Your HVAC system in Delray Beach, FL, can’t work properly without a good thermostat. That’s why you need to learn all you can about correct usage. Here are three mistakes to avoid when dealing with your thermostat:

Inefficient Placement

Installing your thermostat in a bad spot can have a major effect on how it functions because some locations can lead to inaccurate temperature readings. Consider placement carefully when installing a thermostat.

For example, a thermostat near a window can get direct sunlight exposure along with heat that can cause high temperature readings. A thermostat that’s too close to a vent can have readings that are too high or too low.

When installing your new thermostat, our service technician will choose the best location. In most cases, it’s on an interior wall away from windows or HVAC vents.

Adjusting the Temperature Too Often

It’s not always easy to get the perfect temperature. You turn up the heat because you’re too cold, but then you feel too hot and turn the heat down again. It’s best to avoid changing the setting too often.

You’re putting wear and tear on the thermostat each time you adjust its settings. That means you’re shortening its life span and making repairs more likely. Messing with the settings can also cause the HVAC system to run longer and increase your energy bills.

Try to find alternatives. For example, if you’re cold, put on a sweater. If you’re hot, wear something lighter, like a T-shirt.

Using On Mode Instead of Auto

You can set your thermostat fan to On or Auto. Choosing On might seem like a good idea, but it’s not.

When you choose On, the thermostat’s circulating fan will run all the time. With Auto, the fan runs only during a cooling or heating cycle. That’s preferable because it uses less energy.

Do your best to avoid making any of the thermostat mistakes above. Call Temperature Control Solutions if you have questions about your heating or air conditioning system.

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