I had a split ac unit installed in my condo a few weeks ago. Since my build ing is older, there was no power outlet outside on our balcony. So the inst allers modified my baseboard to use its power instead. They installed a sma ll switch that I flip on or off depending on if I want to use my AC or the baseboard heater.
To make this work, I also need to set the thermostat in that room to max at all times. Even if the unit is currently not running.
My question is, does the thermostat being on max, even when the AC is off, consume energy? In other words, am I paying for electricity even when my AC unit is off?
Thanks for the clarification.