So I don’t exactly attempt to be onboard with all the latest things going on in our culture. And I’m not attempting to stay stuck in the past either. I guess it’s more like what am I willing to change and for what benefit. Plus, I like loafing in the air conditioning much more than I do trying to learn all about the latest electronics or life changing gadget. It’s been my experience that a lot of these life changing gadgets are actually time and energy eating gadgets. Like I said, I like to keep it simple so I have plenty of time to chill out in the HVAC cooling. However, it’s not like I’m not paying attention either. And HVAC technology has always been on my radar since I became a homeowner. I like HVAC equipment that is sustainable and eco friendly. That’s something I have paid attention to as the HVAC technology for residential HVAC has advanced. That said, I have had my eye on the smart thermostat since it came out some 7 or 8 years ago. I’m never the first to jump on any sort of new technology so I’m not holding something obsolete in six months. However, after this much time, I knew that a smart thermostat was thoroughly vetted and would be a good addition to our home. I called the HVAC company and they sent out an HVAC technician to install the wifi thermostat. And honestly, it was as easy as that. The HVAC professional put in some basic parameters and told me to leave it alone. And sure enough, the smart thermostat is great. Not only do I not have to fool with the thermostat at all anymore, it’s saving me between 15 and 20 percent on HVAC heating and cooling costs each month.