Smart thermostats offer automated heating control

Programmable and smart thermostats offer a way to automate room temperatures according to daily routines, providing convenience and potential energy savings. In rental apartments where central heating controls are inaccessible, these devices allow users to manage individual radiators by opening or closing valves based on motorized mechanisms and pre-set time profiles.

While these devices can prevent unnecessary heating during unoccupied hours, they do not generate additional heat or fix underlying technical issues such as air in the system, faulty valves, or poor hydraulic balancing. Effective use relies on well-coordinated weekly programs rather than excessive temperature changes.

Smart heating solutions, such as those from Homematic IP, allow for easy retrofitting onto existing radiators. Through dedicated applications, users can establish individual heating profiles with up to 13 temperature changes per day, automating tasks like lowering heat when leaving the house or raising it before returning.