According to Energy Star, the average U.S. household spends over $900 per year on cooling and heating. A properly programmed thermostat can help you lower those energy costs and make setting the right ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If opening your energy bill makes you cringe, it's time to think about installing a programmable thermostat. Beyond being one of the easiest ...

Programmable thermostats are a great investment. In the first year after installation, you can reduce your energy bills by more than you paid for the thermostat. The Earth Day celebrations are over, ...

Did you know that the average American household spends more than $2,200 annually on energy bills, and close to half of that figure can be attributed to heating and cooling? If you’re looking to chop ...

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 ...

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 ...