What Happens When Your Thermostat Is in Recovery Mode?
Sometimes, you may take a look at your HVAC system’s programmable thermostat and notice that it’s in recovery mode. You may think that something’s wrong with your system when you see this, but you’ll be relieved to know that this is a common setting on smart thermostats. As your trusted commercial air conditioning service specialist, we’re here to help you understand what happens when your thermostat is in recovery mode. Here’s what you need to know:
What Is Recovery Mode?
Since this feature isn’t present on older thermostats, those who’ve recently upgraded to newer systems are often unaware of this setting. When it happens to them for the first few times, they often instantly assume that something bad has happened to their system. However, you don’t need to be worried about seeing “recovery mode” pop up on your thermostat. Depending on your thermostat model, it may even say something like “recovery” or “smart recovery,” or it might have a small light or icon glowing on a certain part of the display. When a thermostat is in recovery mode, this usually means it’s recovering from being in energy-saving mode.
Why Your Thermostat Is in Recovery Mode
During recovery mode, your HVAC system is working to achieve a temperature that’s cooler or warmer than the outside air. This means it will turn on your HVAC system a little before it’s set to be at a different temperature. In fact, some smart thermostats are able to learn how long your heating and cooling systems will take to modify interior temperatures to the settings you’ve programmed. However, your thermostat can only be fully effective if it’s maintained properly by a professional. To make sure it runs as well as it should, consider hiring our commercial HVAC services at Comfort Zone of North Florida Inc. We provide proper installation, repair and maintenance services that will help keep your smart thermostat operating optimally.
Recovery Mode Can Also Mean Something’s Wrong
In most cases, recovery mode is just an indicator that your programmable thermostat is getting ready to switch temperatures. However, since recovery mode can also show up when your HVAC system is malfunctioning, you’ll need to make sure your HVAC system is running properly if you keep seeing it in recovery mode.
For instance, if your thermostat continues going to an unexpectedly high or low temperature even when it’s not programmed to, your unit might have a problem. It’s also a possibility that while your HVAC system is working, it’s also struggling to heat or cool your home. However, this usually only happens with systems that are older or poorly maintained.
If you’re not sure whether you have a problem with your HVAC unit, consider having it checked by a professional, reliable HVAC contractor. Hire Comfort Zone of North Florida Inc. today and call (904) 406-0070. You can also contact us through our convenient online form. We serve Jacksonville and surrounding areas in FL.