Harriet Wetton's blog : How To Reset Honeywell Thermostat: A Quick and Easy Guide

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your home's temperature suddenly drops, or perhaps it suddenly feels too stuffy or even too cold? If this sounds like an issue you've experienced before, then you're not alone. Fortunately, resetting your thermostat is a quick and easy fix. This article will walk you through how to reset Honeywell thermostat. 

What is a thermostat, and how does it work?

A thermostat is a component within your furnace or air conditioner that controls your home's temperature. A thermostat is a controller that sends electrical signals to a furnace/AC system to turn on or off, depending on the temperature at the thermostat.  

When the temperature at your thermostat (and therefore at your home) is too low, your furnace/AC turns on to provide heat or cool air. When the temperature at your thermostat is too high, your furnace/AC turns off. If the temperature in your home is too low, the thermostat can signal the furnace/AC to come on. When the furnace/AC comes on, it uses energy to heat your home. This is why it feels stuffy, and you might wake up in the middle of the night because it feels too hot! If the temperature in your home is too high, the thermostat can signal the furnace/AC to turn off. This regulates your air conditioning/heating to keep your home at an ideal temperature. 

What to do after a thermostat reset 

When you're done setting up your new thermostat, make sure to write down the old setting and the unique setting. If your furnace/AC or boiler has any locations you want to reset back to the old neighborhood, write those down as well. Make sure to write down your senior site and the new environment for your thermostat.  

Once you've written all this down, start your furnace/AC if it's gas-fueled. If it's electric, turn it on. Wait until the room temperature has dropped a few degrees, then turn your furnace/AC back off. Wait until the room temperature has risen a few degrees, then turn your furnace/AC back on. Continue this cycle until you've reached your new thermostat setting. 

Should You Reset Your Thermostat? 

Before you reset your thermostat, let's take a moment to talk about the pros and cons of resetting your thermostat. The pros of resetting your thermostat include setting your thermostat to a higher or lower temperature quickly when you need to adjust the temperature and no more constant complaining from your family that the air is too hot or cold in the house.  

On the other hand, the cons of resetting your thermostat include the additional cost of a new thermostat and the inconvenience of having to re-adjust your schedules to account for the latest program. Depending on your household schedule, resetting your thermostat may require adjustments to your plan, like shutting off your furnace/AC earlier in the evening to account for the time it will be on longer (or earlier in the morning to account for the time it will be off). 

Conclusion 

Whether you decide to reset your thermostat, it's essential to watch for any signs that your furnace/AC might be starting to fail or be on its last legs. Suppose your furnace/AC has been dying to keep your home warm in the winter or excellent in the summer. In that case, it's time to schedule a furnace inspection from your local heating and cooling contractor.  

If your furnace/AC fails to keep your home at a comfortable temperature and you've considered resetting your thermostat, keep in mind that it's not a permanent solution. If your furnace/AC is failing, it's best to schedule a furnace inspection from your local heating and cooling contractor to get it taken care of once and for all.