Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:32     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
OP I REALLY want to know more about you. How old are you? Net worth? Where do you live? What are your eating habits?
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:29     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Anonymous wrote:OP here. Wow, I wasn't expecting this much backlash.

Fyi our house is not big - it's a small, old rowhouse. I understand that 63 is too cold for some people, but for us it's fine (yes, we wear long pants, sweatshirts, socks, and slippers). We're active people so our blood is always moving. Things warm up when it's sunny (67 now).

The guest would need to stay for 6 days before their heat is repaired, which is a long time. Our basement is cold - there's nothing we can do about that. Personally, I would never expect someone to change their home conditions for me if they were helping me out.

I know 63 is not everyone's cup of tea, and that's ok. Which is why I offered to let them stay if they would like, but gave them a heads up that our home is pretty chilly. It's an option - they're not forced to make.

Also, sleeping with temps in the 50s is actually great! Heavy blanket and comforters... and it's delightful--and healthy.


So then, legitimately, why don't you take up the suggestion to offer them your room and you sleep in the basement? Sleeping upstairs at 63 with a space heater may be tolerable.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:26     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Idk why you'd offer if you're being so stingy. I can't imagine sending my friend, who lost heat, to sleep in a 53f room. That's basically torture.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:26     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Anonymous wrote:OP here. Wow, I wasn't expecting this much backlash.

Fyi our house is not big - it's a small, old rowhouse. I understand that 63 is too cold for some people, but for us it's fine (yes, we wear long pants, sweatshirts, socks, and slippers). We're active people so our blood is always moving. Things warm up when it's sunny (67 now).

The guest would need to stay for 6 days before their heat is repaired, which is a long time. Our basement is cold - there's nothing we can do about that. Personally, I would never expect someone to change their home conditions for me if they were helping me out.

I know 63 is not everyone's cup of tea, and that's ok. Which is why I offered to let them stay if they would like, but gave them a heads up that our home is pretty chilly. It's an option - they're not forced to make.

Also, sleeping with temps in the 50s is actually great! Heavy blanket and comforters... and it's delightful--and healthy.


I was the first one to respond to your "question." I am still wondering why you even bothered asking. You seem to be fine with the decision you made, so why are you even bothering us with this nonsense?
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:22     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
OP here. Wow, I wasn't expecting this much backlash.

Fyi our house is not big - it's a small, old rowhouse. I understand that 63 is too cold for some people, but for us it's fine (yes, we wear long pants, sweatshirts, socks, and slippers). We're active people so our blood is always moving. Things warm up when it's sunny (67 now).

The guest would need to stay for 6 days before their heat is repaired, which is a long time. Our basement is cold - there's nothing we can do about that. Personally, I would never expect someone to change their home conditions for me if they were helping me out.

I know 63 is not everyone's cup of tea, and that's ok. Which is why I offered to let them stay if they would like, but gave them a heads up that our home is pretty chilly. It's an option - they're not forced to make.

Also, sleeping with temps in the 50s is actually great! Heavy blanket and comforters... and it's delightful--and healthy.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:21     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
65 is minimum heat in winter.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:20     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Haven’t read the replies, but they lost heat and you choose to not have any. So you can’t offer them a place with heat. Next question.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 13:11     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
63 is waaaayyy to low.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:58     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?

OP,

It is rude to "offer" a guest bedroom that is outside of the acceptable temperature range. Anything below 65F is not considered acceptable.

I don't know why you cannot understand this and need to ask DCUM.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:46     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:No. They should be thankful to stay with our. If they don't like it, they can go somewhere else.


They don't need to be thankful for a 53 degrees unlivable space. Offering it at that temp is the same as not offering.

The minimum temp by law for landlords to heat to is 65, so yes you are subjecting everyone to what is commonly believed to be unreasonable coldness. I am surprised you're not embarrassed to be that cheap. Even if I did this, I would never admit to it and would turn it up for guests. If you have space for a guest room in the current place, consider downsizing to something you can afford to heat. I am sorry but in case a helpful outside perspective, I wouldn’t want to visit let alone stay with you.


Some of these people may as well be sleeping outside in the yard. Why keep your house that cold?
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:44     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
I love the house toasty as a sauna. Most people hate coming to my house
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:43     Subject: Re:Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
I get sick, overheat, get a migraine, puke and pass out if it's too hot. So I would raise the temp to whatever I can stand, but no higher. Maybe yours just isn't the right house for them.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:41     Subject: Re:Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Anonymous wrote:Unless the friend is a 20-something outdoorsy survivalist type who can bring their own winter gear, you should offer them your bedroom and take the basement. If the friend is elderly or otherwise inclined to be cold, you should offer them your room AND turn the heat up to a minimum of 65.

I realize you’re trying to do them a favor by hosting them, but part of hosting is to make your guest as comfortable as possible, or at least not miserable.


This, absolutely. My family shuffles around rooms for visitors regularly. Why are you "offering" to let them sleep in a temperature 10 degrees below what you find livable?
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:27     Subject: Re:Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
I dont even eat dinner outside when it's 53 much less sleep or live in it. Do them an actual favor and tell them to get a hotel instead.
Anonymous
Post 02/05/2026 12:24     Subject: Would you raise your house temps for a houseguest (that lost heat)?
Anonymous wrote:No. They should be thankful to stay with our. If they don't like it, they can go somewhere else.


Or, they can realize that the offer wasn’t sincere and say thank you, but it won’t work for us. Staying with a neighbor with a room temp in the 50’s isn’t worth the free accommodations. A hotel would be well worth it.