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Need Advice thermostat temperature

Discussion in 'Homeowners Corner' started by backtothewoooo, Aug 13, 2013.

  1. backtothewoooo

    backtothewoooo Member

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    I am programming my thermostat and I just noticed that the factory default for "periods with nobody home" is Heat = 62 and Cool = 82. I guess this is for optimal savings - my question is: Is this safe/ comfortable for a 5-year old dog who has to stay home (because she doesn't go to work or school :)). What is your setting? Thanks.
     
    backtothewoooo, Aug 13, 2013
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  2. beahmer

    beahmer Member

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    Take mine to 78 ac and 65 heat. Have dogs never seems to be a problem. I don't let it go too hot/cold because I don't want the units struggling to return to normal.
     
    beahmer, Aug 13, 2013
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  3. gb10

    gb10 General Lurker

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    I'm right in between the defaults and beahmer. I go to 80 ac and 63 heat - I have cats, not dogs, but they don't seem to have any problems with the adjustment at all.
     
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  4. KTdid

    KTdid Well-Known Member

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    AC at 85, window covers are drawn, and heat at 65 when no one but the animals are home.
     
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