When to Switch Up Your Thermostat Schedule

Even small adjustments to your thermostat schedule can make a big difference. Changing your programmable or smart thermostat settings at the right times can improve:

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• Energy Efficiency: Reduce system strain, extend equipment lifespan, lower energy use, and help the environment.

• Utility Bills: When strategically done, the proper thermostat schedule can easily bring down energy bills each month.

• Comfort: As your routine evolves throughout your life or even just the year, your thermostat schedule should evolve with it. By adapting your thermostat to your routine, your comfort will greatly improve!

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Your thermostat directly impacts how well your HVAC system performs. Setting (and resetting) your schedule ensures it runs at its best. But when should you make changes? Here are 10 times you should update your thermostat schedule:

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1.     A sudden weather shift (snowstorm or heatwave)

2.     Leaving for vacation

3.     A new routine (kids back to school, remote work changes, etc.)

4.     Rising energy bills

5.     Installing new insulation or windows

6.     Upgrading to a new HVAC system

7.     Adding new occupants or pets

8.     Moving into a new home (systems vary)

9.     At the start of each season (spring, summer, fall, winter)

10.  When your comfort declines

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If you’d like help optimizing your thermostat—or exploring upgrade options -contact our customer service team at (978) 750-8282 or office@preferredairinc.com. We're happy to help you find the best solution for your home or business.

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Preferred Air has been offering trusted service for 35 years. We'd love to have you join our community by scheduling a service or a complimentary professional system evaluation and estimate for upgrades or replacements of your current system with our factory-trained expert technicians.

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