In East Texas, summer comfort is a balancing act. You want your home cool enough to feel comfortable, but not so cold that your AC runs nonstop and drives up your energy bills.
For many homeowners, the best summer thermostat setting is around 76 to 78 degrees when you are home. From there, you can adjust based on your comfort, humidity levels, home layout, and how well your AC system performs.
Is 78 Degrees Really the Best Thermostat Setting?
You have probably heard that 78 degrees is the recommended summer setting. For some homes, that works well. For others, especially homes with humidity problems or uneven cooling, 78 may still feel too warm.
The goal is not to force one number on every household. The goal is to find the highest temperature where your home still feels comfortable.
Even raising the thermostat a degree or two can reduce how hard your AC has to work.
What Temperature Should You Use at Night?
Many homeowners prefer cooler temperatures while sleeping. If your household sleeps better at 72 to 75 degrees, that may be reasonable, especially during the hottest months.
A programmable or smart thermostat can help you cool the home before bedtime, then adjust the temperature again in the morning. This helps you stay comfortable without manually changing settings throughout the day.
Should You Turn the AC Way Up When You Leave?
If you are leaving for the day, you can usually raise the thermostat a few degrees. Around 80 to 82 degrees may help reduce energy use while still keeping your home from getting too hot.
Avoid turning the system completely off during summer. In East Texas, heat and humidity can build quickly, making your AC work harder when you return.
Why Your Home May Still Feel Warm
If your thermostat is set reasonably but your home still feels uncomfortable, the setting may not be the real problem.
Common causes include:
- Dirty air filters
- Weak airflow
- Poor insulation
- Leaky ductwork
- High indoor humidity
- An aging AC system
- Improper system sizing
- Thermostat placement issues
Faithco can inspect your system and help determine why your home is not cooling evenly or efficiently.
How to Stay Comfortable Without Overworking Your AC
Small habits can help your AC perform better during East Texas summers.
Try to:
- Replace your air filter regularly
- Keep vents open and unblocked
- Use ceiling fans to improve air movement
- Close blinds during the hottest part of the day
- Avoid large thermostat swings
- Schedule AC maintenance
These steps can help your system cool more effectively and reduce unnecessary strain.
When to Call Faithco
If you keep lowering the thermostat but your home still feels warm, sticky, or unevenly cooled, your AC may need professional attention.
Faithco helps East Texas homeowners improve comfort with AC repair, maintenance, system diagnostics, and replacement recommendations when needed.
Schedule AC Service with Faithco
The right thermostat setting can help, but your AC system has to be able to keep up. If your home is uncomfortable, your energy bills are rising, or your system runs constantly, Faithco is ready to help.
Call Faithco today to schedule service and keep your home comfortable through the East Texas summer.
