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Thermostats

A smart thermostat automatically adjusts your heating and cooling systems to keep you comfortable.

What is a Smart Thermostat?
A thermostat is a device designed to regulate the temperature of a system (typically a room or entire home) to maintain a desired set point. Traditional thermostats require manual adjustment, while smart thermostats allow users to set and adjust the temperature remotely using internet-connected devices. Smart thermostats often come equipped with features like learning capabilities, energy-saving modes, and integration with other smart home systems.
With Seam's API, you can configure the current climate on a thermostat, or program climate settings for a future date.
What Climate Settings are available on a Thermostat?
When using a smart thermostat, you have a range of climate settings at your disposal:
HVAC Mode
This setting governs the operation of your Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system to achieve and maintain your preferred temperature. Notable settings include:
Heat (heat): In this mode, the thermostat activates the heating system when the room temperature drops below the set point.
Cool (cool): Here, the thermostat triggers the cooling system when the room temperature rises above the set point.
Heat-Cool or Auto (heat_cool): This dual-mode allows the thermostat to automatically switch between heating and cooling based on the room's temperature and the set points.
Off (off): This mode turns off the thermostat, halting any active heating or cooling.
Fan Mode
This controls the fan's operation within an HVAC system. Common settings include:
On: The fan continuously operates, ensuring air circulation regardless of the heating or cooling demand.
Auto: The fan activates only when heating or cooling is on, making it a more energy-efficient choice.
Use Cases
Leverage Seam's API for the following applications:
Adjusting Current Settings: Modify the current climate and fan modes based on your immediate needs, whether you're on location or away.
Scheduling Climate Settings for the Future: Plan ahead by setting temperature preferences for future dates and times. For instance, if you have a guest at a rental home, you can schedule the house to warm up just before their arrival.
Next Steps
To learn how to adjust current climate settings on your thermostat, check out our guide here. For guidance on setting up scheduled climate settings for your device, refer to our guide here. Additionally, you can check out our API Reference Guides for Thermostats here.

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