This thermostat mistake was costing me hundreds: 3 tips to get the best temperature control

Where you place your thermostat greatly affects its accuracy - and your energy bill. A few small adjustments can help it operate much more efficiently.

Have you ever found yourself in a thermostat tug-of-war? One room feels like a sauna, another like an icebox, all while your trusty thermostat claims your home is at a perfectly average and comfortable 72 degrees?

The truth is, you're probably not imagining things, and the culprit could be hanging right there on your wall. As it turns out, where your thermostat is located can make a world of difference to both your comfort and your energy bills.

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Chances are, your thermostat is not located in the sweet spot for accurate whole-home temperature readings. In a way, your thermostat is the brain of your heating ...