The ideal temperature will depend on the season, time of day, and whether youre home or away.

Check with your guests to see how theyre feeling andadjust your thermostat accordingly.

Just beware of too many temperature adjustments as this can affect theefficiency of your heating or cooling unit.

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When summer temperatures hit, guests will probably want to take a reprieve from the heat indoors.

That means ensuring your house stays at a comfortable temperature, while also considering warm-weather wardrobes.

After all, adjusting your thermostat for the afternoon isnt going to bust your energy bill for the month.

when guests are visiting or staying over).

Change your thermostat options for the daytime and nighttime.

Your thermostat should be adjusted based on whether you and your guests are awake or sleeping.

The same can be said of the winter months.