Have you ever wondered “Why is my room so hot?” It’s a surprisingly common problem – even if you have a new, high-quality HVAC system, often there’s still that one room that’s unnaturally warmer than the rest.
So, why is one room in my house so hot? Here are five of the most common reasons:
An ill-placed thermostat
Whatever heating system you’re using, having a thermostat to help regulate it is a good idea. Thermostats monitor the temperature at your home and control the operation of your heating system depending on the desired temperature you’ve set up. However, if they are put on the wrong spot, thermostats can take their temperature ques from uncharacteristically cooler air than the average of your home. As a result of that, they can pump the heating a bit too high, particularly for some rooms.
The maintenance-needing ductwork
The ductwork within your walls and attic is what distributes the heat and air around your home. This ductwork needs to be checked and cleaned annually to avoid problems. If you skip on the maintenance, it’s common for the ductwork to start causing problems such as uneven heating and ventilation around your home.
Too much sunlight
Another cause for the “Why is it so hot in my room?” problem is that some rooms get more sunlight than others. It’s very common for the walls and rooms that get the most sunlight to be significantly warmer than the rest of the house. Of course, you can do much about that other than just restricting the amount of sunlight that gets through the windows with the help of some window blinders, draperies, etc.
The AC system is too small/weak
A different problem that often leads to “Why is my room so hot at night?” questions is the AC system just not being strong enough for your whole home. If a room is unnaturally hot not only under sunlight but at night as well, the cause may be in your AC. Bigger and stronger AC systems are expensive to purchase and operate, however, they exist for a reason. If your AC is not big enough, it may just not cool every room evenly and adequately.
Insufficient insulation
Your home’s insulation is important not only in the winter but in the summer as well. Proper insulation will keep the hot air and sun rays out, helping your HVAC system keep your home cool in the meantime. So, if you’re having “My room is too hot!” moments in the summer, it may very well be because of poor insulation.
Of course, there might be other problems as well – a faulty radiator, for example. Or, you live in a multi-level home where it’s normal for the upper levels to be warmer in the summer and cooler in the winter. Whatever the cause, however, it speaks of an underlying problem in your heating and HVAC systems that needs to be solved.
