Home Thermostats Don’t Last Forever
It is not uncommon for a broken thermostat to cause temperature problems in a home. Many times, we blame the HVAC unit, but every homeowner should consider the hidden issues of a thermostat, too.
This technology is ultimately the brain and communicator of an HVAC system. When it’s not working properly, it can lead to a whole host of issues. Homeowners can be aware of these issues and initiate a new thermostat installation to improve efficiency.
Rising Energy Bills Might Be the Thermostat
Homeowners quickly get tired of rising energy bills. Many things can cause a rising bill, so it’s important to check all the options and protect the bank account in the process.
An increasing energy bill may be the fault of a broken thermostat or at least one that isn’t working well. Here are a few examples of how the smart thermostat can affect an energy bill:
- Misread the indoor temperature and trigger the system to run when it shouldn’t
- Failure to turn off or on when the desired temperature would indicate to do so
- Cause the system to short cycle because of reading failures or miscommunications
The thermostat could be affected by a dead or low battery, but it can also have other problems. One thing is clear, though: If the thermostat malfunctions, the system will work harder, increasing the home's energy bill.
Incorrect Temperatures are a Sure Red Flag
When the HVAC seems to be kicking on but isn’t, check the temperature to see if it matches the thermostat. A broken thermostat may not read the room’s temperature correctly and, therefore, will not trigger the unit to turn on at the right times.
This is frustrating when the people in the home just want to be comfortable, but it’s also very inefficient for effective heating and cooling. Because of the inaccurate temperature, a system might overheat or underheat.
Try spot-checking the temperature from time to time to test the thermostat. If the numbers are close, it may not be an issue. However, if there is a clear difference, there is likely a thermostat problem. Simple recalibration may resolve the problem, but a new thermostat installation may be necessary.
Short Cycling Means the Thermostat is Failing
Short cycling is a common problem with a broken thermostat. It often stems from a communication error or a reading error with the smart thermostat. The home’s thermostat is malfunctioning in some way, causing incorrect signals to be sent to the unit. It leads to frequent shutting off or turning on rather than full and efficient cycles.
Short cycling can be very hard on a unit, so don’t ignore this problem. It will cause the system to be inefficient, but it will also reduce the lifespan of the HVAC unit as well.
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