Are you struggling to maintain the right temperatures in your West End, NC, home? The problem might be a faulty thermostat. Look for these four warning signs that suggest you need to replace your thermostat.
1. When the Temperatures Are Incorrect
If you set your thermostat to 75 degrees Fahrenheit, but your home feels too cold or too hot, way beyond the set temperatures, then you might have a faulty control. However, before you come to this conclusion, you should check to see that your thermostat isn’t installed in a place that causes inaccurate readings. For example, if your control is installed where it directly faces the sun, in the laundry room or in the kitchen, then the readings will be inaccurate.
2. If Your System Short Cycles
If your HVAC system constantly turns on and off while prematurely heating or cooling your home, then the thermostat could be faulty and need replacement. Short cycling occurs because the control is poorly reading the room’s temperatures. This could even cause further damage to your HVAC system and also lead to higher energy bills.
3. When There Is No Heating or Cooling
If your HVAC system is still in good condition, but it’s not heating or cooling your room even after you’ve turned it on, then something may be wrong with your thermostat. If your control is not registering the temperature correctly or communicating with the HVAC system, then it will not tell it to turn on when it needs to.
4. Incorrect Unit Display
When the display is showing wrong readings or is totally blank, you should if the battery has run out. If it’s not the battery, call your HVAC technician, and they will check the wiring. If it’s not the wiring, then you likely need to replace your thermostat.
A broken thermostat can add wear and tear to your system and create an uncomfortable environment. If you live in West End, NC, and surrounding areas, call Sandhills Heating, Refrigeration & Electrical to replace your thermostat.
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