What’s the Difference Between Smart and Programmable Thermostats? 

If you are looking for ways to stay comfortable in your Gaithersburg home while saving money, you might want to consider upgrading your thermostat. Thermostats have come a long way from setting the temperature and walking away and Parker Pearce Service Experts has a variety of options to meet your unique needs. 

The most popular kinds of thermostats are programmable and smart thermostats, and there are a variety of options and features from Parker Pearce Service Experts. 

What is the difference between programmable and smart thermostats? 

• Programmable thermostats allow you to pre-set temperatures for various times of the day and week. You can program the thermostat so that it has different temperatures during the day when no one is home, or at night when everyone is asleep. There’s no need to expend energy and money to keep the house cool or warm when no one’s around, so a programmable thermostat helps you save money by adjusting the temperature automatically. You can walk out the door with one less thing to worry about. 
• Smart thermostats take it a step further and are more intuitive. They follow the temperature changes that you make and learn from your behavior which allows it to begin adjusting on its own. Many of the newer and more advanced thermostats tap in to your home’s Wi-Fi network, allowing you to control your home’s temperature from anywhere using an app through your phone or computer. These thermostats can often be arranged to compile your energy usage figures on a website. 

Whether you pick a programmable thermostat or smart thermostat will be contingent on your individual needs, budget and familiarity with technology. While smart thermostats cost a little more because of the additional features, both programmable and smart thermostats are decent ways to save on your energy bills while ensuring you are comfortable in your Gaithersburg home. 

If you have any questions about upgrading your thermostat or other ways to gain efficiencies in your home, give Parker Pearce Service Experts a call at 301-476-4577 or request an appointment online and our professionals will be happy to help you.