The Only Thermostat Trick You Need to Save Money in the Heat

Fighting over the thermostat is never fun, and it could lead to higher energy bills, too. So how do you beat the summer heat while also saving as much money as possible? At CNET, we’ve been testing thermostats for years, and we’ve learned exactly what settings work the best while staying energy efficient.

While smart thermostats can help a lot, thanks to automation and sensors, these tricks work well for any home thermostat, especially when you’re setting up a new schedule. Here’s what to do for both summer and winter weather.

This is the ideal thermostat temperature for the winter

In the winter, experts recommend that you set your thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit when you’re home, and 60 to 65 degrees when you’re asleep or away.

You can set it higher, but that will reduce efficiency and lead to higher energy bills. It also depends on the weather...

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