Heat Meter Pro FAQs

Clear answers for landlords—from deciding to buy, to install, to tenant rollout.

Pre-Sale FAQs

It lets landlords who include heat in rent allocate costs fairly, recover expenses, and spot wasteful behavior across units.

  • Fair, transparent cost allocation
  • Data to address waste (e.g., open windows, overheating)

Each Heat Meter Pro supports up to 8 zones/apartments. Add more devices in increments of 8 as needed.

Designed for 24VAC zone relay controllers (common in multi-unit buildings). If unsure, check your relay/control box or ask a contractor.

Yes—Wi-Fi is required. Data usage is minimal. A basic plan or a cellular hotspot is sufficient.

Yes—each device has a software subscription covering secure storage, reporting, and updates.

  • Many landlords recover most or all of annual heat spend in the first season.
  • Use our calculator to model your exact savings.

Questions? 📧 support@landlord-tools.com

Installation FAQs

Not necessarily. Most landlords/maintenance staff can install in under 60 minutes. Turn off power and follow the guide; hire a contractor if unsure.

Works with 24VAC zone relay controllers using standard two-wire thermostat connections. Not for high-voltage/non-24VAC systems.

Within a few feet of the zone relay controller (where all thermostats land). Use tape for smooth surfaces, the bracket for rough wood.

Yes—connect to Wi-Fi for accurate reporting. Data usage is minimal.

  • Small screwdriver for thermostat terminals
  • Optional drill (bracket mounting)
  • Phone/laptop for Wi-Fi setup

  • LED turns green after Wi-Fi setup (connected/reporting)
  • Blue flashes indicate data transmission
  • Run a quick test: raise one thermostat; verify the matching pump and dashboard update

Wi-Fi issues? Hold the side reset button ~5 seconds to re-enter setup.

Tenant Conversion – Landlord FAQs

“Heat Meter Pro fairly tracks each unit’s heating use so everyone pays their share—no one subsidizes a neighbor.”

Focus on fairness and cost control, not extra charges.

No. Tenants use their existing thermostats; monitoring is passive and doesn’t change operation.

Usage data pinpoints unusual consumption so you can address it with the tenant.

Transparent reports reduce disputes and encourage responsible use.

Some landlords add an addendum describing fair usage tracking and cost allocation.

Check your local rules; many states allow cost recovery but prohibit profit.

  • Fairness—no one pays for a neighbor’s overuse
  • Lower total building costs through reduced waste
  • Simple: no apps, no new thermostats
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