Below, we will discuss the ideal room temperatures for hot and cold days.
During the daytime at home, 68° F is highly advised. Depending on the individual’s personal comfort preferences, one idea you may consider is lowering the thermostat at night while you sleep. Most people find it comfortable to sleep in a cooler environment while using winter blankets to regulate warmth. By doing so, you can save as much as 10% on your yearly electricity bill.
As per the U.S. Department of Energy, setting your thermostat to 78°F will allow you to stay cool and avoid high electricity bills. Avoid setting your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and, therefore, unnecessary expense. If you’re away from home, turning your thermostat up to 7° to 10 degrees higher saves both money and energy.
A programmable thermostat lets you control your home’s temperature automatically by storing and repeating multiple daily settings. Some of them even come with a dedicated app that can give you complete control over your home’s ventilation, and you can easily manage the temperature depending on the outside temperature and your personal preferences.
Other benefits of the programmable thermostat are:
- Fully automatic – Programmable thermostats are fully automated and do the best job in heating/cooling your home to a comfortable temperature according to your schedule..
- Ensure accurate readings – Programmable temperature maintains a perfect temperature throughout your home. They tend to be more accurate than older thermostats and save you from manual adjustments. A properly installed thermostat can easily adjust to the variance in temperature
- Comfortable living – On average, residents prefer slightly warmer temperatures, and there are major health benefits linked to mildly cold or warm environments. Although thermostats can be adjusted manually, programmable thermostats will avoid any discomfort by returning temperatures to normal before you wake or return home.