I love making improvements to my home. I constantly tankle new renovation projects for the sake of comfort, appearance and functionality. I’ve replaced all of the windows, exterior doors, light fixtures and plumbing fixtures. I’ve installed ceiling fans, recessed lighting and surround sound. I’ve invested into new cupboards, countertops, appliances and furniture. I am not sure why it took me so long to finally replace the thermostat. We lived with an ancient, plastic dial for far too long. We needed to make manual adjustments to temperature and the device wasn’t overly accurate. It provided no extra features and was super unattractive. When I finally started looking into a new thermostat, I was surprised by the options. Today’s smart technology has led to all sorts of exciting perks. Wifi thermostats allow access through an app on the phone. From virtually anywhere, it’s possible to make changes to temperature, set up programs and take advantage of helpful information. I had some trouble deciding on the right thermostat for our lifestyle, household and heating and cooling system. I chose a model that includes learning capability. For the first week after installation, the thermostat kept track of every adjustment we made. It then created a program to accommodate our schedule. It automatically raises or lowers temperature to conserve energy when the house is empty and welcomes us back to ideal comfort. The touchscreen interface is extremely easy to navigate. I can take advantage of energy tracking, energy saving tips, voice commands and reminders for maintenance needs. While the thermostat was rather expensive, it is paying for itself through lower monthly utility bills.