A thermostat may seem like a simple add-on to your HVAC system, but this is not the case. Your thermostat is a crucial component that helps to regulate, monitor, and optimize your HVAC system. It maintains the desired temperature in your home to help ensure your HVAC’s energy is used efficiently and reduce waste when maintaining your comfort.
Can Your Thermostat Save You Money?
Yes! Without a thermostat, you’re left turning off and on your HVAC yourself. Not only is this a hassle, it’s inefficient electrically. You can save up to 10% per year on your HVAC costs by turning your thermostat back 7 to 10 degrees for eight hours a day from its typical setting. Your thermostat monitors the temperature in your home and knows exactly when to turn your HVAC system on and off to help keep your home comfortable. Without a thermostat, you’re left to your own devices and can easily overshoot or undershoot your desired temperature, both of which will cost you more money in the long run as they put a strain on the system.
Does Your Thermostat Need An Upgrade?
A smart thermostat can save you even more money. They optimize your HVAC systems operation with things like:
- Adaptive learning: A smart thermostat can learn your preferences and daily routines to automatically adjust the temperature and save energy without sacrificing your comfort.
- Energy-efficient scheduling: A smart thermostat allows you to schedule your heating or cooling in a way that matches your lifestyle. It can help you save money and prevent energy waste by reducing your heating and cooling when you’re sleeping or not at home.
- Energy reports: A smart thermostat provides a detailed energy use report to help you understand how much energy you consume and ways you can save.
- Remote access: A smart thermostat allows you to control the temperature in your home from anywhere via a smartphone app.
- Zoning capabilities: A smart thermostat allows you to control multiple zones within your home, ensuring your HVAC works only in the areas you want.
Keep Your Thermostat Running Smoothly
Like any appliance in your home, there are a few simple things that you can do to help maintain your thermostat’s energy efficiency and extend its lifespan, including:
- Keep your thermostat clean: To clean your thermostat, simply remove the cover and use a soft brush to clean the area between the contact points. You can also run a piece of paper between the contacts to dislodge debris caught in the crevices and clean difficult-to-reach areas using compressed air.
- Calibrate your thermostat: To calibrate your thermostat, gather a reliable thermometer, a small screwdriver, and your thermostat’s manual. Then position your thermometer near your thermostat but away from direct sunlight or drafts. Allow 15 to 30 minutes to adjust and check the difference between the two readings. Depending on the model of your thermostat, it may have a calibration screw or buttons that will allow you to adjust the displayed temperature to match your thermometer’s reading.
- Schedule yearly maintenance: These things can also be checked during your thermostat’s yearly maintenance. By maintaining your thermostat yearly, you maintain its energy efficiency, accuracy, and extend its lifespan.
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Depend On Masters for Thermostat Services
Masters gets there faster. When you need help with your thermostat, you can call our licensed and insured, NATE-certified HVAC technicians. We’re Carrier Customer Specialists but have experience servicing all brands. We offer free estimates on replacement quotes and keep our pricing upfront and financing options available to ensure you’re getting the best price possible. We background check our technicians because we want to be sure the best people are walking into your home. We’re proud to offer military, senior, and veteran discounts.
Looking to add the benefits of a smart thermostat to your home? Contact Masters Heating & Cooling today!
