Friday, January 13, 2012

Benefits of Auto Programmable Thermostats

At Bill Howe Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., we strongly recommend that every home or business replace their current thermostat with an auto programmable thermostat, which will ensure both efficiency and convenience. Once you program the thermostat once, it is good to go so that you don’t have to worry about adjusting your thermostat when you’re away from home. Plus, with a good thermostat, you can save energy, cut down on your electric bill and even be notified when you need maintenance.

With an auto programmable thermostat, you will never have to remember to turn your system on or off because you can program it to come on at different times during the day. This is the easiest way to deal with your AC unit so that you aren’t wasting both your time and electricity. After all, it takes a lot more energy to go from 55 degrees to 72 degrees than it does to go from 65 degrees to 72 degrees. Some systems will even tell you when you need to call for maintenance, which we would be happy to assist with.

According to California Code, the programmable thermostats are now required on any new installations or replacements. The reason for this is because of the mercury found in older thermostats which can do great harm to the human nervous system. Also, there is a significant danger in just throwing away old thermostats and that’s why Bill Howe Heating & Air, Inc. has teamed up with Thermostat Recycling Corporation (TRC) to properly dispose of older thermostats.

At Bill Howe Heating & Air Conditioning, one of our highly trained, expert technicians can upgrade your system quickly and affordably. Additionally, we can help with the programming of your thermostat so you’re always comfortable, while lowering your electric bill all at the same time. Experience all the benefits of an auto programmable thermostat, and let us help!

To schedule an appointment with one of our expert technicians, please visit us at www.billhowe.com or contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469).

Monday, January 9, 2012

"Howe” to Adjust the Temperature in Your Home When You’re Miles Away

Whether you’re on holiday and realized that you didn’t set your home’s thermostat to vacation mode, or you’re at the office and you’re having unexpected guests over and need the house cooled down or warmed up earlier than usual – you can do it all with a touch of your smart phone, tablet or PC.

Controlling you the temperature of your home is easier than ever before with new technology innovations. For example, Honeywell’s RedLINK™ Wireless Comfort Systems offer a full-suite of wireless-enabled comfort services. Features include remote access from a PC, smart phone or tablet, free app download, access to multiple systems and zones within your home, email alerts when the temperature or humidity limits are surpassed, and automatic upgrades. Honeywell also offers the Portable Comfort Control system, a portable thermostat so that you can adjust the temperature in your home where it’s most convenient for you, while also giving you all the information you need, like outdoor temperature and humidity, to help you make smart energy-related decisions.

Even if you have a very basic HVAC system, there are thermostats and other features that can be installed to give you what you want. You can then control the temperature, adjust settings and view what the temperature is in your house with just the click of a button and without even being there. You can even program your phone or tablet to give you alerts and warnings when something’s wrong with your system or when your system is due for a routine check-up.

Bill Howe can introduce you to all of the new systems that are available so that you can be as tech savvy as you’d like! We can show you the latest trends in technology, including mobile apps and wireless products so that you can be on the cutting edge of technology and make smart energy decisions for your home.

To schedule an appointment with one of our expert technicians, please visit our website at www.billhowe.com or contact us at 1-800-BILL-HOWE (1-800-245-5469).