Once the cold weather sets in, striking the optimum balance between heat and humidity levels for indoor air is essential if you want to be comfortable in your home.

To achieve this, consider the benefits of a programmable thermostat, an air humidifier and a portable home heater. With the right combination, you can ensure your family’s comfort, save money and help the environment.

Thermostats (Programmable)

The #1 way to reduce your energy bill. These thermostats can reduce your energy consumption up to 33%. Did you know that turning down your thermostat by 1 degree overnight will save 3% on your energy consumption? By reducing the temperature in your home by 5 degrees at night, you could save 15% on your heating costs.

Which thermostat is right for you?

You can choose a standard thermostat which is designed for temperature control. Also available is a programmable thermostat. There are three types:

• 5/2 - This option will allow you to set 1 program for Monday – Friday and 1 for Saturday and Sunday. If your weekday schedule is relatively similar each day and your typical Saturday and Sunday are similar, then this programming option is right for you.
• 5/1/1 - This option has 1 program for Monday – Friday, 1 program for Saturday and 1 program for Sunday. If your weekdays are similar but your Saturday schedule is considerably different from Sunday, then 5/1/1 programming is your best option.
• 7 day - A separate program for each day is available. If each day is different from the last, then a 7-day programmable thermostat will meet your needs.

Portable Home Heaters

Why heat the whole house when you are spending the entire evening in the living room? Turn down the thermostat and use a portable heater for the room you're in. They're also ideal for that cold spot in your home - be it the garage, a sunroom or a bedroom above the garage. With portable heaters, you get instant heat, cost control and portability. A portable heater is a great choice for quick and cost-efficient heating and can cost less than 10 cents an hour* to operate (*based on hydro rates of 6¢/kW hour). Many portable heaters offer features such as Safety fuses, Tip-over switch, Auto shut-off and Cool-touch housing. Check packaging for details.

There are four different types of portable heaters and each offers a variety of benefits to suit your needs: Fan-Forced, Ceramic, Radiant & Convective.

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Humidifiers

Ever wonder why your skin is itchy, your eyes are dry and your family is more susceptible to colds and flu during the winter? That’s because by turning up the heat and closing the windows, the air in your home can become dry and unhealthy. Buying an air humidifier is a simple solution to improving air quality – making your home more comfortable and healthy to live in.

Our range of models allows you to select a humidifier that’s best for your needs.

Choosing the Right Humidifier

Warm mist humidifiers

• Can be used with medication
• Adds warmth to the room
• Boils water in order to produce a warm mist (steam)

Cool mist humidifiers

• Cannot be used with medication
• Produces refreshing cool moisture
• These humidifiers moisten dry air to improve air quality.

Vaporizers

• Recommended for fighting cold or flu symptoms
• A type of warm mist humidifier
• Works best in small sized rooms

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