What happens if you replace an old thermostat?
If your old thermostat has mercury in it you’ll have to dispose of it in a safe way. Check with your local waste company on this. The base of your thermostat will look like a bomb with all the different colored wires. Seriously, it brings back memories from those cheesy 1980s action films. I feel like Sylvester Stallone when replacing thermostats.
What to do if your car thermostat is not working?
If you start noticing issues with the thermostat check the coolant levels. When you put the coolant into the coolant tank, note where the level of the coolant falls. There should be a fill line on the side of the coolant tank or some way for you to measure the levels.
What should I do if my thermostat gets stuck?
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What are the signs of a bad thermostat?
Some signs of thermostat problems include: HVAC system won’t turn on: The most obvious sign of a bad thermostat is that the HVAC system in your building won’t turn on or respond to the thermostat. You should be able to turn on your heating or cooling system from the thermostat, or change operation back and forth from heating to cooling.
When is it time to replace your thermostat?
If yours is around that age, it may be time to replace the entire system. If you’ve tried all of the troubleshooting options listed above and none of them have corrected, it’s time to replace your thermostat. At Blair’s Air Conditioning and Heating, we provide installation, maintenance, and repair services for all of your HVAC needs.
What to do if your thermostat doesn’t work?
The device fails to correctly sense the room’s temperature, or it feeds incorrect information to the furnace regarding cycling times. You can perform a quick check that determines whether the thermostat has failed.
What should I do when I change the thermostat in my car?
Replacing a car thermostat includes the draining and refilling of your vehicle’s cooling system so you may also consider performing a cooling system flush while you are replacing the thermostat. Flushing the cooling system of your car can help remove the buildup and deposits that have formed overtime due to normal use of your vehicle.
Why do you need a thermostat in your home?
These thermostats save money because you can automatically change the home’s temperature setting for times when you’re sleeping or not at home. The type of heating system you have may dictate the type of thermostat you need.