Preventing Thermostat Troubles
Unlike heating and cooling issues, it can be hard to detect when something is wrong with your thermostat, and many homeowners often mistake thermostat troubles for HVAC or furnace troubles.
Not only is your thermostat responsible for turning your systems on and off, but also it plays a role in the performance of your system as well.
This article explains what a thermostat is, how to fix issues, and how to take care of your heating and air conditioning system to prevent problems.
What the Thermostat Does
The thermostat is a part of your HVAC system that checks the air in your house at regular intervals to make sure the air is staying at the desired temperature. This temperature is set by you when programming the thermostat. Thermostats are usually programmed so that when the set temperature is different from the temperature in the house, a signal is sent to the HVAC system to either turn on the air conditioning or turn on the heat.
Once the target temperature is reached, the thermostat will keep the heating or cooling going at a steady pace to ensure the temperature. Some thermostats are programmable thermostats, also called smart thermostats. These can detect the temperature and adjust it to a temperature that would be suitable for the season
To install a thermostat, you need to turn off your HVAC system and remove your current thermostat. Once removed, you take the wires from behind the thermostat and label them based on their locations to the screw terminals and then disconnect them from the old thermostat. Attach the wires to the new thermostat at the screw locations and then mount the new thermostat on the wall.
Fixing a Thermostat
Very small things can cause a thermostat to not run correctly, which then impacts the heating and cooling in your house. Dirt inside the thermostat can cause it to send wrong signals to the HVAC system.
The thermostat might not work right if it is not level on the wall. The thermostat might also be acting funny if the anticipator inside isn’t calibrated possibly.
One method to fix your thermostat is to take it apart and clean it to get rid of dust particles. For an electric thermostat, the solution might be as simple as putting in new batteries. It is also a good idea to check the wires and their connections to make sure nothing has gone wrong with them.
HVAC Maintenance Can Help
The best way to avoid a broken thermostat is to take care of and maintain your HVAC system before any problems occur.It is good to start with regularly inspecting your HVAC unit and your thermostat to make sure nothing has gone wrong.
For mechanical thermostats, clean them often so the thermostat can keep sending a clear signal. For electrical thermostats, change the batteries often.
If you have a mechanical thermostat that needs to be programmed every day, consider switching to a programmable thermostat so it doesn’t require as much of your attention. You can also get a professional to come check your HVAC system at set intervals of time. During these maintenance visits, they can fix any small issues that need addressing.
Contact a Local Expert
Charles Krull & Sons, Inc. Plumbing & Heating, has been a family run business for over a century. Whether it’s maintenance work, repairs, or new installations, they aim at providing top-notch services that get done what you need to get done. Contact them today for help with your thermostat.
