Certified Technicians
Certified Technicians | Thermostat Upgrades | Heating and Air Conditioning | Sharps Chapel
Is your Sharps Chapel home still relying on an outdated dial or slider to keep temperatures in check? HEP’s certified technicians specialize in thermostat upgrades that swap guesswork for precision. We install cutting-edge smart and programmable models that learn your habits, balance comfort with energy savings, and give you the power to adjust settings from anywhere—whether you’re fishing on Norris Lake or relaxing on the couch.
Our local pros handle everything from selecting the right device to seamless integration with your existing HVAC system, and we back every installation with clear tutorials and friendly support. With faster response times, improved indoor air quality options, and 24/7 emergency service, HEP makes it simple to modernize your comfort and lower your utility bills—all through one smart move.
FAQs
Why should I consider upgrading my thermostat in Sharps Chapel?
Modern programmable and smart thermostats offer precise temperature control, automatic scheduling, and remote access from a smartphone. In Sharps Chapel’s mixed-humidity climate, this can translate into 10–20 % lower heating and cooling costs, improved indoor comfort, and reduced wear on your HVAC equipment.
Are your technicians certified to install all major brands of smart thermostats?
Yes. Our Sharps Chapel team holds NATE (North American Technician Excellence) and EPA Section 608 certifications, and we are factory-trained on leading brands such as Ecobee, Google Nest, Honeywell Home, and Emerson Sensi. This ensures correct wiring, setup, and integration with heat pumps, dual-fuel systems, or traditional gas furnaces.
How long does a typical thermostat upgrade appointment take?
Most retrofits are completed in 60–90 minutes. This includes removing the old thermostat, verifying low-voltage wiring, installing a common (C-) wire if needed, mounting the new unit, configuring Wi-Fi settings, and giving you a quick tutorial. More complex zoning or multi-stage systems may add another 30 minutes.
Will a smart thermostat work with my existing heat pump or dual-fuel system?
In almost every case, yes. Our technicians perform a compatibility check that looks at voltage, number of stages, auxiliary heat, and emergency heat balance points. If your current thermostat lacks a C-wire, we can usually add an adapter or pull an extra conductor from the air-handler control board.
What kind of energy savings can I expect after upgrading?
The U.S. Department of Energy estimates programmable thermostats save up to $180 per year on average. In Sharps Chapel, where summer humidity drives longer A/C runtimes, our customers typically report 12–18 % savings in cooling season and 8–15 % in heating season when they use smart scheduling and geofencing features.
Do you offer warranties or service plans for installed thermostats?
All new thermostats come with a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty when installed by our certified staff. We also include a one-year labor warranty covering workmanship. To keep your system running flawlessly, you can add our ComfortGuard plan, which provides annual HVAC tune-ups, priority service, and free software/firmware updates for your smart thermostat.