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 ...

On paper, a smart thermostat sounds like a great deal-- offering potential savings while making home heating and cooling easier to manage through AI and remote sensors. In practice, a worry frequently ...

I need help installing a new digital, non-programmable, 2-wire, thermostat for electric baseboard heating. For some reason, this one isn't working like the rest of the ones I've installed.

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

On paper, a smart thermostat is an excellent deal, a way to gain newfound savings while making home heating and cooling easier to manage than ever through AI and remote sensors. In practice, a worry ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Nothing makes me feel more like the homeowner I’m not than checking my thermostat. It ...

If you’re a thrifty homeowner, you’re probably already layering up during winter so you don’t have to crank the heat—and then in summer, waiting until it gets really hot before you switch on the air ...

Slashing your pesky energy bill during a sweltering summer or bitter winter might be easier than you think — and it could come down to where your thermostat lives. If you're installing a new ...