💡 What is a Smart Thermostat?
A smart thermostat is a device that replaces your traditional thermostat. It connects to your central heating system and your home Wi-Fi, allowing you to control your heating from:
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Your smartphone
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A tablet
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A computer
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Or even using voice assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant
🔧 How Does It Work?
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Wired to Your Boiler:
It controls when your boiler turns on and off, just like a regular thermostat. -
Connected to the Internet:
With Wi-Fi, it links to an app so you can change the temperature or schedule heating from anywhere. -
Uses Sensors and Smart Features:
Many models detect if you're home or away, learn your routine, and adjust the temperature automatically to save energy.
📱 Key Features
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Remote Control: Adjust heating anytime, from anywhere
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Schedules: Set times for heating to turn on/off daily or weekly
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Learning Mode (on some models): Learns your preferences and habits
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Geo-Fencing: Turns heating off when you leave home, and on when you’re on your way back
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Voice Control: Compatible with Alexa, Google, Siri
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Energy Usage Reports: Shows you how much energy you're using and where you can save
✅ Benefits
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Comfort: Your home is always warm when you need it
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Convenience: No need to fiddle with dials or timers
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Energy Efficiency: Avoids heating an empty home
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Cost Savings: Helps reduce your energy bills over time
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Modern Touch: Sleek designs that look great in any home
Popular Smart Thermostat Brands
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Nest (by Google)
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Hive (by British Gas)
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Tado°
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ecobee
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Drayton Wiser