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If users are wondering what temperature to set their thermostat in the winter season, users are not alone. Frequently adjusting the heat settings can potentially consume a lot of energy. It can be challenging to find the right balance between comfort and cost to keep family and wallet comfortable.

Napoleon discusses the settings for the thermostat that will keep the home’s temperature at the right comfort level.

What Temperature To Set the Thermostat In Winter?

There are certain variables users have to consider when trying to figure out what temperature to set the thermostat in Winter.

The winter season also means that frigid snowstorms and winds can happen, lowering the temperature throughout the home at any given time. When users adjust the thermostat based on different activities throughout the day, they can ensure everyone is warm and comfortable while reducing energy costs.

Temperature setting

Everyone has to agree on a certain temperature to reduce unnecessary issues and keep comfort levels

Setting specific temperatures for the house has the potential to cause small arguments or issues between members of the family, or in shared houses, among housemates. Remember that in specific situations like this, everyone has to agree on a certain temperature to reduce unnecessary issues and keep everyone’s comfort levels on the same page.

Speaking of keeping harmony among the members of the household, the following are some tips to do so, as well as more ideas on how to save on electricity bills during this time of the year.

How To Adjust The Thermostat to Save On Energy Bills?

  • Set A Temperature That Benefits Everyone In The Home

It goes without saying that every single member of the household, whether in a family or a flatmate setting, has a different comfort level. Instead of spending time and energy debating which one is best, think about the different home temperatures throughout the day.

Living spaces should be at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit, while bedrooms or basements can be a little bit cooler, at around 68 degrees. Explain to each member of the house that bodily temperatures fluctuate when sleeping, and sleep can be improved by lowering the temperature at night.

  • Reduce Thermostat Settings When Away

If users plan on leaving the house empty for more than two hours, reduce settings to save on costs.

Reducing thermostats when no one is at home, or to 68 degrees at night, can significantly lower heating bills by 20% or more.

  • Invest In A Smart Thermostat

Users can connect the thermostat to their smartphone and control its settings from anywhere in the home

If users are confused about how to adjust the thermostat during winter on a busy schedule, it could be in their best interest to invest in a smart thermostat. A programmable thermostat makes it easier to identify opportunities to save on electricity, hence reducing bills. This can be used to control the settings automatically at specific times throughout the day, no matter what type of HVAC system users might have.

Automatic thermostats, such as the Napoleon NT14 model are simple to use. Users can connect the thermostat to their smartphone and control its settings from anywhere in the home or on the go, allowing them to save time and energy even when they’re not at home.

Maintain Heating System Well

If the heating system doesn’t get the proper amount of care or maintenance it deserves, it won’t be able to operate at optimal efficiency for the home.

Frequent repairs and high utility bills can cause a lot of headaches, hence creating more trouble in the long run. Here are a few tips on how to prevent unwanted heating system repairs:

  • Keep the surrounding shrubbery of the outdoor cooling and heating unit trimmed.
  • Place furniture away from air vents to ensure proper air circulation.
  • Replace the filter each month to ensure that an ample amount of fresh air reaches the HVAC unit.
  • Schedule preventative maintenance right before cold weather arrives.

Warm Up The Home 

The winter season doesn’t need to be so challenging, especially if users are always struggling to find the sweet spot when adjusting their home’s thermostat during the coldest months.

Stay warm and comfortable for years to come with Napoleon’s top-grade heating and cooling systems, gas furnaces, heat pumps, ductless heat systems, and thermostats.

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