Ecobee Thermostats

Ecobee thermostats, now for sale at SupplyHouse.com, offer a modern solution for home comfort. Smart thermostats connect to an equipment interface module to link wirelessly with other system components. WiFi gives users access to a web portal where they can change thermostat settings, see system alerts, and view reports on system energy usage. Free iPhone and Android apps are also available, and enable remote access to the system.

A Lux Thermostat/Remote Control

The Lux TX9000RF thermostat allows you to change the set-point temperature from anywhere in the home. With a range of up to 75 feet, the included battery-powered remote control uses radio waves to communicate with the wall-mounted, 7-day programmable, single-stage heat/cool thermostat. The thermostat also features a large, backlit display. Visit SupplyHouse.com for more thermostats and Lux products.

Auto-Changeover Thermostats

Thermostats with auto-changeover capability are able to switch between heating and cooling mode automatically. Users do not need to change the mode manually. In “auto” mode the thermostat will meet the set-point temperature whether the space is above or below that threshold. This can be convenient during the spring and fall months, where heating and cooling could each be necessary on the same day. Visit SupplyHouse.com for a full selection of thermostats from Honeywell, White-Rodgers, and Robertshaw.

Thermostats & Daylight Saving Time

Programmable thermostats operate based on a schedule, usually of four operating periods each day. This saves money by allowing home comfort systems to operate at lower capacity overnight and during non-peak periods of occupancy. Many programmable thermostats have an option that allows them to update their clock automatically for time changes due to daylight saving time. The clocks in Honeywell VisionPRO 8000 and Prestige series thermostats not only automatically adjust for daylight saving time, but also maintain the correct time during power failures. Other models that feature automatic time-changing ability include White-Rodgers 90 Series, Robertshaw i2, and Venstar Color Touch thermostats.

“Power Stealing” Thermostats

“Power Stealing” thermostats do not need batteries to operate, negating the need for any maintenance and preventing unexpected shutdowns. They “steal” 24-volt power from a furnace, boiler, or control to which the thermostat is wired. Most zone valve controls and switching relays have transformers that provide low voltage thermostats with the necessary 24 volts. Batteries may be needed for backup power to the thermostat in the event of a power failure. For a wide selection of thermostats, including Honeywell, White-Rodgers, and Robertshaw models, please visit SupplyHouse.com.

Tekmar Radiant Heat Thermostats

Tekmar offers high-quality thermostats for in-floor radiant heating. They can be used with the model 079 slab sensor for in-slab installations. The sensor's cord measures 10 feet in length. The Tekmar 518 thermostat is not programmable and does not come with the slab sensor. The 519 package includes the 518, plus the 079 slab sensor. Tekmar model 510 thermostats are programmable, and combine with the slab sensor to make up model 511 packages.

For radiant heating applications, since it can take some time for temperature levels to change within the room, programmable thermostats are not of the utmost importance. Due to the nature of radiant heating (i.e. heating surfaces rather than the air), a slab sensor gives the best indication of the comfort level those in the room actually experience. See SupplyHouse.com for more thermostats and radiant heating products.

Control Your Thermostat From Your Phone

So many things you can do with a Blackberry, even adjust the temperature in your house! New network thermostat technology from BayWeb allows you to control your thermostat from any web-enabled mobile device. Check out the standard BayWeb network thermostats in black and gray, plus other accessories at www.supplyhouse.com.