Actually Recommend

    For most furnace-heated homes, lowering the thermostat at night saves energy without harming the system. Heat pumps need a more careful approach.