Energy-efficient Comfort
Energy-efficient Comfort | Thermostat Upgrades | Heating and Air Conditioning | Ocoee
Enjoy year-round comfort in Ocoee while trimming your utility bills with HEP’s energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions. Our certified technicians install and program the latest smart controls, letting your HVAC system learn your schedule, adjust to real-time weather, and balance every room’s temperature with pinpoint accuracy—all without you lifting a finger.
These thermostat upgrades put you in command from anywhere via your phone, giving you instant insights into energy use and alerting you to maintenance needs before they become costly surprises. Ready to feel the difference a smarter thermostat can make? Reach out to HEP today and discover just how comfortable—and efficient—your home can be.
FAQs
Why should I upgrade to a smart or programmable thermostat instead of keeping my standard model?
Modern programmable and Wi-Fi thermostats continuously sample indoor and outdoor conditions, learn your comfort preferences, and adjust temperatures automatically. By eliminating the constant cycling and human-error settings common with manual thermostats, they can cut heating and cooling energy use by 10–20 %. Many models also display real-time humidity, remind you to change filters, and send efficiency reports, which helps your HVAC system last longer while keeping your Ocoee home more comfortable.
How much money can a smart thermostat save on my utility bills in the Ocoee climate?
Central Florida’s warm, humid weather makes air conditioning the dominant energy expense. EPA studies show a properly programmed smart thermostat can lower cooling costs by up to 15 % and heating costs by 10 %. For a typical Ocoee household that spends about $1,500 a year on electricity, that translates to $150–$225 in annual savings. Extra features like geofencing, occupancy sensors, and adaptive learning maximize those savings by running the system only when it’s truly needed.
Will a new thermostat work with my existing HVAC equipment?
Nearly all modern comfort systems—heat pumps, straight-cool A/C units, gas furnaces, and dual-fuel setups—can be paired with today’s smart or programmable thermostats. During our free in-home assessment, we check your control wiring (C-wire availability), staging requirements, and voltage to ensure compatibility. If your system lacks a common wire, we can usually add an inexpensive adapter or run a new wire during installation so you can still enjoy advanced thermostat features.
How long does the thermostat upgrade installation take and what does it involve?
Most residential installations in Ocoee take 60–90 minutes. We begin by safely shutting off HVAC power, labeling existing wires, and removing your old thermostat. After mounting the new backplate, we connect and verify each wire, restore power, and program initial settings. Finally, we connect the thermostat to your Wi-Fi network, walk you through the mobile app, and run both heating and cooling modes to confirm proper operation. You’ll receive a quick-start guide plus our technician’s direct contact information in case questions arise later.
Are rebates or incentives available in Ocoee for installing an energy-efficient thermostat?
Yes. Many electric utilities in Central Florida, including Duke Energy, offer $25–$75 bill credits or gift cards when you install an ENERGY STAR®-certified smart thermostat and enroll in their demand-response program. Florida Power & Light (FPL) customers who participate in the "On Call" program may also qualify for additional savings. We handle the paperwork, proof-of-purchase, and device registration so you receive every incentive for which you’re eligible.
Can I control the upgraded thermostat remotely and integrate it with my smart-home system?
Absolutely. Popular models we install—such as ecobee, Google Nest, and Honeywell Home—provide free iOS and Android apps that let you change setpoints, view energy history, and receive maintenance alerts from anywhere. They also integrate with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, and IFTTT, enabling voice control and custom automations (e.g., lowering the temperature when you lock the front door). For homeowners interested in whole-house automation, we can pair the thermostat with your existing Z-Wave or Zigbee hub during the same visit.