Miscellaneous Articles

How to Set Your Programmable Thermostat

September 11, 2025
How to Set Programmable Thermostat. Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on a wall with a blue light.

With all the options available for setting your programmable thermostat, it is easy to get confused. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a programmable thermostat––it is designed for you to “set it and forget it,” making your life easier.

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Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

June 9, 2025
Why Is My Thermostat Blank? Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on a wall with a blank screen.

It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its blank screen.

Is this a serious issue—does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed!

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Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

March 7, 2025
Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto. Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on a wall.

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat.

But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your McMurray home?

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Zone Your Way to Comfort

January 15, 2025
Homeowner using zone control automation to control temperature in various rooms.

Imagine having the power to control the temperature in every room of your home like a maestro conducting an orchestra. With a zone control system, you can! Gone are the days of battling over the thermostat or choosing between freezing in one room or melting in another.

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