Does it matter where in the house my thermostat is located?
It certainly seems that the most popular location for thermostats until the early 2000s was hallways. That made sense for older style thermostats that had to be placed far from anything that could create extreme temperatures; for example direct sunlight or a drafty window. For the most accurate reading thermostat location should avoid an isolated room, or hallway, that tends to get colder or hotter than the main part of the climate zone.
When upgrading to a smart thermostat the easiest solution is to use the existing wiring currently in place. If this location is not the best physical choice there is an option to rewire the device in a better location. There is additional cost to rewire so homeowners should consider a smart thermostat with a remote temperature sensor device that can be paired with the main thermostat. Temperature sensors work with a smart thermostat to achieve the desired temperature in the room it is placed. Move it throughout the day or deploy them in multiple rooms to keep the home comfortable all day.
A Smart Thermostat paired with a temperature sensor is a great solution for climate zones that cover multiple rooms or an entire floor of a home.
Yes, it does matter where the thermostat is located. Smart devices can overcome the challenges of a poorly placed thermostat.
Leading Smart Thermostat manufacturers Google Nest, Ecobee, and Honeywell all have products that can be paired with remote temperature sensor devices. Which will you choose?
