It’s easy to underestimate the thermostats in homes across New York. These small fixtures, especially in older homes, don’t appear too glamorous. In fact, they might even be a nuisance for one reason or another.
The technology behind thermostats has been evolving for over a century. And in the past decade or so, they’ve done some incredible things to improve household comfort and efficiency. But what if your home is still stuck in the 70s? If you’re living in a time capsule of inefficiency, a thermostat installation can bring you back to the modern age.
Your thermostat’s main job is to work directly with your HVAC system. If the fixture is not allowing you to control your heating or Air Conditioner, it could be a sign that the wiring inside is worn to the point where it breaks the connection to your HVAC. Similarly, if your thermostat cycles your climate systems on and off, that’s also a clear sign of internal damage.
Thermostats are designed to last around a decade before they become outdated. They’ll start struggling to keep a consistent temperature and will likely eat more energy to run a fraction as well. If you suddenly notice a spike in your energy bills for seemingly no reason, it could mean that it’s time to upgrade your thermostat.
A smart thermostat is quickly becoming the norm in the modern home. In prior generations, homeowners could only adjust their home’s temperature from directly within the property. Soon after that, they developed programmable thermostats. However, these technologies were so complicated and hard to use that many buyers tended to go with the older versions.