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Getting the Most Out of Your Wi-Fi Thermostat
Now that you’ve gotten your smart thermostat professionally installed, how do you make the most of its functionality for your home? Learning how to use your Wi-Fi thermostat best helps you streamline and customize your home heating and cooling, gives you remote access to your home’s temperature settings, offers you usage reports so you can monitor your energy requirements, and can even increase your home’s energy efficiency.
Even if you don’t have a set schedule, it’s easy to make the daily changes you need, and some models even learn your routine and adjust with you. However, accessing such a highly customizable system doesn’t mean you automatically know when to use its different functions. The fan is often underutilized. Once you’ve adjusted to a few operational basics, you’ll have home automation that puts perfect home comfort at your fingertips.
When You Should Use the Fan Setting on Your Thermostat
Even those who are great at their jobs need support to work well, and your home HVAC system is no different. Your fan is essential in operating your main heating and cooling system. During intense heat and cold, your thermostat’s fan function pushes your cooled or warmed air throughout your home so the hard work of your HVAC systems can reach every room.
Additionally, using your fan provides continuous air circulation to improve air quality as your home systems filter out pollutants. If you’re struggling to get your home to heat or cool evenly, or if you need some fresh air after dusting or vacuuming, turn on the fan.
Understanding the AUTO Setting
The AUTO setting benefits your home, health, and comfort. AUTO turns your fan on automatically as your system heats or cools your home and tells your system to take a break when it reaches the right temperature. It increases your system’s energy efficiency by reducing frequent cycling, which lowers your utility bills.
During hot, wet summer months, the AUTO setting can dehumidify your home, balancing the moisture in your air and preventing the growth of mold. It’s also a great way to create and maintain consistent temperatures in all rooms and levels of your home.
Contact Service Professor for HVAC Assistance in Michigan
Learning the ins and outs of your smart thermometer is part of your larger homeowner’s journey. Figuring out your customization options may seem imposing, but with a little time, research, and trial and error, you’ll soon be taking control of your comfort and budget by optimizing your heating and cooling systems.
When you need guidance on optimal HVAC settings for your home, look no further than Service Professor. A local West Michigan contractor, our expertise can help you make the most of your HVAC systems in all seasons of the year so you lower your energy bills and improve your home heating and cooling at the same time.
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