A thermostat that isn’t able to match the temperature you set can make your home uncomfortable and difficult to get a handle on using energy more efficiently. We understand how frustrating it can be when your heating system has trouble keeping the temperature matched up with the thermostat. Here are five common thermostat problems that can affect indoor comfort and HVAC performance.
Power Interruptions
One of the most common issues with thermostats is an interruption with the power source. This can cause certain parts of the entire thermostat to shut off completely which will cause it to stop sending signals to your HVAC system resulting in a heating or cooling failure.
Power interruptions can stem from blown fuses or transformer issues in hardwired systems. Regular battery replacement can prevent power loss in battery powered systems.
Incorrect Placement
Making sure your thermostat is placed correctly is a key component in your HVAC system’s ability to maintain consistent temperatures. The thermostat can produce false readings if it’s placed too close to direct sunlight, heat sources, or drafts.
Inaccuracies like the ones listed above can cause the thermostat to incorrectly measure the temperature of your home and the heating system to work more or less than it needs to.
Wiring Problems
Faulty wiring can severely interrupt signals between the thermostat and heating/cooling systems. These problems often result in system failure, short cycles, or erratic operations.
You can often tell that a system has wiring problems if it is slow to respond to temperature changes or turns on and off unexpectedly. Certified HVAC technicians can identify the faulty connections and secure loose thermostat wires to ensure your thermostat is reliably configured.
Calibration Drift
After enough time, thermostat sensors can wear down and lose accuracy due to electrical interference, old components, etc. which is called calibration drift. A thermostat can think a room is warmer or cooler than it actually is when this occurs, leading to cycling issues and uncomfortable temperatures. The best way to resolve a calibration drift issue is to call a qualified technician to recalibrate it or replace it with a modern solution.
Smart Thermostat Wifi Issue
Wifi thermostats give homeowners control over temperature and heating system cycles like never before but they are prone to connectivity issues. Wifi connectivity problems, software updates, and account syncing issues have the potential to disrupt remote access for a wifi thermostat so it’s important to make sure these systems are secure when the thermostat is first installed. Software will need to be updated from time to time so it’s important to get regular heating systems tune-ups to ensure your wifi thermostat is working properly.
Get Professional HVAC Service from Supreme Energy
Thermostat problems have the potential to affect your entire HVAC system’s efficiency and performance so it’s important to get them taken care of as quickly as possible. Supreme Energy provides expert service to replace, and upgrade thermostats in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Plymouth counties in MA.
