It is a common misconception that you use less energy by keeping your heat at one temperature than by lowering and raising the temperature according to when you are home.
On average, every degree you raise your thermostat in the summer or lower it in the winter saves two percent on your energy bill (Mary H.J. Farrell, www.consumerreports.org). How can you remember to turn the thermostat up and down several times a day? An easy solution is to install a programmable thermostat. A programmable thermostat allows you to pre-set your heating and cooling according to your schedule. You can also set the heat to turn on an hour before you get up and an hour before you return home and then lower the temperature when you leave for work and are asleep.
On average, every degree you raise your thermostat in the summer or lower it in the winter saves two percent on your energy bill (Mary H.J. Farrell, www.consumerreports.org). How can you remember to turn the thermostat up and down several times a day? An easy solution is to install a programmable thermostat. A programmable thermostat allows you to pre-set your heating and cooling according to your schedule. You can also set the heat to turn on an hour before you get up and an hour before you return home and then lower the temperature when you leave for work and are asleep.
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