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Tom Talks HVAC
“There are lots of important things a DIYer can do. Some very simple fixes are often all it takes.” With nearly 30 years of HVAC experience, Sensi’s Tom Lorenz has become an industry expert. An engineer with a background designing pinball machines, Tom has always been hands on. He’s built cars, a house and “anything else I can’t afford.”
The terrible truth about duct tape
It’s hard to imagine a world without duct tape (or is it “duck”?). It’s seemingly everywhere these days, patching together everything from garden hoses to cars while also working for wallets and formal wear. But Sensi wants you to know the hard truth about duct tape: it’s horrible for air ducts.
Sensi helps make you an energy star, too
Your Sensi smart thermostat is so much more than just part of your home. It’s your home’s partner. And that means Sensi is always there to help your family live its best life—enjoying maximum comfort while saving energy.
How to cash in on spring cleaning
It’s time to rethink spring cleaning. Sure, you’ll enjoy a fresher, brighter home. But now more than ever, it’s time to start claiming some cash back on your time and energy. All it takes is knowing where to look.
Don't let it be Groundhog Day for your Sensi
The long months of winter can make it feel like the same day keeps repeating over and over. But winter doesn’t have to feel like a never-ending Groundhog Day inside your home. Because Sensi makes it easy to keep your comfort in sync with the ever-changing rhythms of your family’s unique lifestyle.
Is your home suffering the winter blues?
Snow and ice are not the only symptoms of winter. You’ll also experience jolts of static electricity and itchy skin while breathing dry, stuffy indoor air fouled with harmful particles. Luckily, winter is only a temporary condition, and Sensi has some cures.
Is it finally time to phase out your furnace?
Heating and cooling your home can account for nearly 1/3 of a typical household’s utility bill. But compared to furnaces, heat pumps can help lower energy use for heating by as much as 50%.
The ultimate hack for holiday hosting is already on your wall
Nothing makes the holidays warmer than welcoming family and friends into your home. From dinners and parties to visits from out-of-towners, your Sensi is the secret to holiday hosting.
Your checklist for fall home comfort
Cold weather is just around the corner, so fall is the perfect time to make a list of some of the small tweaks you can make around the home to optimize your home's comfort in the months ahead. Below are some helpful tips to get you started!
We're in the Business of Comfort - Not Data Mining
Despite the convenience and energy-savings benefits, concerns regarding data privacy remain a significant barrier to widespread adoption of smart products like smart thermostats.
Four Smart Thermostat Moving Tips
Moving into a new home this summer? While we can’t help you pack all your dishes or get that dreaded sofa up the stairs, we can offer these helpful tips for moving with smart thermostat technology.
How fresh is your home's indoor air
With people spending 90% of their time indoors, it’s never been more important to make the air inside your home fresher.
Tips for saving energy while on summer vacation
Some homeowners may not realize that there are several steps you can take to save both energy and money while you’re away this summer. Here are just a few ways to save green while going green while enjoying your next vacation.
How Smart Thermostats and Other Products Contribute to Bigger Savings and a Better Planet
Earth Day is just around the corner (April 22), and this year, our partners at ENERGY STAR are celebrating early with Earth Week. Beginning April 17, ENERGY STAR will be raising awareness about how homeowners can make choices that will not only save them money in utility costs, but also help reduce their carbon footprint.
Daylight Savings Time HVAC Tips
Spring is almost here! The snow is melting, the robins are chirping and, oh wait, we’re losing an hour of sleep this month?! On March 12, while you’re adjusting to your new sleep schedule and scrambling to change all the clocks on your home, don’t forget about how daylight savings time affects your HVAC system.
Smart Home Adopters Are Concerned with Data Privacy
In honor of Data Privacy Day (January 28), Sensi released its “Smart Home Data Privacy Survey,” in which 2,000 U.S. homeowners aged 18-76 answered questions that focused on smart home product use as well as adoption.
3 Smart Thermostat Scheduling Features to Save Time
If you’re reading this, you already know that the award-winning Sensi™ Touch smart thermostat makes life easier with its intuitive interface that lets you adjust your thermostat with just a tap.
Give the Gift of Connected Comfort
Making your list and checking it twice? Don’t miss out on holiday savings from Sensi! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or your loved ones, it’s the perfect time to give the gift of connected comfort.
Three Simple HVAC Tips for Winter
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but a properly functioning HVAC system is so delightful…To get the most out of your HVAC system this winter, here are three helpful tips.
Celebrate ENERGY STAR Day
Sensi celebrates Energy Awareness Month by providing simple ways to save energy and make communities more sustainable and energy efficient.
What to Know Before Buying a New Air Conditioner
Looking for a new air conditioner can be overwhelming. New units are investments as they typically last 15-20 years, so finding the right one is crucial.
What are Heat Pumps and How Do They Work?
Heat pumps are quickly becoming a sustainable and affordable alternative to traditional heating and cooling methods.
HVAC Maintenance Tips That Will Prevent Expensive Repairs
Maintaining your HVAC system is simple and can be done quickly. We have created a checklist that will take you through the most important steps in maintaining your HVAC system.
Sensi is Committed to Energy Savings
Sensi smart thermostats give you control of your home's comfort and carbon footprint
Does Adjusting Your Thermostat Use More Energy?
The U.S. Department of Energy recommends turning your thermostat down between 7 and 10 degrees for eight hours a day. A few degrees can make a big difference—potentially reducing your annual energy costs by up to 10%! Save energy with a programmable smart thermostat.
Sensi Touch Smart Thermostat Wins AHRI 2021 Integrated Home Competition
Sensi Touch smart thermostat won the Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) 2021 Integrated Home Competition for connected thermostats.
HVAC Tips to Prepare for the Cold
Leaves are falling and fall is the perfect time to check in with your HVAC system and thermostat settings to prepare for the colder winter months ahead. Sensi has a few tips to make sure you’re prepared, stay comfortable indoors and even save energy!
Back to School HVAC Checklist
Sensi offers some simple tips to help you effortlessly manage your heating and cooling a little smarter to save you time and energy too!
Top HVAC Tips on How to Beat the Heat
There are simple steps you can take today to allow your HVAC system to operate at it peak performance even during hot summer months.
Sensi's scheduling feature gets a facelift
Our team is continuously working to improve your experience with Sensi smart thermostats and our award-winning app. We wanted you to be the first to know about updates to our in-app scheduling feature.
Sensi Touch is Available in Silver
Sensi Touch smart thermostat is now available in silver.
Sensi Thermostats Named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year
Sensi smart thermostats have received the 2021 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy for the second consecutive year. Emerson’s Sensi brand was the first smart thermostat to receive the honor in 2020.
Save Energy with Alexa's Energy Management Dashboard
Connect all of your smart home devices to manage your energy usage in the Amazon Alexa app.
Sensi Smart Tools Monitor HVAC Activity & More
It’s easier than ever to control the comfort of your home and keep your heating and cooling equipment functioning at peak performance. Sensi smart thermostat in-app tools and alerts deliver the information you need to maintain your HVAC equipment and spot any potential disruptions in service before they escalate into bigger, more costly issues.
Sensi Thermostat Management Solution Saves Church $9K a Year
The readers of PC Magazine have named Sensi the Best Smart Thermostat of 2020.
Sensi Named Readers Choice by PCMag
The readers of PC Magazine have named Sensi the Best Smart Thermostat of 2020.
Save More Energy with Temperature Limits
For an easy way to prevent others from adjusting your temperature too high or too low, using temperature limits on your Sensi app can help. Read this article to learn more.
Tips to Save Energy by Changing Your Furnace Air Filter
Sensi has partnered with Filtrete™ on some tips for proper furnace filter maintenance that can help you optimize HVAC performance while improving air quality.
Adjust Your Sensi's Brightness
WIth Sensi Touch Smart Thermostat's Sleep Mode, you now have the ability to set your preferred sleep screen options. Know more about this awesome feature here.
Sensi Smart Thermostats Featured on Designing Spaces
Sensi Smart Thermostat was featured on Lifetime TV's Designing Spaces. The highlight of this episode is how homeowners could make smart and energy-saving upgrades to their home, which Sensi Smart Thermosats could definitely provide.
Your Sensi just got smarter - Filter Reminders now available
Sensi keeps on providing smart updates to make it easier for you to maintain your HVAC systems. Adding to the list of Sensi's features is an in-app service reminders for routine maintenance needs. Click here to learn more.
Sensi is Now iPad Compatible
The Sensi app is excited to release new compatibility with iPads. This update provides an enhanced experience for iPad users with larger displays and ease of use. Enjoy all the features of your Sensi app, on your iPad.
Save Money on Utility Bills with Demand Response Programs
There’s a good chance that your local utility is running a demand response program and you may be eligible to participate. With increasing sales of smart thermostats, DR programs are also rising in popularity. But what are these programs exactly?
Sensi Thermostats Named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for 2020
Sensi is the first smart thermostat brand to be named Named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for 2020. Click here to read more about this recognition.
Multiple Thermostat Control | Reducing a University's Carbon Footprint
Find out how Matt Worsham of the University of Dayton works as the school's energy efficiency and renewable energy manager and reduces the university's carbon footprints.
Multiple Thermostat Control | Managing HVAC Equipment in University of Dayton
Find out how Josh Massey, HVAC Manager for the University of Dayton updates HVAC Management with Sensi MTM.
Multiple Thermostat Control | School District Saves with Lightweight HVAC Building Management
New Haven's monthly energy usage decreases after installing the Sensi Thermostats. Read more to find out how.
Custom Keypad Lockout
Custom Keypad Lockout feature is available for Sensi Manager customers using the Sensi Smart Thermostat.
