“2 story home, 1 thermostat, downstairs is always cooler than upstairs for the a/c and in the winter upstairs hotter than downstairs. Will NEST balance”
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If you have one unit controlling both upstairs and down stairs, you will continue to face this challenge. In order to balance both upstairs and down stairs, you will need a unit for the down stairs and a unit for the upstairs, each having their own separate thermostat.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Solution: Measure the actual square footage of house, calculate load (BTU/Therms) and install correct HVAC with duct work that includes servo driven dampers (wired) for zone control. Make sure there are returns in the ceiling areas and lower areas of house to blend air. Confirm proper insulation throughout. The only benefit of NEST is optional programming and remote access features. It does not improve nor fix HVAC output or balance but regulates time and accessibility.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I have the same problem. I leave some of the downstairs vents closed so more air blows upstairs. I'll keep closing them until I get an even balance.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I don't think so. I had a similar problem in my home. I moved the thermostat to a more central position. Heat rises, so you might want to install a mini-split. They're great!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.No, you will need to have the an HVAC tech come and install a thermostat both upstairs and downstairs. Most of the AC units have multistage and can do this with no problem. I speak from experience as I had to have this done in my last home. You will also need them to verify that the unit you have is actually up to spec on compliance for the space for the house.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.This will help regulate the temperature as best as possible. But the fact of the matter is that Hot Air rises. Unless you have a thermostat upstairs it is going to be difficult to keep upstairs as cool as downstairs. It is physics that hot air rises which always keeps upstairs warmer all year.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.That an issue most likely with your A/C unit and or unbalanced vent system. Might need to contact a professional since that is something no thermostat will correct.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Using the fan setting “on” for continuous operation will make a big difference In comfort with your current thermostat. I have a commercial grade Honeywell and I select the fan setting “circ”. This will cycle the fan for additional times outside of the calls for heatIng or cooling. It’s an energy saver feature vs continuous the “on” position.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.No it will not. In fact, in my house with three AC units and three Nest thermostats the termperature variations between the zones got MUCH worse with the Nest Thermostats. I am replacing them with something that can use remote sensors. In my 12 months with the Nests I have had to tinker with them regularly to get them to keep the house comfortable. Look at Ecobee or some z-wave thermostats with a smart hub to control them if you want comfort and convenience.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Well, the simple reason is that heat always rises. Unless you install a baffle system, this really won't help. If you have a very open concept, with a lot of air space, it'll be really tough to ever regulate that minus new windows or installing two units.
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