Draft messing with Thermostat?

[DoubleSix]

Noticed our heating was clicking on and off in an unexpected pattern, house getting very hot etc

Looking at the thermostat I could feel a very notable draft coming OUT of the vents in plastic cover. Removed cover to find big hole where power is being fed in... see top left of pic



Now that can't be right can it? The cool air inflow is bound to be screwing with the stat yes?

So what should I seal it with and should I be surprised to find such airflow in an internal wall albeit an old house and very windy right now.

Thanks chaps

[DoubleSix]

Thanks. All patched up.

Would a digital thermostat actually be advantageous or is it just an improved UI?

And should I be surprised that the hollow wall in question is effectively a wind tunnel?

[DoubleSix]

Harry Flashman said:

Get a Nest or similar, you can then put it wherever you want.

Fitted mine last week - and am already a huge fan. Yes, it's a slightly pointless gadget. But it looks amazing, works perfectly and is just a very cool thing.

Also I know I owe you some pics of rads - will get that done!

Cheers HF,

Last time I had a look at the Nest i wasn't sure how it integrated with existing timer and hot water. Might take another look though.

[DoubleSix]

Thanks for those HF!

Very smart, few neat ideas in there. Could you just remind me of the name of the rad supplier as I cant find our previous chat, thanks again.

Edited by DoubleSix on Tuesday 31st March 22:23