Once you’ve identified what type of HVAC system you have, you can select a thermostat that will work best for your family. Modern thermostats come in three major types, including:
- Manual Thermostats – Manual thermostats are the most basic type of thermostats available. They’re not programmable or Wi-Fi enabled and are the least expensive. Manual thermostats are a great choice for homeowners who wish to manually adjust the temperature of their home but don't want the additional features programmable and smart thermostats have to offer.
- Programmable Thermostats – Programmable thermostats allow homeowners to pre-schedule temperature adjustments throughout the day. Installing a programmable thermostat is a great way to save money on heating and cooling costs because you can dial it back during the day when you’re not home or at night when occupants are sleeping. The number of pre-scheduled adjustments that can be programmed throughout the day or week depends on the make and model of the thermostat you choose.
- Smart Thermostats – As the most innovative type of thermostat on the market, smart thermostats are completely adaptive to your preferences and the needs of your home. Many smart thermostat models are Wi-Fi enabled and can be adjusted through a compatible app, and some are voice-controlled.
Additional features available on modern thermostats we offer at Aire Serv of Central & West Houston include:
- Indicator lights
- Vacation mode
- LED and touch screen controls
- Night mode
- And more!
DIY Home Thermostat Replacement
While many modern thermostats require professional installation, simple thermostats can typically be installed if you wish to do it yourself. If you wish to replace your existing manual thermostat, you can follow these steps:
- Shut off the power to your home’s existing thermostat from the circuit breaker or power panel.
- Carefully disconnect the old thermostat from the wall (remove the cover panel and unscrew any brackets).
- Gently pull the existing thermostat away from the wall, so the wire connections to the thermostat are visible on the back side of the unit.
- Remove the electric power supply and label the wires (this is especially important if the wires are not color coded). Be careful to keep the wires from falling back into the wall.
- Thread the wires through the new thermostat’s mounting plate.
- Mount the mounting plate using the included hardware.
- Attach the wires to the back of the thermostat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Click or slide the unit into place on its mount.
- Program the thermostat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Our Smart Thermostat Installation Process
If you choose a smart thermostat to be installed in your home, there are a few extra in the installation process. Your thermostat will need to be compatible with your home’s HVAC system, and during installation, it must be connected to Wi-Fi and set up with your smartphone.
The HVAC experts at Aire Serv of Central & West Houston are highly experienced in installing smart thermostats for homeowners. We will properly install your new smart thermostat, and our friendly team will make sure you know how to use it before leaving.
