Efficiency · Article 18 of 25
Quick answer: There is no single thermostat setting that is right for every household.
Understanding the issue
There is no single thermostat setting that is right for every household. Choose a comfortable cooling setting and a schedule suited to your occupancy. An unusually low set point does not necessarily make the system cool the house faster.
What homeowners can do
Observe how your home responds before making large changes. Review schedules, holds, and fan settings so the thermostat is not unintentionally overriding your preferences. Heat pump heating schedules may need different guidance from cooling schedules.
How Francisco’s Cooling & Heating can help
Francisco’s Cooling & Heating can help you understand your controls and whether the system is responding normally. If the house cannot approach a reasonable requested temperature, it may need an equipment or airflow evaluation. The answer is not always a different thermostat.
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Technical reference
https://www.trane.com/residential/en/resources/blog/air-conditioning-myths/
Independent technical background; this does not imply manufacturer affiliation or endorsement of Francisco’s Cooling & Heating.