Aim to set your thermostat to at least 55°F, or slightly higher for older homes or those with exterior plumbing. A smart thermostat can help you manage temps remotely and may offer freeze protection ...
Cold temps can bring high energy bills, but this heating trick will help you save while using the latest technology.
In early July, when temperatures were rising to the 90s, my smart thermostat, a Nest Gen-4 model, shut down completely in the worst timing possible. None of the quick fixes I had used when testing ...