Smart technology is changing the way we live, and home comfort is no exception. Smart thermostats make it possible for homeowners to have greater control over temperature and other elements of the home environment such as humidity control or airflow, all from their mobile smart device. If you have not considered a smart thermostat, you may want to learn a little bit more about how this smart device can transform the way you keep your home comfortable for you and your family.

Smart Thermostat Benefits

One of the greatest benefits of the smart thermostat is that it allows you to remotely control your home’s temperature and other home comfort settings. This is great for people with busy schedules who need to be able to turn their thermostat up and down remotely to save energy. For instance, if you are running late coming home from work or extending your vacation, you can make sure that the thermostat is set to an optimal temperature so as not to heat or cool an empty house.

Ultimately, a smart thermostat can help you save more energy over time, which can have a significant impact on your energy costs. Many smart thermostats begin to “learn” your habits, helping you automatically heat and cool your home more efficiently overtime. Being able to adjust the thermostat remotely also helps you have more control over your energy usage. By using your smart thermostat to monitor your energy usage, you can also start to make small changes that help you save more energy overtime. The more efficiently you heat and cool your home, the more money you will save on energy costs year after year.

Carrier® Smart Thermostats

As a factory-authorized dealer of Carrier HVAC products and systems, McLay Services can help you find the right Carrier thermostat to meet your needs and provide expert installation so that you can start reaping the benefits. Here are a few of the options you have for smart thermostats from Carrier:

• Infinity® Series Controls – The Infinity series controls represent the highest degree of comfort management from Carrier. This device is designed to work with Carrier’s Infinity system products and offers homeowners excellent energy management as well as remote access features.
• Performance™ Series Thermostats – The Performance series thermostats have a sleek design with easy-to-use interfaces. In addition to the Cor™ Wi-Fi® thermostat, which offers remote access, this series also offers other programmable options for convenient home comfort management.
• Comfort™ Series Thermostats – The Comfort series offers more flexible, economical solutions for homeowners who want an affordable smart thermostat. This series offers the Carrier® Wi-Fi® Thermostat with remote access and energy savings intelligence as well as programmable models for convenient home comfort management.

If you are ready to make the upgrade and install a new smart thermostat or you would like to try a programmable option, contact us today. We would love to help you find the right thermostat for your home comfort needs.