Save on Heating with a Programmable Thermostat

ben • November 13, 2018

With cold weather comes an increase in your heating bill, and Metzger’s is here to give you the cost-saving solution you need with a programmable thermostat. Programmable thermostats may be used for basic temperature control, but they may also be set up to manage your indoor environment for different times of the day and different days of the week. No matter the outdoor conditions, your home can be the perfect temperature with a programmable thermostat.

From morning to night

Hour to hour programming on your thermostat can be one of the better ways to save yourself costs with heating this winter. Temperatures drop significantly during the early morning and late at night, so, with your programmable thermostat, you can heat your home specifically during these times to sleep comfortably and turn it down during the day while you’re away at work. By planning out the times that your heat is running, your home will be warmed when you need it, and your bill is guaranteed to lower throughout the colder months.

Options available

Metzger’s offers two different options for programmable thermostats to keep your home warm this winter. The Honeywell programmable thermostat has a 7-day, 5-2 day, 5-1-1 day, and 1-week version for your heating so you can get the exact setup that you need depending on your schedule. Metzger’s also offers a Bryant Evolution programmable thermostat which boasts an easy-to-use wall mounted panel and can work to make your home’s temperature, humidity, dehumidification, ventilation, and indoor air quality as best as possible. No matter which of the thermostats we provide you decide on, you know that your home will be heated efficiently and save you a noticeable amount on monthly bills.

As a member of multiple organizations stressing best ethical practices and certifications, you know you can trust Metzger’s with all your heating needs. Our installers and technicians will give you the professional experience that you’re looking for this winter season.

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By benstaples1 • May 13, 2022
Fall is a time that homeowners often look forward to because energy costs are low. It’s cool enough that air conditioning isn’t needed and warm enough to avoid turning on the heat. It’s also a great time to prepare heating systems for winter as well as making sure heating systems are run as efficiently as possible. In this post, we will look at five things you can do to prepare your heating system for the cold winter months and hopefully save yourself some money in the process. Inspect your filtersFilters that are covered with dirt and other debris cut down airflow in your heating system. When filters are properly maintained or changed when they get clogged it puts less stress on the heating system. This means that clean filters allow the heating system to work less hard which saved money on energy as well as putting less strain on internal components of the system. Effectively program your thermostatWhen homeowners switch from a standard thermostat to a programmable one that can lower temperatures when they’re not home or when they’re sleeping, they can expect to see up to 15% in savings. Upgrade your equipment If it’s been awhile since you have upgraded for system, ten years or more, consider upgrading to a newer model that is more efficient. Furnaces like Bryant Evolution gas furnace from Metzger’s Heating & Cooling have efficiency of 90%. Reverse the direction of your ceiling fan This is one that not many people know about or consider. In the winter you should make sure your ceiling fan is spinning clockwise at a low speed. Heat rises and this method pulls cool air to the top and pushes the warmer air near the ceiling down along the walls to the floor. This method has been proven to save up to 15% on winter heating bills. 

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