Have you ever looked at the thermostat in your Staunton, VA home only to find that it’s in recovery mode? If you’re like most people, you may not be sure why that happens. Here are four reasons why your thermostat could say it’s in recovery mode.
1. In Response to Your Programmed Temperatures
When you program your thermostat to raise the temperature at a certain time, it may enter recovery mode. In this case, the thermostat is telling you that it’s working to reach the desired temperature at the right time. It’s normal for a thermostat to enter recovery mode for an hour or two before a programmed temperature event.
2. To Improve Efficiency
On a modern thermostat, recovery mode indicates that your HVAC system is switching out of its energy-saving mode. Seeing your thermostat in recovery mode is an indication that it’s working to keep your energy bills lower. It’s a sign that the thermostat is engaging the energy-saving mode whenever possible and coming out of it when necessary.
3. To Adjust to Your Behavior
If you have a smart thermostat and it’s often in recovery mode, don’t worry. Smart thermostats can learn from your behavior and usage patterns. They’ll enter recovery mode in anticipation of you altering the set temperature if they think you’re likely to do so.
4. Your HVAC System Has Malfunctioned
If your thermostat seems perpetually stuck in recovery mode, it could be a sign that your HVAC system has malfunctioned. While not a common occurrence, a thermostat could enter recovery mode as a result of a power interruption. In those cases, you might need to schedule an AC repair appointment to correct the problem.
Now you know that recovery mode usually isn’t an indication of a problem with your thermostat. However, if your thermostat goes into recovery mode and never seems to leave it, there could be a malfunction. To find out, schedule an AC maintenance visit from the experts at Valley Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing today!
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