Winter is well on its way, and many Canadian homeowners are feeling the stress of turning on their furnaces, keeping their homes warm, and not paying egregious prices in heating bills. If you’re trying to save money and keep comfortable this winter, you may have wondered what the ideal temperature is for you to keep your thermostat: the experts at Spring Home are happy to help with our guide on the ideal temperature to set your thermostat this winter as well as several other tips on how to save money and keep your house comfortable!
The Ideal Temperature
While every family’s cooling and heating needs are different and a lot of it comes down to preference, our recommendation for the best thermostat temperature in the winter is 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). We also recommend that you turn your thermostat down a few degrees in the evening to preserve energy and money. According to ENERGY STAR, this is the best balance between comfort and efficiency.
Save Money By Sticking To One Setting
While we recommend keeping your thermostat at 20 degrees Celsius during the winter days and turning down the temperature slightly during the winter nights, by no means do we recommend playing with the thermostat or changing the temperature more than necessary. A really easy way to waste energy and money is to constantly adjust your thermostat from one temperature to another. Choose one temperature during the day, one at night, and stick to them!
Where You Place Your Thermostat Matters
Placing your thermostat in the right spot in your home is vital to getting an accurate temperature reading of your space, and adjusting the heat accordingly. When installing your next thermostat, make sure to place it somewhere outside of direct sunlight, and preferably on an interior wall near the center of your home. If your thermostat is in the right space, you’ll be able to get an accurate temperature reading in the winter, saving you trouble and potentially saving you money.
Invest In A Smart Thermostat To Save Energy And Money!
The best way to save money and energy this winter is to upgrade to a smart thermostat. A smart thermostat works with your current heating system to set the perfect temperature in your home according to your schedule, your needs, and even the time of day. A smart thermostat can be controlled over wifi from anywhere in the world and can be set to your heating and cooling preferences. With a smart thermostat, you never have to worry about wasting energy or money again, as the system takes care of it for you!
Interested in installing a smart thermostat in your home?
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The Spring Home team has been servicing the HVAC needs of the GTA for over 15 years. Our award-winning team of licensed technicians is committed to providing our clients with service they can trust and equipment they can rely on.
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