Tips and hacks for making the most of your HVAC system through the summer and ensuring you're not overpaying on energy bills.

Air conditioners make it possible to maintain a comfortable temperature even in the dead of summer. Learn what temperature is ...

It’s no secret that programmable thermostats are a great way to save money on your utility bills. But a 2015 report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration found that while 41 percent of ...

It’s no secret that programmable thermostats are a great way to save money on your utility bills. But people often forget to program their thermostats, which means they’re missing out on the potential ...

CR’s recommended thermostats—from brands like Emerson and Honeywell Home—are easy to program, and they can help you trim monthly utility bills Programmable thermostats are generally easier to use than ...

Google has added some clever features that go beyond heating and cooling. In fact, your Nest thermostat can act as a tiny ...

Is your thermostat in need of an upgrade? Although many existing homes are still hanging on to old-fashioned models, a newer class of programmable thermostats is now becoming the rule and not the ...

Emerson's $130 Sensi Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat costs less than many other smart-home models, its button interface and app are thoughtfully arranged and it works with Amazon's Alexa. The Sensi is a ...

A regular thermostat doesn't have app connections and will, at most, have a remote control you can use from across the house.

A thermostat is the brains behind your home’s heating and cooling system, whether that system has a heat pump, furnace, boiler, central AC, or a combination. By monitoring and controlling the ...

Winter weather is here and the desire to keep our homes nice and toasty takes on greater importance. Unfortunately, this comes along with additional energy costs. It’s smart to keep your home warm in ...

Most homeowners treat the thermostat as a simple dial or touchscreen - you poke it, the heat or air comes on, and that's that ...