It’s no secret that smart thermostats offer unparalleled convenience by allowing you to control your home’s temperature through your smartphone. However, when tied into a whole home smart ecosystem, these devices become powerful tools for energy efficiency and greener living. The best part? A more efficient heating and cooling system translates to significant savings on your energy bills. Just how much you save depends on the climate you live in and your standard thermostat temperatures, with Energy.gov recommending a set of 68°F.
As a Guardian Hawk smart thermostat owner, you have a wealth of options at your disposal to help you save energy and money. Let’s explore three simple tips that’ll set you on the path to maximizing your thermostat’s potential.
1. Set Schedules That Work for You
Creating heating and cooling schedules tailored to your lifestyle is the first step towards reaping the benefits of your smart thermostat.
On https://guardianhawk.com, you’ll find a drag-and-drop daily calendar under Automation and Schedules that lets you control temperatures for recurring events like going to work and hitting the sack. Set an “Away” temperature, a “Home” temperature, and a “Sleep” temperature, then determine when your thermostat should adjust for these occurrences.
Consider turning the temperature down by 7 to 10 degrees during the hours your house is empty, or decreasing it slightly while everyone is asleep. According to Energy.gov, you can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by making these small adjustments.
2. Harness the Power of Triggers
Setting schedules is a great start, but to truly unlock your smart thermostat’s energy-saving potential, you need to explore other automation settings. Enter Triggers. You can easily set these up on https://guardianhawk.com/ under the Automation Rules section.
For example, create a “Sensor Left Open” rule that prompts your thermostat to respond if a door with a smart sensor is left open for a certain period. You can either have your thermostat offset this situation by heating or cooling, or turn it off entirely, preventing wasted energy due to an open door. Additionally, add a new Fire Safety rule so that if your system detects a potential fire, the thermostat and its fans turn off to avoid spreading toxic smoke.
3. Take Advantage of Geo-Services
Geo-Services can take your smart thermostat’s efficiency to the next level. On the Thermostat Schedules page of https://guardianhawk.com/, enable the “Smart Away” function and geo-services (if you haven’t already). This allows you to set your thermostat to use the “Away” temperature whenever your geo-devices leave the designated geo-fence. For instance, if you leave your home unexpectedly, the Smart Away function will be alerted by your system’s geo-fence and adjust the temperature to a more energy-saving level until you return.
This setting allows your system to respond intuitively to your actual movements rather than a standard weekly schedule, making it perfect for those days when life doesn’t go according to plan.
If you need help figuring out the settings for your smart thermostat, don’t hesitate to call 1-800-800-HAWK for assistance. With these tips in hand, you’ll be well on your way to making your home smarter, safer, and more efficient!