When it comes to adding value and convenience in your home, a smart thermostat is one of the best upgrades you can make. From making your daily life easier and more comfortable to saving money on your energy bills, smart thermostats are a simple way to improve the functionality of your home and increase resale value. 

Smart thermostats have a number of attractive features, including:

  • Programmable Scheduling: Smart thermostats give homeowners the ability to create customized heating and cooling schedules based on their daily routines to optimize energy usage and maximize comfort.
  • Remote Access: Smartphone apps and web interfaces are designed for users to control their thermostats remotely, allowing you to monitor your home’s temperature and make adjustments from anywhere with an internet connection. 
  • Learning Capabilities: Smart thermostats equipped with machine learning algorithms can analyze user behavior and adjust settings automatically to maintain optimal comfort and energy efficiency.
  • Geofencing: Geofencing technology uses the location of users' smartphones to detect when they are approaching or leaving home, triggering automatic adjustments to temperature settings for energy savings.
  • Integration with Smart Home Systems: Compatibility with popular smart home platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and Samsung SmartThings allows for seamless integration and voice control capabilities.
  • Energy Usage Monitoring: Built-in energy monitoring features provide insights into energy consumption patterns and enable users to track and manage their energy usage (and subsequent utility bills)  more effectively. 

Which Smart Thermostat is Right for You?

There are a variety of smart thermostats on the market, so it can be difficult to determine which one is the best choice for your home. Below is a list of the top 5 smart thermostats our HVAC technicians recommend. 

Google Nest 

This ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostat can save an average of 10-12% on heating bills and 15% on cooling bills, according to Google. In a place like Chattanooga, where our summers are scorching hot and our winters are freezing cold, this can make a big difference! The Google Nest can also remind you when it’s time to change the air filter in your HVAC unit, which is a great way to maximize your unit’s efficiency and optimize the air quality in your home. 

The Google Nest integrates seamlessly with other Google technology, including the Google Home app. This makes it easy to adjust the temperature from wherever you are – whether you’re at home on the couch or away on vacation! If you are a fan of other Google Home products, this one is an excellent choice. 

Ecobee Smart Thermostat

Ecobee released the world’s first smart thermostat back in 2009, but the company has continued to innovate and add value to their products over the years. In 2022, their Premium model was recognized as one of Time magazine’s “best inventions of 2022,” touting a luxurious new design and features like air quality monitoring, smart speaker capabilities, remote room sensors for managing hot or cold spots in the home, and software to conserve energy. As a 2023 ENERGY STAR partner of the year, Ecobee’s smart thermostat can save up to $284 per year on your energy bill. 

Ecobee smart thermostats work with plenty of smart home technology, including Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit. Additionally, the thermostat integrates with Ecobee security systems, allowing you to control both the comfort and safety of your home with one system. 

Honeywell Home

Honeywell Home offers a variety of smart thermostats at several price points, making smart thermostats accessible to a variety of homeowners. One popular model is their Wifi Color Touchscreen Thermostat, which features an attractive display that can be customized to match your home’s décor – making this smart thermostat a great choice for anyone who prefers to curate their home’s interior design. 

Also ENERGY STAR certified, the Wifi Color Touchscreen Thermostat from Honeywell Home is another great choice for anyone looking to maximize energy efficiency and save on monthly power bills. This thermostat works with Alexa and Google Home, and Honeywell’s Total Connect Comfort app allows you to access the thermostat on the go.

Sensi Touch 

As an ENERGY STAR partner of the year in 2020 and 2021, the Sensi Touch smart thermostat is another great choice to save on your HVAC energy consumption. With helpful features like geofencing, 7-day flexible scheduling, and remote access with the system’s app, the Sensi Touch smart thermostat can help you save up to 23% on energy bills.

With the Sensi mobile app, you can control your smart thermostat from any Android or iOS smartphone or tablet. The Sensi Touch also works nicely with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and Samsung SmartThings smart home platforms. 

Ready to switch to a smart thermostat?

Our HVAC technicians can help you choose the best option for your home and your HVAC system, whether it’s one of these recommendations or something else. If you’re upgrading your entire HVAC unit or you just want to swap out the thermostat for one of these or any other option, our technicians can get you set up to save on your energy bills and keep your home comfortable in the smartest way possible.

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