Why Is My Thermostat Not Reaching the Set Temperature?
When your thermostat says one thing but your home feels different, frustration builds quickly—especially during a Minnesota cold snap. Fortunately, most causes are simple to diagnose with a little structure. A thermostat that won’t reach the set temperature usually points to airflow restrictions, dirty filters, bad placement, wiring or sensor issues, or equipment troubles; […]
Does Closing Vents in Unused Rooms Help or Hurt Efficiency?
Closing supply registers in empty rooms seems like an easy way to save energy, but airflow and pressure are more complex than they look. In climate-challenged Minnesota, small changes in ducts can have big effects on comfort and costs. Closing vents in unused rooms usually hurts efficiency by raising static pressure, increasing leakage at […]