[zcaveman]

Originally Posted by hoseman

Whoever you get to change to a digital thermostat, make sure they show you how the change the batteries...also save the instructions. Keep spare batteries on hand (FYI - mine seem to last about two years). Digital is the way to go once you get the hang of it.

I change the batteries in my thermostat once a year when I change the batteries in my smoke alarms. It is only thre AAs. Makes life easier.

I do it on the change clock weekend.