{"id":1052,"date":"2023-08-14T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dublin.premierishere.com\/blog\/?p=1052"},"modified":"2025-06-18T09:14:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T13:14:16","slug":"5-common-thermostat-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/5-common-thermostat-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Common Thermostat Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When something\u2019s amiss with the temperature in your home, most homeowners assume that something is wrong with their HVAC system. However, there are certain things that can go wrong that can be attributed to the system\u2019s thermostat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The thermostat is like the \u201cbrain\u201d of your HVAC system, controlling the whole system. So it makes sense that when things go awry, the brain behind the system could be the cause. Even if you have a \u201csmart\u201d thermostat, sometimes things go wrong that cause them to be not-so-smart. To better understand the benefits and limitations of this technology, check out why installing a smart thermostat is a smart idea<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s take a look at 5 things that can go wrong with your HVAC system\u2019s thermostat and what that problem would look like in your home. That way, you can call us for thermostat repair in Dublin, GA<\/a> when something\u2019s up. If you\u2019re looking to reduce energy bills in the cooler months, these thermostat tips for an energy-saving winter<\/a> are essential reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Your Thermostat Isn\u2019t Hitting the Target Temperature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thermostats use temperature sensors to tell the HVAC system when to turn on and off. Eventually, dust and dirt will make their way into your thermostat\u2019s housing and wreak havoc by blocking those sensors. A gentle cleaning is a DIY remedy that should alleviate the problem. If this doesn\u2019t help, the sensors could be damaged which will require help from a professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HVAC Running Constantly? Your Thermostat Might Be to Blame<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your thermostat should be able to tell your AC to turn off when it reaches the set temperature. If it feels plenty cool in your home and the AC keeps running, it\u2019s likely that the thermostat isn\u2019t able to notify the system to turn off. Try checking the actual temperature of your home and comparing it with the set temperature. If there\u2019s a discrepancy, you probably need to replace the thermostat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incorrect Thermostat Placement: How It Impacts Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To correctly and accurately gauge the ambient temperature, a thermostat must be positioned correctly in the home when it\u2019s installed. To ensure an accurate reading, don\u2019t DIY install a new thermostat\u2014even something this \u201csimple\u201d must be left to the pros. They\u2019ll know not to install it near sources of heat or cold such as the kitchen or a light-filled window and ensure its correct placement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Troubleshooting a Thermostat That Won\u2019t Turn On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Today\u2019s smart and Wi-Fi thermostats are hardwired to your home\u2019s electrical system. However, older thermostats still use batteries for power. If your battery-powered thermostat won\u2019t turn on, try changing the batteries. If that doesn\u2019t resolve the issue, or if your thermostat settings seem off, it may be time to schedule a professional thermostat repair service<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If that doesn\u2019t work, make sure that the thermostat is set to the correct mode. If you want to turn on the AC and the thermostat is set to heat, it\u2019s obviously not going to turn on. Mistakes happen and someone in your household might\u2019ve inadvertently switched the settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Risks of DIY Thermostat Installation and Better Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We realize it\u2019s the YouTube age and DIY tutorials are all the rage. However, unless you\u2019re familiar with working with electricity and wiring, thermostat installation is best left to the professionals. A single misstep in the installation process can cause that amazing new smart thermostat you purchased and installed yourself to not work at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When your home\u2019s thermostat needs a repair service, contact the team known for its unparalleled service. That\u2019s us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact Premier Heating & Air for <\/strong>thermostat repair in Dublin, GA<\/strong><\/a> and Experience the Premier Difference.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The thermostat is like the \u201cbrain\u201d of your HVAC system, controlling everything. So it makes sense that when things go awry, the thermostat could be the cause.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[70,117,154],"tags":[107,62],"class_list":["post-1052","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-air-conditioning-service","category-dublin","category-maysville","tag-dublin","tag-thermostats"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1052","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1052"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1052\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2195,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1052\/revisions\/2195"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1052"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1052"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1052"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}