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Program your thermostat.
- A smart thermostat is a Wi-Fi enabled device that automatically adjusts heating and cooling temperature settings in your home for optimal performance.
- During summer, a temperature of 78°F is recommended when you are home and awake. During winter, a temperature of 68°F is recommended when you are home and awake.
- With proper use, programmable thermostats can save about $180 every year in energy costs.*
** U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ENERGY STAR program
Get Started
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1Consult your thermostats operating manual for instructions on how to reprogram the programmable thermostat's threshold temperature to 78° F.
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Install and program a smart thermostat.
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