A functional thermostat and HVAC system allow your family to be comfortable during any season. Contacting a heating service when your home’s HVAC system isn’t working properly leads to timely diagnoses and repairs. Mainstream Heating and Cooling will check your thermostat to determine whether it’s the cause of larger issues. Here are a few ways we optimize your home’s thermostat:
Confirm the Thermostat Is Installed Correctly
Faulty wires and disconnected batteries can affect the thermostat’s ability to control the heating and cooling system. Contact a heating service for a full assessment of your thermostat. These professionals may adjust or replace the thermostat if it is damaged or outdated. One of our heating and cooling professionals will perform a final test after reconnecting the thermostat to make sure it will keep your home at the correct temperature.
Calibrate the Thermostat
If the thermostat isn’t helping your home maintain an ideal temperature, it may be time for a recalibration service. Heating professionals will place a thermometer at the same location as your thermostat and check the temperature on both readers. Waiting half an hour and checking again proves whether the temperature readings are different. If there is a significant difference in the results, your thermostat will need to be recalibrated. One of our professionals will readjust its settings and test again with a thermometer to make sure the readings align.
Upgrade to a Smart Thermostat
Upgrading to a smart thermostat allows you to control the heating and cooling in your home from a smartphone. You can turn down the temperature while you’re away or readjust it quickly if the weather changes. We have two smart thermostats to choose from. Both have touch screens and offer features like weather apps, heating schedules, and humidity readings. Thermostat models like the Trane 950 display indoor air quality, live weather contacts, and other insights.
Add Zones to Your Heating System
If you have multiple stories or rooms that stay warmer or cooler than others, you can add zones to the thermostat so it controls each space separately. This helps your home stay more energy efficient by preventing the HVAC system from overworking in certain parts of the house. You can also add schedules to your thermostat throughout the day. During winter, set it so your home is cooler at night and warmer during the day. If you live in a more temperate climate, set your system to turn off or raise the temperature at night so you can open the windows and let in a breeze.
Stay Current on Maintenance
Keeping your thermostat updated and scheduling regular maintenance can help it perform optimally for longer. These actions also protect your HVAC system from consuming more energy than necessary. Regular thermostat maintenance services include calibrating, checking batteries and other connections, and updating the software.
Find Heating Services for Your Home
If you’re purchasing a new thermostat or need to have your old one serviced, contact Mainstream Heating and Cooling. We will send a professional to your home to make sure your thermostat is installed properly and working correctly. We can also upgrade your HVAC system to a smart thermostat to give you more control over your home’s temperature. Contact us today to schedule an installation, repair, or maintenance service.