Kool Breeze of Northwest Florida, Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Thermostats’ Category

6 Benefits of Smart Thermostats

Monday, September 4th, 2023
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It’s obvious that a brand-new air conditioner will perform better than an old one that’s been running for many years. But it’s not simply the age that would make a difference. Even when the AC units manufactured 10-15 years ago were brand new, they weren’t as good as what’s being made today. These days, new air conditioners are better than ever because there have been advances in the technology they use to operate. 

But it’s not just air conditioners that have changed. The thermostats available today offer amazing benefits. Here are some things you’ll enjoy if you upgrade to a smart thermostat. 

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Why Did My Thermostat Suddenly Stop Working?

Monday, November 28th, 2022
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If you notice that you’re unexpectedly chilly in your home, your first port of call is almost definitely your thermostat. And if you try to raise the temperature by adjusting your thermostat and don’t hear your furnace kick on, you’ll be understandably concerned. Is the furnace broken? Or is it just a problem with the thermostat?

Either could be the case, but there are several things you can do to check for minor, fixable issues yourself. We’ll walk you through what you can do on your own to address thermostat problems, and help you recognize when it’s time to reach out to a professional in thermostat repair in Fort Walton Beach, FL.

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Are You Misusing Your Thermostat?

Monday, September 10th, 2018

man-adjusting-thermostatWhile many homeowners throughout the country are breathing a sigh of relief as temperatures cool and they use their cooling systems less and less, we aren’t so fortunate. Not only do we have the heat to contend with, but the humidity as well, and it’s not going away any time soon.

We don’t say this to be depressing, but rather to highlight the fact that you are still going to be using your air conditioner for some time, and we want to help you use it as efficiently as possible. After all, if you can save money on your energy costs, wouldn’t you?

Well we have some good news—there is an easy way to do so, and it has to do with your thermostat! Read on to learn more about this, and a few other ways you can improve air conditioner efficiency to save energy and money.

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HVAC Upgrades: Could You Use a New Thermostat?

Monday, March 12th, 2018

studio shot of modern thermostatGenerally speaking, most homeowners know that they need to upgrade their home comfort systems every 10 years or so. Plenty of folks are on top of it when it comes to upgrading their heating and cooling systems, but there’s a component of both of these systems that is often forgotten about—the thermostat.

Your HVAC thermostat is responsible for controlling both of these systems—it doesn’t matter how powerful, efficient, or expensive your heating or cooling system is, if it doesn’t have a dependable thermostat to operate it with. If you’re one of the many homeowners who don’t know when they’re in need of Navarre, FL thermostat services, namely a thermostat upgrade, no need to worry—that’s what we’re here for!

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How Does Your Thermostat Impact Your Energy Usage?

Monday, September 25th, 2017

a temperature gauge showing just the right temperatureYou have many options when it comes to what type of thermostat you choose to control the cooling and heating systems in your home. For instance, if you have one of the manual, “slider” type thermostats still, simply replacing it with the most basic digital thermostat is an upgrade. You can take this even further by investing in a programmable thermostat or a smart thermostat—which learns your cooling habits and adjusts accordingly.

When it comes to selecting the right thermostat for your home and your needs, you want to trust in a company who is expertly trained and highly experienced with Navarre, FL air conditioning services, which is why you should give us a call. But what we want to address here isn’t necessarily which thermostat you should get, but how you use that thermostat. Too many homeowners adjust their thermostats in such a way that really doesn’t make efficient or affordable use of their energy.

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Help! My Thermostat Screen is Blank

Monday, December 19th, 2016

Do you utilize a digital thermostat in your home to run your HVAC systems? If so, one of the most inconvenient issues you may run into is that of a completely blank screen on the unit. This means you can’t control your HVAC system, which is never good news when you live in the climate that we do. But what could be causing this problem, and what can you do about it?

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Is Your Thermostat Causing Air Conditioning Issues in your Home?

Monday, September 19th, 2016

If you are like most homeowners, you probably don’t give much thought to just how vital your thermostat is to your HVAC system and your indoor comfort. This may be an extremely small component of your overall cooling system, however it serves as the “brain” of your air conditioner and can either make or break your cooling efforts.

Most thermostat issues are caused either by faulty wiring, a poorly installed model, or poor calibration. However, these aren’t the only reasons that a thermostat may cause your AC system to develop repair issues. The location of your thermostat actually plays a huge role in the effectiveness of your cooling system. Keep reading to learn more about this, and where you shouldn’t put your thermostat.

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