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Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Why change the temperature on your thermostat?

Buying a programmable thermostat to change the temperature when you are there versus when you are not, will save about $130 a year! Check out exactly how much you can save with this Energy Star calculator tool.


Programmable Thermostat Setpoint Times & Temperatures
SettingTimeSetpoint Temperature (Heat)Setpoint Temperature (Cool)
Wake
6:00 a.m.
≤ 70° F
≥ 78° F
Day
8:00 a.m.
Setback at least 8° F
Setup at least 7° F
Evening
6:00 p.m.
≤ 70° F
≥ 78° F
Sleep
10:00 p.m.
Setback at least 8° F
Setup at least 4° F

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