Home-Wizard™ calculates your ideal home care program to avoid problems with your Baseboard Heating, but sometimes trouble can still occur. Here are answers to questions about baseboard heating heater wont turn off.
I just bought a house that has 2 baseboard heaters that are connected to one thermostat. I turned the heat up a few days ago and then turned it back to the off position later that day. However, one heater is still running, but the other is not. Additionally, the wall above the heater thats still running is darkened, as if the wall has gotten very hot before. What do I do?
Dear Carmen: That is very odd that your thermostat turned on both of your baseboard heaters, but will only turn one of them back off. For the baseboard heater to continue to run hot, the thermostat connection would need to be made, the boiler would need to be on, and the water valve to the baseboard would need to be open. Even if the valve was stuck open, the baseboard would not get hot if the boiler didnt stay on. And the boiler wouldnt stay on if the thermostat connection wasnt still being made. As such, I would suggest checking is to see if there is either some loose wiring around your thermostat, or if the thermostat itself has gone bad. Hope this is helpful. Home-Wizard.com
The Baseboard Heater Won’t Turn Off A baseboard heater that’s running nonstop is a sign of a faulty thermostat. A malfunctioning thermostat could increase your energy bills. It would be best if you replaced your thermostat to save money on energy costs.
I just bought a house that has 2 baseboard heaters that are connected to one thermostat. I turned the heat up a few days ago and then turned it back to the off position later that day. However, one heater is still running, but the other is not. Additionally, the wall above the heater thats still running is darkened, as if the wall has gotten very hot before. What do I do?
Home-Wizard™ calculates your ideal home care program to avoid problems with your Baseboard Heating, but sometimes trouble can still occur. Here are answers to questions about baseboard heating heater wont turn off.
Dear Carmen: That is very odd that your thermostat turned on both of your baseboard heaters, but will only turn one of them back off. For the baseboard heater to continue to run hot, the thermostat connection would need to be made, the boiler would need to be on, and the water valve to the baseboard would need to be open. Even if the valve was stuck open, the baseboard would not get hot if the boiler didnt stay on. And the boiler wouldnt stay on if the thermostat connection wasnt still being made. As such, I would suggest checking is to see if there is either some loose wiring around your thermostat, or if the thermostat itself has gone bad. Hope this is helpful. Home-Wizard.com
Electric baseboard heater wont shut off
FAQ
Why is my electric heat not shutting off?
Do electric baseboard heaters stay on all the time?
Why does my heat not shut off when I set the temperature reached?
Do baseboard heaters turn off automatically?
Why does my baseboard heater not turn off?
Thermostats can run into many problems, and if your baseboard heaters don’t turn off when you lower the temperature, your thermostat is to blame. The best solution is to simply replace your thermostat, and your baseboard heater should turn off. For an easy fix that anyone can do, tap the thermostat as much as you need to for it to work.
How do I fix a baseboard heater that won’t turn on?
Homeowners can fix some of these six common problems themselves, but some call for professional help. 1. The electric baseboard heater won’t turn on. When your heater won’t turn on, the first thing to do is turn up the thermostat.
Can a thermostat turn off a baseboard heater?
The best solution is to simply replace your thermostat, and your baseboard heater should turn off. For an easy fix that anyone can do, tap the thermostat as much as you need to for it to work. This fix is short term and won’t last, if it works in the first place, but it can shut the baseboard heater off.
Can a hot water baseboard heater turn off?
If you have a hot water baseboard, you can reduce the heat transfer by adjusting the damper on the baseboard housing. On the other hand, you need to install a switch to control the temperature on an electric baseboard. Your baseboard heater won’t turn off because of a faulty or damaged thermostat.