SkyController
Quick quiz: How much thought do you give your home thermostat? Do you realize this powerful device can save you hundreds of dollars every year while keeping you comfortable?
For homeowners in the Birmingham, Decatur, and Huntsville areas, managing indoor comfort efficiently is crucial. The old, standard thermostat is no longer sufficient to meet the demands of modern living and the varying weather conditions in Alabama.
It’s time to move beyond the simple flip switch and embrace the power of a smarter system. Our team at Skyward Heating, Air & Plumbing wants to introduce the SkyController to our customers!
Why You Need a Smart Thermostat Now
How many times have you paid to warm an empty house all day because you forgot to turn down the heat before leaving for work?
Or, imagine returning home from a weekend trip to a freezing house, waiting hours for it to finally warm up.
A smart thermostat eliminates these costly situations. Your SkyController is a Wi-Fi-enabled, intelligent climate control center that learns, adapts, and responds to your life. It ensures your home is perfectly comfortable when you’re in it and automatically saves energy when you’re not.
The SkyController Thermostat Exclusively From Skyward
This page is designed to provide you with the expertise you need to understand the significant advantages a smart thermostat offers. More specifically, we will introduce you to our exclusive proprietary system: The SkyController Smart Thermostat.
At Skyward, we developed SkyController for our valued customers because we understand the difference a top-tier thermostat can make in terms of saving money and maintaining perfect comfort. SkyController goes beyond a standard smart thermostat—designed for maximum efficiency and total control, it's also locally-monitored.
10 Ways SkyController Works Smarter for You
SkyController is a powerful tool, offering precise control, convenience, and genuine opportunities to lower energy costs. To unlock its full potential, here are the top benefits and strategic tips our licensed HVAC experts recommend for homeowners across the Decatur Metropolitan Area and the Huntsville Metropolitan Area.
1. Master Your Schedule for Up to 10% Savings
Programming your thermostat is the simplest way to save energy. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends setting your thermostat to around 68°F when you’re home and awake, and lowering it by 7-10 degrees while you’re asleep or away. The SkyController makes this effortless with intuitive smart climate control scheduling:
- Lower the temperature overnight and during work hours.
- Warm the house up about 30 minutes before you wake or return home.
These small, automatic adjustments can save up to 10% a year on heating costs—without sacrificing comfort.
2. Automate Savings With “Away” & “Eco” Modes
SkyController features built-in “Away" or “Eco” modes, designed to automatically reduce energy consumption when your Birmingham home is vacant. If the integrated motion sensors detect that the house is empty, the system lowers the heat accordingly, preventing you from paying to warm an empty space.
3. Allow the Thermostat to Learn Your Perfect Comfort
SkyController uses learned intelligence—sophisticated algorithms that track your manual adjustments and seasonal preferences over time. It stores this data and eventually begins to anticipate your comfort needs, automatically optimizing your heating and cooling schedule for a more efficient balance between comfort and savings.
4. Utilize Room Sensors to Eliminate Hot and Cold Spots
If your home has rooms that feel too warm or too cold, SkyController can integrate with wireless temperature sensors. These sensors communicate with your central HVAC unit to balance temperatures across different zones, ensuring that every room, from the attic to the basement, stays comfortable without overworking your HVAC system.
5. Benefit From Geofencing: Savings Start When You Leave
Geofencing is one of SkyController’s most powerful efficiency features. It tracks your smartphone’s location, automatically adjusting the temperature when you leave a defined radius (using the "Away" mode) and beginning to pre-heat or pre-cool your home as you approach. You get mobile app control and the convenience of always coming home to a perfect temperature.
6. Review Energy Reports for Data-Driven Savings
SkyController provides data-driven savings through detailed energy reports. These reports show when your system runs, how long it operates, and what factors influence its performance. Review these insights regularly to understand your energy habits and develop a strategy to effectively reduce utility costs in the Birmingham, AL, area.
7. Adaptive Start and Weather Adjustment Saves Time and Energy
SkyController can “learn” how long it takes for your HVAC system to reach the desired temperature. This adaptive start feature ensures your home reaches 68°F at 6 a.m. without starting too early and wasting energy. Similarly, it uses local weather data to automatically fine-tune heating settings for maximum efficiency.
8. Enjoy Live Monitoring and Performance Testing
SkyController offers virtual performance testing and live monitoring. It is constantly checking your HVAC system’s health, ensuring it runs optimally and efficiently. This proactive feature alerts you to potential maintenance issues before they become costly breakdowns, giving you peace of mind.
9. Integrate With Your Smart Home for Voice Control
SkyController is built to be a central part of your smart home. Syncing it with a smart speaker or home assistant allows you to adjust temperatures with simple voice commands, providing ultimate convenience.
10. Exclusive Support and Proactive HVAC Health
As an exclusive Skyward product, you receive a direct line for assistance with any questions or support you may need for your SkyController. Furthermore, the thermostat works best with a healthy HVAC system.
Before the changing of the season arrives, make sure you have a professional heating or cooling tune-up—Skyward can handle that too, all backed by our Gold Wrench Guarantee for reliable service.
Skyward: Your Smart Thermostat Experts
Even the smartest technology needs expert care. Skyward is proud to offer professional service for all things smart thermostat. We’re a family-owned company with over 75 years of combined experience and a commitment to the Huntsville/Decatur metro areas.
Smart Thermostat Repairs
We repair all brands! Common smart thermostat problems we fix include:
- Connectivity issues (Wi-Fi dropouts).
- Sensor malfunctions or calibration problems.
- Wiring and power issues (system won’t turn on).
- Inaccurate temperature readings.
Smart Thermostat Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between SkyController and a regular programmable thermostat?
A programmable thermostat relies on a fixed, time-based schedule, meaning it runs whether you are home or not. SkyController is smart and connected to Wi-Fi. It uses geofencing and learned intelligence to dynamically adjust based on your real-time location and habits. This ensures you only pay to heat/cool your home when someone is actually there, leading to greater savings and hands-free convenience. SkyController is also locally-monitored.
Q: Is the SkyController Smart Thermostat compatible with my existing HVAC system?
The SkyController is designed to be compatible with most standard residential HVAC systems, including conventional furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps. We will perform a thorough check during your consultation to ensure full compatibility before installation.
Q: How long does a professional SkyController installation take?
In most homes with existing standard wiring, the installation, setup, and tutorial typically take about 30 to 60 minutes. This includes testing all features, connecting the unit to your Wi-Fi, and setting up the mobile app on your devices.
Get Smart With Your Home Comfort
When you call Skyward Heating, Air & Plumbing, you get our Gold Wrench Guarantee—our promise of expertise, reliable service, and commitment to your satisfaction on every job, whether it’s installing a new SkyController or repairing your existing system. Ready to take control of your comfort and energy bills? Would you like to schedule an installation or service appointment for the SkyController Smart Thermostat in your Birmingham, Decatur, or Huntsville home? Call us today at 256-203-6223 or request service online.