How a Smart Thermostat Can Save You Money Year-Round

Premier Heating and Air
Sep 17
3 min read

Your HVAC system is one of the biggest contributors to your monthly utility bill — but what if you could lower those bills without sacrificing comfort? That’s exactly what a smart thermostat can do.

Whether you’re dealing with Tennessee’s hot summers, chilly winters, or the unpredictable seasons in between, a smart thermostat helps you stay comfortable while keeping energy costs under control. Here’s how making the switch can start saving you money almost immediately.

📱 Smarter Temperature Control = Lower Bills

Traditional thermostats do their job — they turn your system on and off — but they can’t think ahead. A smart thermostat, on the other hand, learns your household’s habits and adjusts your heating and cooling automatically.

No More Wasted Energy: It can turn the temperature up or down while you’re away at work and bring it back to a comfortable level before you get home.
Energy Efficiency, Every Day: By running your system only when you need it, you’ll use less energy and save money month after month.
Protects Your System: Reducing unnecessary run time helps prevent wear and tear, which can also lower repair costs over time.

📊 Track Your Energy Usage

One of the best features of a smart thermostat is its ability to give you insight into how much energy you’re using — and when. Most models generate detailed monthly reports and offer suggestions to improve efficiency.

See how your usage compares to similar homes in your area.
Learn which times of day you use the most energy and make adjustments.
Get notifications if your energy use suddenly spikes (which can be an early sign that your system needs maintenance).

These small adjustments can lead to big savings over time.

🌡️ Control Your Comfort from Anywhere

Forgot to adjust the thermostat before heading out for a weekend trip? No problem. Smart thermostats connect to your phone, allowing you to change the temperature from anywhere.

Turn down the AC after you leave for work.
Warm up your house on your way home so it’s cozy when you walk in.
Make quick adjustments during vacations so you’re not wasting money heating or cooling an empty house.

This level of control keeps you comfortable and eliminates wasted energy — both of which are good for your wallet.

☀️ Adapts to the Weather Automatically

Some advanced smart thermostats even monitor your local weather and adjust accordingly. For example:

On sunny fall days, your thermostat might let the indoor temperature rise a little before turning on the AC, using natural warmth to save energy.
When a cold front is coming, it can adjust your heat settings in advance to avoid sudden, costly temperature spikes.

💸 Long-Term Savings & Rebates

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, homeowners can save up to 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning their thermostat back 7–10°F for 8 hours a day. A smart thermostat does this automatically — which means those savings can be consistent all year long.

Even better, many utility companies offer rebates or discounts on smart thermostats, sometimes as much as $50–$100. That means you can start seeing a return on your investment even faster.

✅ Professional Installation Matters

While many smart thermostats are designed to be homeowner-friendly, professional installation ensures your new thermostat is properly calibrated and works seamlessly with your existing HVAC system. This is especially important for homes with multiple zones, heat pumps, or older equipment.

At Premier Heating & Air, we help homeowners choose the right thermostat for their home, install it correctly, and even walk you through how to use it — so you get the maximum comfort and savings from day one.

📞 Ready to Save Money This Season?

If you’re tired of high energy bills, upgrading to a smart thermostat is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to make a difference. You’ll enjoy better comfort, more control, and lower utility costs all year long.