To easily manage your home comfort, we offer a wide variety of high quality replacement thermostats. Whether you’re looking to upgrade to a wireless thermostat for optimum zoning, a highly programmable thermostat to keep your energy use on a schedule, or ease of use with features like touch-screen, T. F. O’Brien has a quality product for you.
How To Choose The Best Thermostat for Your Needs
When picking out a new thermostat for your home heating and cooling, there are several factors to consider to ensure you choose the right one:
- Types of Thermostats
- Programmable Thermostats allow you to set schedules for different times of the day and days of the week, improving energy efficiency.
- Smart Thermostats offer advanced features like remote control via smartphone apps, learning your schedule, and integrating with smart home systems.
- HVAC System Compatibility
- Ensure the thermostat is compatible with your HVAC system. Some thermostats only work with specific types of heating and cooling systems.
- Check the voltage requirements. Most residential systems use low-voltage thermostats, but high-voltage systems need compatible thermostats.
- Thermostat Features
- Wi-Fi Connectivity allows remote control and monitoring.
- Voice Control integrates with smart home systems like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit.
- Geofencing adjusts the temperature based on whether you are leaving or arriving home.
- Energy Reports provide insights into your energy usage and suggest ways to save.
- Touchscreen Display makes it easier to program and adjust settings.
- Ease of Thermostat Installation
- Some thermostats are DIY-friendly, while others may require professional installation expertise. Having a professional do the work means it’ll get done right the first time, guaranteed.
- Thermostat Cost
- Thermostats range in price from basic models under $50 to advanced smart thermostats costing $200 or more. Determine your budget and prioritize the features that matter most to you.
- Thermostat Brand and Reviews
- Research reputable brands known for quality and reliability, such as Emerson, Ecobee, Carrier, Nest, Honeywell, and Daikin.
- Read customer reviews to learn about real-world performance and any potential issues.
- Energy Savings
- Many smart and programmable thermostats can help reduce your energy bills by optimizing your heating and cooling schedules.
- Look for thermostats with an ENERGY STAR rating for maximum energy efficiency.
- Warranty and Support
- Check the warranty period and the availability of customer support. A good warranty can provide peace of mind in case of defects or issues.
Choosing the right thermostat involves considering your HVAC system compatibility, desired features, ease of installation, budget, and brand reputation. By evaluating these factors, you can select a thermostat that enhances your home's comfort, convenience, and energy efficiency. Not sure which to choose? Speak to a T. F. O’Brien thermostat expert for advice and installation planning.
T.F. O’Brien Recommended Thermostats
There are many options on the market to choose from when selecting a new thermostat. We have installed thousands of thermostats all across Long Island. Based on our experience, some of the top thermostat models that we install includes:
Emerson 80 Series Digital Programmable Thermostat
Emerson 80 Series thermostats are designed to work with many heating and cooling systems. They use a standard size footprint that is compatible with most wall panels for a great look in your home. There is a large backlit display with a high contrast screen for easy readability and large buttons for convenient controls. It features flexible program options of 7 day, 5+1+1 day, and off, with dual fuel controls so no outdoor sensor is required. Plus it comes with a 5-year warranty for your peace of mind.
Emerson Sensi Wi-Fi Thermostat
Stepping up to an Emerson Sensi Wi-Fi Thermostat can save you up to 23% on your home heating and cooling bills. It’s Energy Star certified and offers flexible programming with up to 8 periods per day, plus a geofencing option. It monitors the performance of your HVAC system and provides valuable reports to keep you running at maximum efficiency. The large display is bright and easy to use with large buttons for your convenience. It comes with a 3-year warranty and does not require a C-wire for installation.
Daikin One Thermostat
The Daikin One Thermostat is designed to be smart and to save you money by monitoring air quality, temperatures, and your lifestyle routine. It can create optimized schedules for your energy consumption and optimal comfort. It can create a schedule with up to 6 events for each day of the week and can automatically adjust schedules while you are away. The Daikin One also has a geofencing option. This thermostat is Wi-Fi enabled and automatically pushes updates to ensure you have the latest software and optimizations for your home. Daikin fully stands behind their thermostats offering a 12-year warranty for new installations.
Carrier Infinity Thermostat
The Carrier Infinity Thermostat is one of the most intelligent models available. The Infinity Control System can manage humidity levels, airflow, ventilation, indoor air quality, and up to 8 zones for your home. It is fully connected so you can manage these settings while home or away, and it is Amazon Alexa compatible for voice control. This is the best choice if you have a Carrier home heating or cooling system installed. The Infinity Thermostat provides energy tracking and reporting to help you maximize your energy savings. It offers a choice of a 10-year parts warranty or 5-year parts and 3-year labor warranty.
Ecobee WiFi Thermostat
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat can be fully integrated with your home monitoring systems such as security, Alexa, Google, or HomeKit. It features geofencing to know when you are home or away to automatically adjust temperatures for maximum energy efficiency. This Energy Star certified thermostat boasts an up to 26% saving on annual home heating and cooling costs. The multi-zone SmartSense knows which rooms are occupied and adjusts temperatures accordingly for maximum comfort. It also monitors air quality to ensure a healthier home. The Ecobee comes with a 3-year warranty.
If you have a heating or cooling need, want to improve your indoor air quality, or just want to lower your energy bills (or all three), contact us today for a free quote. We specialize in new installations of heating and cooling systems including initial thermostat installations!