With winter looming on the horizon and temperatures slowly dipping, it’s essential to ensure your thermostat is ready to warm and efficiently heat your home. A correctly adjusted and serviced thermostat provides comfort while reducing heating bills. Efficient Systems, serving Beaumont, Winnie, Lumberton, and surrounding communities, presents important tips to have your thermostat ready for winter.
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Flip Your Thermostat to Heat
Make sure that your thermostat is turned to ‘Heat’ rather than ‘Cool’ to energize your heater. This easy adjustment ensures your home remains warm during winter.
Tip: Check your system by turning up the temperature a few degrees to make sure the heater turns on correctly. -
Employ Scheduling to Conserve Energy
Programmable thermostats allow you to program changes in temperature according to when you are home or out. Cool it at night or when the house is unoccupied, and warm it up before you get back for convenience and cost savings.
Pro Tip: Use 68°F when home and alert, and reduce it by 5-10 degrees when sleeping or out. -
Check and Replace Batteries
If your thermostat is battery-powered, check batteries every so often and replace them every year or as necessary. New batteries guarantee your thermostat will not fail you at the worst possible moment.
Pro Tip: Place a yearly reminder to replace batteries at the beginning of the heating season. -
Clean Your Thermostat
Dust and dirt can accumulate within the thermostat, interfering with its precision. Clean the outside gently with a soft, dry cloth to ensure it continues to run efficiently.
Tip: Do not use water or strong chemicals that may damage the internal components. -
Install a Smart Thermostat
If your current thermostat is old, think about switching to a smart one. Smart thermostats learn your routine, make temperature changes automatically, and can really make energy efficiency better.
Pro Tip: They save on energy bills by adapting heating to your lifestyle. -
Calibrate for Accuracy
If you notice that the temperature in your home is not consistent, then your thermostat might need to be recalibrated. You can get it adjusted by a professional technician in order to have accurate readings and comfort.
Pro Tip: If your thermostat is more than 10 years old, it might be best to upgrade for improved accuracy and efficiency.
Get Your Home Ready for Winter with Efficient Systems
Prepping your thermostat for winter is important to the comfort and cost savings this season. Have questions about maintenance or want to upgrade? Efficient Systems can help.
Call us now at (409) 206-5752 or click here to arrange a consultation or inspection.