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3 Signs You Should Replace Your Thermostat

In order for your heating and air conditioning system to work properly, your thermostat has to work properly. A good thermostat should last for years, but at some point, even the best thermostats have to be replaced. Luckily, this is something that your heating and air conditioning repair technician can help you with. A few signs that you should call your local HVAC company to look into replacing your thermostat are listed here.

1. You Have an Old and Outdated Thermostat

You may have never had any problems with your thermostat, so it might not seem necessary to replace it. If you have an old and outdated thermostat, though, you may want to go ahead and look into having it replaced. For one thing, if your thermostat is getting old, it might start giving you problems sometime soon. Replacing it now will help you avoid any issues with it later. Additionally, your current thermostat might not have all of the features that some of the newer and better thermostats have. For example, you can install a programmable thermostat that will help you conserve energy while keeping your home comfortable during the times of day when you or your family members are at home. Some programmable thermostats can even be programmed and adjusted remotely.

2. Your HVAC System Won't Turn On or Off

If your heating and air conditioning system will not turn off and on like it is supposed to, your thermostat could be to blame. For example, if the temperature in your home rises or falls below the temperature that you have set on your thermostat, your system is supposed to turn off or on until the temperature adjusts to your settings. If this does not happen, it could be a sign of a thermostat problem.

3. Your Thermostat Can't Be Adjusted

If you attempt to adjust your thermostat but find that the screen is blank or that your thermostat is not responding to your input, then it might be time to change the batteries. If this does not work, then the thermostat might have to be replaced.

In comparison to many other heating and air conditioning repairs or replacements that have to be done, a thermostat replacement is generally pretty fast, simple and affordable. However, it is not something that you should do on your own. If you and your family members find yourselves in one of the situations above, call an HVAC company to find out more about having your thermostat replaced.


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