If you’re one of the typical American households who pay more than $2,000 each year on utility costs, adding a smart thermostat is a good approach to keep heating and cooling bills under control. Although manyhouses have programmable thermostats, chances are yours isn’t being made the most of as it’s on “hold” permanently.

When upgrading your thermostat, the Nest smart thermostat is one of the top sellers. That’s due to the fact it picks up on your temperature preferences and activities, and then develops an energy-efficient schedule to match. You can also check and lower it from just about anywhere with your smartphone.

For the typical home, Nest says its thermostat saves about 10-12% on heating costs and about 15% on cooling bills. That’s about $131 to $145 saved each year, which helps the thermostat pay for itself in less two years. And most utility providers have rebate programs that help you install a smart thermostat for free or close to it.

When you’re getting a smart home thermostat, you’ll want to make sure it’s compatible with your HVAC system. This is especially important if your equipment is aging. If it’s not, you might run into issues, like erratic furnace or air conditioner behavior. That’s why it’s critical to have a specialist like Mountain Air help you select a new thermostat and do your smart thermostat installation.

Here’s how to figure out if the Nest can run with your HVAC system.

Nest Runs with Many Heating and Cooling Systems

The good news is that Nest created its thermostat to work with many different 24-volt systems, including old ones.

This covers heating and cooling systems that run on:

  • Natural gas
  • Oil
  • Electricity

Before you purchase a Nest, you can put your details into the Compatibility Checker to provide an easy transition. Once you’ve confirmed it’s a fit, your Nest will walk you through compatibility and wiring during the setup process.

The Nest Learning Thermostat works with the largest range of home comfort units, such as heat pumps, furnaces and air conditioners. It also runs with very energy-efficient multistage systems, dual-fuel equipment, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, but you’ll often need a professional like Mountain Air to complete the in-depth wiring and setup procedures.

Does the Nest Have to Have a C-Wire?

If you’ve done research on the Nest, you’ve potentially found details about the C-wire, or common wire. This wire powers your smart thermostat when it can’t draw enough power from the other wires.

If you don’t have a C-wire, it’s probably still okay to get a Nest. The company says its thermostats were created to require not much power. In most cases, this means they can operate properly without this wire.

Have a smart thermostat without a C-wire and experiencing erratic heating and cooling behavior? An HVAC pro like Mountain Air can install a C-wire for you.

Our Professionals Make Smart Thermostat Installation Simple

Getting a new thermostat makes it easier to keep track of your energy and cooling costs while keeping your {house|residences|home cozy. If you want to add a Nest smart thermostat to your house, Mountain Air can help you select the right model for your budget and then skillfully install it. Call us at 304-413-1287 to start now!