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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If opening your energy bill makes you cringe, it's time to think about installing a programmable thermostat. Beyond being one of the easiest ...

CR’s recommended thermostats—from brands like Emerson and Honeywell Home—are easy to program, and they can help you trim monthly utility bills Programmable thermostats are generally easier to use than ...

According to Energy Star, the average U.S. household spends over $900 per year on cooling and heating. A properly programmed thermostat can help you lower those energy costs and make setting the right ...

Looking to upgrade the 2 thermostats in my house. Recently transitioned to peak/offpeak power plan and wanting to be sure I program around the peak times as much as possible. I will add that our ...

Smart thermostats do far more than old programmable models. I'll break down the differences so you can see what you'll get. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to ...

Smart thermostats have been widely available for more than a decade now, and the consensus is clear: Yes, smart thermostats can be a worthwhile upgrade for many heating and cooling systems, trimming ...