Your thermostat tells your air conditioner when to run and how cool you want your house to feel. Ideally, when your home reaches your desired temperature, the AC sysem stops running for a while. Learn more about some problems that can stem from an outdated AC thermostat and how a new model can help.
Inaccurate Temperature Readings
Every appliance in your home deteriorates over time, becoming less effective as the years pass, and your AC thermostat is no exception. The sensors in your thermostat that measure the temperature inside your home can degrade, resulting in inaccurate temperature readings. This leads to reduced comfort and energy efficiency, as your air conditioner won’t know when to operate or for how long.
Wear and Tear On Your Air Conditioner
When your thermostat can’t relay accurate information to your AC system, the air conditioner may run more than necessary. Not only does this leave your house colder than you want it to feel, but it also adds extra strain to the AC system. If your air conditioner operates more often and for longer periods, you’ll notice more deterioration and a need for repairs.
Decrease in Energy Efficiency
Depending on the age of your air conditioner, you may have a newer model that offers excellent energy efficiency. However, if your AC thermostat is old and unable to tell the system when to turn off, it’ll never reach those energy efficiency goals. When you replace your AC system, consider investing in a new thermostat to pair with it.
Inconsistent Temperatures
When your thermostat can’t relay consistent information to your air conditioner, you’ll probably notice temperature inconsistencies throughout your home. Whether it’s hot and cold spots or wild fluctuations from one day to the next, these inaccuracies reduce comfort.
Don’t let an outdated thermostat negatively impact your AC system. Call Modern Air today to schedule thermostat installation and ask about our other AC services.
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