{"id":7049461,"date":"2026-08-27T21:58:50","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T21:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/som2nypost.com\/alabama\/back-to-school-hvac-tips-for-montgomery-al-homeowners-reset-your-thermostat-for-fall\/"},"modified":"2026-08-27T21:58:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T21:58:50","slug":"back-to-school-hvac-tips-for-montgomery-al-homeowners-reset-your-thermostat-for-fall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/som2nypost.com\/?p=7049461","title":{"rendered":"Back-to-School HVAC Tips for Montgomery, AL Homeowners: Reset Your Thermostat for Fall"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">For a lot of families here in Montgomery, the return to school also means a change in your home\u2019s daily rhythm. The house that was occupied most of the day all summer may now sit empty for several hours while everyone is at school and work.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">As Montgomery REALTOR\u00ae\u2019s, we\u2019re always looking for simple ways homeowners can make their homes more comfortable, efficient, and ready for the season ahead. One easy place to start?\u00a0<strong>Your thermostat.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Your Summer Thermostat Routine May Not Make Sense Anymore<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">During the summer, it\u2019s easy to keep the air conditioning running at a consistent temperature because someone is usually home\u2014kids are out of school, family schedules are less predictable, and the heat in Montgomery makes a cool house feel like a necessity.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">But once school is back in session, your family&#8217;s schedule changes.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">If everyone leaves the house around 7 or 8 in the morning and doesn&#8217;t return until the afternoon, there may be little reason to keep your home at the same temperature all day.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">That&#8217;s where a thermostat schedule can help.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com\/agent_files\/Blog%20photo%20template(19).jpg\" style=\"width: 350px; height: 293px;\" \/><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Create a Schedule Around Your Family<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">If your thermostat is programmable or smart, take a few minutes to adjust it to your actual weekday routine.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">A simple schedule might look something like:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Morning:<\/strong>\u00a0Keep the house comfortable while everyone is getting ready.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>School\/work hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Allow the temperature to rise a little while the house is empty.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong>\u00a0Have the system begin cooling before everyone gets home.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Evening:<\/strong>\u00a0Return to your preferred comfortable temperature.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;<\/p>\n<li><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Overnight:<\/strong>\u00a0Adjust the setting based on how your family sleeps best.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<p>&#13;\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">You don&#8217;t have to make dramatic temperature changes. The goal is simply to avoid cooling an empty house to the same temperature you prefer when everyone is home.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Remember: Montgomery Summers Don&#8217;t Get the Memo<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">One thing we always remind homeowners around Montgomery is that &#8220;back to school&#8221; doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean &#8220;fall weather.&#8221;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">August and even September can still bring plenty of hot, humid Alabama days.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">So while adjusting your thermostat schedule makes sense,\u00a0<strong>don&#8217;t turn the system completely off during the day<\/strong>\u00a0just because the kids aren&#8217;t home. Keeping your home at a reasonable temperature helps manage the heat and humidity that come with our climate.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">If you have questions about what settings make sense for your particular HVAC system, your HVAC professional is the best person to ask. Let us know if you need a recommendation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com\/agent_files\/Blog%20photo%20template%20(1)(19).jpg\" style=\"width: 350px; height: 293px;\" \/><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>While You&#8217;re At It, Give Your HVAC System Some Attention<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">Back-to-school season is also a great reminder to check a few basic HVAC items around the house.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">Take a look at your air filter and replace it if needed. Make sure vents aren&#8217;t blocked by furniture, rugs, or other items. And if your system has been struggling to keep up with Montgomery&#8217;s summer heat, don&#8217;t wait until the first major problem to have it checked.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">A little preventative maintenance can go a long way toward keeping your home comfortable.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>A Small Change That Can Help Your Home Feel More Efficient<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">One of the things we love about homeownership is that improving your home doesn&#8217;t always require a major renovation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">Sometimes it&#8217;s simply about paying attention to how your home is being used.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">When the kids go back to school, your family&#8217;s schedule changes\u2014and your home&#8217;s schedule can change with it.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">So if your thermostat is still running on the same routine you used in June and July, this is your reminder to give it a reset.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">And if you&#8217;re a homeowner in Montgomery, Pike Road, Prattville, or the surrounding River Region, remember that your home is more than an address. It&#8217;s the place where all those daily routines happen\u2014from the school-morning alarm to the afternoon rush through the front door.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>Ready for Your Next Move?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">Whether you&#8217;re settling into a new school-year routine, looking for more space for your growing family, or thinking about putting your home on the market,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0are here to help make your next move as organized and stress-free as possible.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">With local Montgomery-area expertise and personalized service, <strong>The Hat Team<\/strong> can guide you through every step of the process\u2014from figuring out what your current home is worth to finding the right home for what&#8217;s next.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\">Ready to make a move?<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"><strong>\ud83d\udcde<\/strong>\u00a0Call us at<strong> 334-834-1500<\/strong><\/span><\/span><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n<strong style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">\ud83c\udf10<\/strong><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">\u00a0Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com\/\" style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;\">to learn more about buying or selling a home in the Montgomery area.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For a lot of families here in Montgomery, the return to school also means a change in your home\u2019s daily rhythm. 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