In many homes and offices, heating systems are still operated manually or run on outdated schedules. This results in energy waste, inconsistent comfort, and poor adaptability to daily routines. Retrofitting your heating system with a smart thermostat is a simple and cost-effective way to bring modern comfort and control into your space.
What Is a Thermostat Retrofit?
A thermostat retrofit involves replacing an existing manual or basic digital thermostat with a programmable or smart model. You don’t need to change your heating source or piping—just the controller. This makes retrofitting ideal for homes with PE-Xa underfloor heating, electric heating cables, or wall-mounted boilers.
Common Issues in Traditional Heating Systems
- Fixed operation times: Heating runs even when no one is home.
- Manual control: Users must adjust temperature manually.
- No zoning: All rooms are heated the same, regardless of occupancy.
- Poor temperature precision: Outdated thermostats often overshoot setpoints.
These problems not only reduce comfort but increase electricity or gas bills.
What Makes a Smart Thermostat Smart?
✅ Programmable Scheduling
Set different temperatures for morning, work hours, evening, or weekends. Your system adjusts automatically.
✅ Zoning Capabilities
Control temperatures in each room independently. Ideal for families or shared spaces.
✅ Accurate Sensing + PID Algorithm
Maintain stable temperatures with precise adjustments. No more sudden temperature swings.
✅ Remote Access
Use Wi-Fi-enabled models to control settings from your phone or smart home platform.
Menred RT Series: Smart Thermostat Options for Retrofit
Menred offers a variety of thermostats designed for both electric and water-based heating systems:
- RT51: Suitable for electric heating. Supports 16A current, LCD display, programmable schedules.
- RT52: Wi-Fi enabled. Control via mobile app, Alexa, or Google Home.
- RT33: Ideal for hydronic systems. Supports two-wire and three-wire connections.
All models are designed for easy installation and wide compatibility. Replace your old thermostat without modifying your entire system.
How to Retrofit Your Thermostat
- Identify your heating system type (electric or hydronic).
- Choose the right Menred thermostat model (RT51/RT52 for electric, RT33 for hydronic).
- Remove your existing thermostat.
- Connect the wires to the new thermostat according to the manual.
- Power on, configure schedules, and pair with mobile app if desired.
Installation typically takes less than 30 minutes for a professional.
Conclusion: Small Upgrade, Big Results
Upgrading to a smart thermostat doesn’t require changing your entire heating system. With the Menred RT series, you can achieve better comfort, lower energy costs, and intelligent control in just one step.
Make your heating smarter—start with your thermostat.
