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Air Conditioning & Heating Services
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Air Conditioning Thermostat Calibration
Your thermostat serves as the brain of your heating and cooling system, controlling when your equipment turns on and off to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. When this critical component loses accuracy, your energy bills skyrocket and comfort disappears. A miscalibrated thermostat can cause temperature swings of 5-10 degrees, forcing your system to work harder than necessary and shortening its lifespan.
California Air Conditioning Systems, Inc. stands as South Bay and Los Angeles' leading heating and air conditioning company. We bring decades of experience to every thermostat calibration job, ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency.
Basic Thermostat Troubleshooting Steps
When your thermostat stops working correctly, several simple checks can save you time and money. Start by examining the display screen for any error messages or blank sections that might indicate power issues. Check your circuit breaker panel to ensure the breaker controlling your HVAC system hasn't tripped, which often happens during power surges or electrical storms.Remove your thermostat's front panel and inspect the wiring connections behind it. Loose wires cause intermittent operation and can make your system behave unpredictably. Look for any corrosion, frayed insulation, or wires that have pulled away from their terminals. Dust accumulation on internal components can also interfere with proper operation, so gently clean the inside of your thermostat housing with a soft brush.
Replace the batteries in battery-operated models, even if the low battery indicator hasn't appeared yet. Weak batteries cause erratic behavior before they die completely. Check that your thermostat is set to the correct mode (heating or cooling) and that the temperature settings match your comfort preferences. Sometimes the solution is more straightforward than expected.
Our Air Conditioning Thermostat Calibration Services
The services include the following:- We provide professional thermostat calibration that restores accuracy and saves money on energy costs. Our certified technicians use precision instruments to measure the actual temperature in your space and compare it to your thermostat's readings. We identify discrepancies and make the necessary adjustments to bring your system back into proper alignment.
- Temperature drift happens gradually over time, making it difficult to notice until the problem becomes severe. Our calibration process involves testing your thermostat at multiple temperature points throughout its operating range. We check both heating and cooling functions to ensure consistent performance year-round. Digital thermostats require software updates and sensor cleaning, while mechanical models need physical adjustment of their internal components.
- We also evaluate your thermostat's location to determine if environmental factors affect its performance. Direct sunlight, drafts from windows, or proximity to heat sources can cause false readings that waste energy. Our team recommends relocation when necessary and handles the complete installation process.
- Our professional calibration extends beyond simple temperature adjustment. We verify that your thermostat communicates properly with your HVAC equipment, checking safety switches and control circuits that prevent equipment damage. Our service includes testing your system's response time and cycle frequency to optimize comfort while minimizing wear on your equipment.
- Regular calibration maintains manufacturer warranties and prevents costly breakdowns. We document all adjustments and provide maintenance recommendations that keep your system running efficiently. Our technicians explain how to recognize early warning signs of calibration problems, helping you catch issues before they impact your comfort or energy bills.
We work with brands like Carrier, Lennox, York, Cozy, Williams, Mitsubishi, Trane and many others!
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