Thermostat Issues We Can Help With!

The thermostat is a key component when you’re looking to improve your home’s comfort, lower the utility bills’ cost, and get the most value out of the heating and cooling system. Improper use of the thermostat can result in energy waste, added stress on the HVAC system, and greater expense.

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Here at Aqua Plumbing & Air, we make it our mission to optimize the performance of all types of makes and heating and cooling equipment models for home and business owners across Manatee, Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, Parrish, South Venice, Palmetto, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat Key, Siesta Key, and Ellenton, FL. Give us a call at 941-306-3715 to find out about ENERGY STAR-rated options, schedule skilled services, and get some helpful tips. We’ve put together four common and costly thermostat mistakes.

• No programmable thermostat: Updating a manual thermostat to a programmable option provides lots of benefits. You don’t need to remember to make adjustments before leaving the house. You don’t come home to overheated or chilly conditions. The thermostat automatically caters to your schedule to maximize comfort and efficiency, cutting costs and reducing the workload of the HVAC system.
• Failing to properly program thermostats: For peak energy efficiency, it’s essential to set the thermostat to higher/lower temperatures during daytime hours when the home is unoccupied. Set the heat lower during colder weather and cooling higher during warmer weather. Don’t forget programming for weekends as well. Try one-degree adjustments when you’re at home to determine the ideal temperature and avoid overheating and overcooling.
• Adjusting the temperature up or down to rapidly heat or cool: The thermostat doesn’t control how quickly the HVAC system can heat or cool the home. If the living environment feels chilly, a big adjustment in the thermostat raises the temperature setting higher but won’t heat the home any faster.
• Neglecting thermostat maintenance: Just like the heating and cooling system, the thermostat requires upkeep to operate effectively. After a power failure, check to be sure the thermostat still functions. Replace batteries after an outage and at least once per year. The thermostat should be located where it is not exposed to direct sunlight, drafts, overhead vents, or blocked by furniture or curtains.