{"id":635,"date":"2022-07-18T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tripleotoday.com\/blog\/?p=635"},"modified":"2022-11-17T15:33:12","modified_gmt":"2022-11-17T20:33:12","slug":"does-my-ac-thermostat-need-to-be-replaced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripleotoday.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/does-my-ac-thermostat-need-to-be-replaced\/","title":{"rendered":"Does My AC Thermostat Need To Be Replaced?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The thermostat doesn\u2019t receive as much attention as it deserves as part of a home\u2019s HVAC system. After all, it doesn\u2019t feel<\/em> like it\u2019s connected to the bigger machinery of the air conditioner such as the blower, the heater, and the ductwork. But the thermostat is the control panel for a comfort system, the \u201cbrains\u201d of the heating and cooling. Like any part of the HVAC system, a thermostat can wear down and become obsolete, leading to poorer performance from the rest of the system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A thermostat will eventually need a replacement. How can you tell when your thermostat is ready for an upgrade?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Temperature Changing Issues<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One way to tell that you\u2019ve got a thermostat beginning to fail at its job is when trying to set it becomes a hassle. You find a comfortable temperature, but then find you have to keep coming back to adjust the thermostat because the house is getting too warm or too cold. Constant fiddling with thermostat settings shouldn\u2019t occur\u2014these control panels are designed to maintain consistent temperatures. If the problem isn\u2019t with the rest of the HVAC system, then you should look into upgrading the thermostat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connection Issues<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An aging thermostat can start to lose its connection to the HVAC system. The standard thermostat has a series of different connections to handle separate tasks: turning the blower on and off, turning the heater on and off, starting and ending the cooling cycle with the compressor. If you notice that the blower, heater, or AC is running nonstop or won\u2019t come on, the problem may stem from a dying thermostat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Short Cycling<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a common problem that can afflict air conditioners and heat pumps, although it also happens in furnaces. It\u2019s when the HVAC system shuts down before completing a full cooling\/heating cycle. One of the possible causes is a faulty thermostat that\u2019s picking up the wrong temperature indoors and causing the HVAC system to shut down early. Short cycling drains immense amounts of power and puts extra strain on the HVAC system. The sooner you have this addressed, the better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Want to Take Advantage of New Technology<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We recommend replacing your thermostat\u2014even if it\u2019s outwardly working fine\u2014if it\u2019s an old manual model that uses dials and sliders. Manual thermostats lack the precision of digital programmable thermostats, and they don\u2019t allow you to set schedules that help to reduce energy use. More advanced modern thermostats allow you to control the climate in your house through an app on your phone, and \u201csmart\u201d technology allows the thermostat to do most of the work finding the best programming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you call for thermostat service in Rochester, NY<\/a> over what appears to be a faulty thermostat, we recommend checking on the batteries for the unit. If the thermostat isn\u2019t hard-wired, it may need new batteries. If this doesn\u2019t solve the problem, reach out to us. We can find out if the thermostat is causing the problem and make recommendations about the best upgrade for you. We offer many models of thermostats with advanced technology like Wi-Fi and smart features. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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