My thermostat often shows 22°C, but the room still feels cold, especially in the evenings. It’s located near a hallway vent—maybe that’s throwing it off? I’ve tried adjusting it, but it doesn’t seem to reflect how the room actually feels. Could placement be the issue here, or do thermostats just lose accuracy over time? How can I tell if mine is giving false readings or needs to be replaced?
If it’s near a vent, drafty area, or direct sunlight, it may register a temperature that doesn’t match the rest of the room. I ran into the same problem and thought something was wrong with the heating system. Turns out, my thermostat was placed near a hallway that never got much airflow, which made the living room feel colder than it should. I found this article that helped me understand the issue better: https://www.landlordtoday.co.uk/article/2025/05/is-your-thermostat-lying-to-you-heres-how-to-tell/. It outlines common mistakes like poor placement, calibration issues, and misleading smart thermostat algorithms. I followed the suggestion to use a standalone digital thermometer for comparison, and it confirmed mine was about 1.5°C off. After moving it to a more central spot and recalibrating, the heating felt much more even. So yes—location matters a lot, and this article gives practical steps to fix it.
Really good discussion here. I’ve never questioned whether my thermostat is accurate—I usually just adjust it based on how I feel. But reading all this makes me think I should double-check its placement and maybe compare it with a separate thermometer. It’s something small that could really affect comfort and energy use. Definitely worth taking a closer look before winter kicks in again.
