Boiler Thermostats

Boiler Thermostats: There are two types of thermostats adaptable to all boilers: the room thermostat and the programmable thermostat.

The purpose of a thermostat: According to the type available, the thermostat helps regulate and / or set the temperature  in your home. This creates a more constant environment and allows you to save energy.

Room thermostat

The principle of a room thermostat

The room thermostat can control the temperature of your home by influencing the production and / or distribution of heat. It maintains a constant temperature and therefore is more comfortable and more economical.

Using a room thermostat can save you 10-25% of energy. The comfortable temperature recommended for a living room is 19 ° C, and when changed, a single degree can help you save 7%! This decrease in consumption also leads to lower pollution generated by your boiler. The room thermostat is simple to use but must also be installed properly.

Equipment associated with the room thermostat

A room thermostat can be installed alone or coupled with an external probe. Used alone: the thermostat measures the temperature of the room where it’s installed, regulating the temperature within the house.

Used with an external sensor, it measures the outside temperature in order to anticipate any changes and adjust the temperature to keep it at a comfortable level. The room thermostat can also be greatly improved by including thermostatic valves fitted to radiators. Also note that these valves should not be installed on the radiators in the room with the room thermostat.

Thermostatic valves can regulate the temperature room by room. Not all rooms require a temperature of 19 ° C, particularly if you do not stay in them. . Another example isthe bedroom that should only require a temperature of 16 to 17 ° C for optimum comfort during sleep.
Prices of a room thermostat

You should allot between 15 and 70 dollars for a room thermostat. The prices for thermostatic valves are around 40-80 dollars for a classic valve and between 70 and 90 dollars for a programmable thermostat.

Programmable thermostats

The temperature map

The programmable thermostat allows you to vary the temperature of your home based on the time of day and day of the week. You can lower the temperature during the day or night. This kind of thermostat provides a comfortable temperature in the morning, evening, weekend or any time the room is occupied. This programming function complements the regulatory function and allows full control of your heating. Note: think of a wireless programmable thermostat to regulate an existing heating system, which is easy to install and convenient to use.

Programmable thermostat and thermostatic valves

A programmable thermostat can be very useful when coupled with thermostatic valves. These valves ensure that the heating system is properly used at all times. Some thermostatic valves are also programmable, which makes is convenient and efficient to have year round. For example, you can program a lower temperature during your absence and an increase to a comfortable temperature before returning.

Warning: Always ensure your thermostat and your thermostatic valves are NF certified for safety and quality assurance.

Prices of a programmable room thermostat

Allot between 50 and 170 dollars for a programmable wire thermostat and between about 80 and 350 dollars for a wireless programmable thermostat. For thermostatic valves, you will require approximately 40 to 70 dollars and 90 to 130 dollars for a programmable thermostat.