Ever feel like the controls on your thermostat might as well be hieroglyphics? We hear you. Whether you have a programmable thermostat or a smart model, setting a schedule can be confusing. But it’s a ...

Programmable thermostats can save you by money by automatically adjusting your home's temperature when you're away or asleep. But as Consumer Reports found back in October 2007, the devices often have ...

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QUESTION: I try to set my furnace thermostat back at night to lower my heating bills, but I often forget. It’s also chilly in the morning. How should I select a programmable automatic thermostat, and ...

Q. Electricity and heating fuel prices are soaring. I need to conserve energy. Will a programmable thermostat really help me save money? How can you maximize energy savings when using one? A. You bet ...

Don’t be surprised if your doorbell rings and it’s an NV Energy representative. The power company is canvassing neighborhoods, encouraging people to sign up for its mPowered program. The program ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Ever feel like the controls on your thermostat might as well be hieroglyphics? We hear you. Whether you have a ...