Don’t Make These 3 Mistakes With Your HVAC Thermostat

Your thermostat relays your temperature needs to the HVAC system. Using the device inappropriately results in wear and tear of your HVAC system and uncomfortable indoor temperatures. Let’s discuss three HVAC thermostat mistakes common in Waxhaw, NC, and how to avoid them so that you can save money.

Installing Your Thermostat in The Wrong Location

Installing your thermostat near your kitchen or heat-generating appliances causes it to read different temperatures from the rest of the house. Consequently, it sends signals to the HVAC system to run for a longer time than it should.

Your thermostat should be in a central location in your home where it reads the indoor temperatures accurately. Also, consider installing the device at a height that toddlers cannot access to prevent them from interfering with your settings.

Cranking Down the HVAC Thermostat

Everybody looks forward to coming back to a cool home after spending time in the scorching heat. When you walk into a house with uncomfortably high temperatures, your first instinct may be to crank down the thermostat to lower the temperatures as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, the HVAC system will run for a more extended period rather than cooling your house quickly. Running for a longer period increases your system’s wear and tear, hiking your repair costs. Consider setting your usual temperatures to prevent your HVAC system from overworking.

Using an Outdated HVAC Thermostat

Thermostat technology has evolved significantly over time. Nowadays, there are devices you can control remotely from your phone. They also update you on your energy usage and recommend better ways to use your HVAC system to save energy.

Modern devices even learn your temperature preferences with time and set your preferred temperatures without you having to prompt them. If you are using a manual thermostat, consider upgrading to a smart model.

Contact AirWorks Cooling & Heating, LLC for professional air conditioning services if your thermostat is operating inefficiently. Our team has worked on multiple thermostats over the years, so we have the required expertise to fix your device.

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