The thermostat controls how your house gets heated or cooled. While the device is common in most homes, studies by heating contractors show that up to 60% of homeowners make thermostat mistakes. Here are the common thermostat mistakes and how to rectify them:
Turning the thermostat up solely because it’s cold outside
This is a mistake done by over 50% of homeowners. When most of them are from outside, they feel that the temperatures are too low and should be increased. If you are one of the homeowners fond of making this mistake you should realize that the thermostat is designed to control the temperature inside the house—not outside.
By turning the thermostat up, the house will get too hot resorting to energy wastage. Even if it’s hot outside, you should leave the thermostat to work on its own.
Cranking up the thermostat to heat the house fast
When you get into a cold house you want it to get hot as soon as possible. HVAC contractors have shown that 35% of homeowners are guilty of cranking up their thermostats in order to heat their houses fast.
You should note that the thermostat doesn’t operate like the car accelerator. All the thermostat does is set the maximum and minimum temperatures and the heating system does the heating part.
When you get into the house you should set your desired temperature and the system will slowly heat the house until it reaches its maximum.
Not inspecting the thermostat
Just because your home heating system has been working effectively for years it doesn’t mean that it’s in perfect form. Despite most homeowners being aware that they should hire a home heating repair professional at least once a year to undertake regular inspection, studies have shown that only 1% of them do it.
The rest contact a repair professional only when their thermostat or heating system isn’t working.
To avoid surprises, make it a habit of asking a professional to inspect your once every year. The professional will not only inspect the system, he/she will also fix minor areas to prevent the system from developing major problems in the future. After all, preventing is better than cure.
Conclusion
These are a few of the thermostat mistakes that you need to avoid making for your thermostat to work effectively and save energy. When hiring an inspection professional ensure that he/she comes from a reputable HVAC company.
