If you want to increase your energy savings and improve the overall comfort of your home, the cooling and heating contractor at Baker, Bauer & Fish Cooling & Heating in Cincinnati, OH, recommend installing a programmable thermostat. Since you can preset your HVAC system to different temperatures while you're away from your home or asleep, you can easily and efficiently reduce waste.

As you’re researching different types of thermostats to purchase, this heating and cooling contractor recommends taking the following things into consideration to ensure that you get the system that meets your needs and falls within your budget:

• Different Types on the Market: With so many different brands available right now, it can be difficult to choose the right system for your needs. Baker, Bauer & Fish Cooling & Heating suggest buying a name brand such as Honeywell® or White-Rodgers®.  These are usually easier to program and usually have better warranties. 
• The Needs of Your Family: If you’re away from the house during the day or you go out of town on a regular basis, then you may want a "smart" thermostat that can be controlled using your smart phone or computer. Having this quick and easy access will allow you to have more control over your home, but it is also good to know the repercussions that can come with it.
• Your Security Concerns with Wi-Fi Thermostats: While these thermostats connect to your wireless router and can give hackers another opportunity to enter your network, most of the name brand units are password protected. When a Baker Bauer and Fish installs the Wi-Fi thermostat, they’ll ensure that all passwords are activated.

Understanding your options in programmable thermostats will help you save money on your utility bills without sacrificing your family’s comfort. To learn more, call Baker, Bauer & Fish Cooling & Heating at (513) 542-2770 or visit them online.