Here’s the good news: The biggest energy hog in your house is not your flat screen. And it’s probably not your home theater system—unless you’re pumping out watts by the thousands. There are ways to save energy on those suckers, but why not concentrate your high-tech energy-efficiency efforts on the appliances and devices that the […]
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5 Smart Wi-Fi Thermostats to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
Wi-Fi thermostats with smartphone apps take the trouble out of managing and monitoring your home's temperature.
So thermostats are boring, right? The one in your house is probably 20 years old and it still works fine. So why should you change up a perfectly good 1980s thermostat for a new smart thermostat? New Wi-Fi thermostats will do a lot more than simply adjust the temperature in your house when you turn […]
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Home control can be as robust as you want to make it; staying away from superfluous features is the top way to keep costs from going overboard.
Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. It’s an old cliche, but it still holds true today, especially if you’re thinking of having an automation system installed into your home. Automation systems, by nature, are able to perform some pretty amazing and unusual feats. They can regulate the temperature of fish tanks […]
Get the GuideProgrammable Thermostats vs. Smart Thermostats
A smart thermostat isn’t cheap, so it’s understandable why many people are still clinging to that old programmable thermostat. However, a smart thermostat is just, well… smarter. A programmable thermostat can be had for as little as $20, while a smart thermostat averages around $200 or more. That’s not to say that programmable thermostats are […]
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The communicating programmable thermostats will feature WiFi and Z-Wave connectivity.
The communicating programmable thermostats will feature WiFi and Z-Wave connectivity.
Get the GuideGreen Homes: Getting an Efficiency Boost from Smart Home Systems
Technology today is making a bigger impact on our lives than ever before and, in many cases, can establish a green footprint by reducing the amount of energy resources our homes use. Adding electronic systems to use less energy may seem contradictory. But there are many devices available now that can lead to a greener, more energy-efficient way of life. When these devices are combined and integrated with a smart home automation system, a sustainable ripple effect occurs, including positive effects on the environment and your wallet. The following smart home products exemplify how technology can enhance not only the comfort and conveniences in your home, but also make it a greener place to live.
Get the GuideIs the Nest Thermostat for You?
The Nest thermostat is one of the most popular smart home gadgets. It gets even better when combined with home automation.
The biggest thing to come to home heating and air conditioning systems in the last decade is the Nest Thermostat. Who could have predicted that a thermostat could generate so much excitement, but it has. The Nest is one of the most well-known smart home devices on the market, and often is the first smart […]
Get the GuideStudy Says Nest Thermostat Can Pay for Itself in 2 Years
According to three recent studies, the Nest Thermostat can save an average of $131 to $145 a year.
According to three recent studies, the Nest Thermostat can save an average of $131 to $145 a year.
Get the GuideLinq Smart Heating Vent Is Better than a Programmable Thermostat
Don’t let a programmable thermostat be the only device that regulates your home’s heat.
There are many smart home technologies designed to help you save energy and save money on your home heating and cooling bills. While most people think of WiFi thermostats, such as the Nest smart thermostat, as the best gadget to buy for smart energy savings, more technology companies are looking at the humble vent as […]
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The non-programmable digital thermostat provides underfloor heating controls for systems installed with tile/stone, laminate and engineered
The non-programmable digital thermostat works with tile/stone, laminate and engineered wood floors.
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