CR’s recommended thermostats—from brands like Emerson and Honeywell Home—are easy to program, and they can help you trim ...

Bimetal Thermostats are widely used inside heating pads, blankets, medical pads, electric kettles, and in some other devices where the application demands a cheap temperature controller mechanism.

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. You can save up to $180 in energy costs per ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, ...

Ever since Nest introduced its $249 Learning Thermostat in 2011, pricey Wi-Fi-enabled temperature controllers have been trending in the smart-home industry. But not everyone wants a super fancy ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...