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Something is wrong: your trusty air conditioning system, which usually has no trouble managing cool temperatures in your home during the summer, is falling down on the job. The house is warmer than it should be, or there are hot spots in the rooms, or the AC keeps shutting down too early.
There are several possible sources for these troubles, and it’s important to call on professionals to find out what it is when basic troubleshooting doesn’t solve them. But the problem may not be in the AC. Often, these cooling issues stem from the thermostat, as we’ll explain below.
Never Underestimate Your Thermostat
A thermostat may be a small device, but it has an important role in home comfort: it’s both the place where you communicate with the HVAC system and the device that monitors indoor temperatures to determine when to start and stop a cooling cycle. If something goes wrong with the thermostat, it can cause a range of odd AC behavior that will affect your home comfort.
Common Thermostat Problems
Several common thermostat issues could be the root of your air conditioning problems. Here are a few of the more common:
- Miscalibration: If your thermostat is not accurately measuring the indoor temperature, it might cause the AC to turn on and off at inappropriate times. This can lead to uneven cooling or the system running longer than necessary.
- Wiring issues: Loose or damaged wires in the thermostat can disrupt the communication between the thermostat and the AC unit. This can cause the system to fail to start or stop unexpectedly.
- Placement problems: If the thermostat is placed in a location that doesn’t accurately represent the home’s average temperature—such as near a window, door, or in direct sunlight—it can result in incorrect temperature readings and improper AC operation.
- Dead batteries: Some thermostats rely on batteries for power. If the batteries are low or dead, it can cause the thermostat to malfunction or stop working altogether.
- Old or outdated thermostat: Older thermostats might not be as precise or reliable as newer models, leading to inconsistencies in temperature control and increased energy usage.
When in doubt, call for our technicians. Trying to diagnose an AC problem yourself can lead to worse problems—you may end up trying to repair the wrong part, wasting time and possibly damaging your air conditioning system. You can trust our expert team for a fast and accurate diagnosis so they can then solve the problem at its core.
Consider a Thermostat Upgrade
If our technicians discover you’ve got a faulty thermostat that needs a replacement, we recommend you look into smart thermostats in Sandersville, GA as an option. Smart thermostats can help with energy savings and they make it easy to keep your home cooled to your liking as they analyze and learn from your setting history. Smart thermostats also provide reporting that can help alert you when it’s experiencing issues. Feel free to ask our team about a smart thermostat upgrade when we’re helping you with repairs.