For HVACR contractors, smart thermostats that use AI-enabled controls are changing installation practices, customer expectations, and long-term service opportunities.
As homeowners look to stay comfortable and control costs this winter, a new generation of smart thermostats is stepping up. These devices don’t just manage temperature — they use AI, advanced sensors, and contractor-focused tools to simplify installs, prevent callbacks, and keep systems running efficiently.
Jetson Air integrates seamlessly with existing ductwork, delivering quiet operation and performing reliably in cold climates down to -22°F, a press release from Jetson said.
Commercial heat pumps are no longer just on/off equipment. With AI-driven controls, IoT sensors, and advanced BAS integration, these systems adapt in real time, predict faults, and optimize comfort and efficiency. For HVACR contractors, that means new opportunities — and new demands for digital know-how.
Smart thermostats aren’t new, but contractors are finally putting their full potential to work — diagnosing problems remotely, halting unnecessary truck rolls, and turning the technology into opportunities for recurring revenue.
A smart, connected HVAC system is key to true home comfort. Trane systems are built for flexibility and personalization, allowing dealers to offer customers comfort that fits their lifestyle.