If you’re one of the typical American households who shell out more than $2,000 each year on utility bills, installing a smart thermostat is a great way to keep energy bills managed. Although manyhouses use programmable thermostats, yours probably isn’t being made the most of because it’s on “hold” every day.

When getting a new thermostat, the Nest smart thermostat is one of the best sellers. That’s due to the fact it picks up on your temperature preferences and activities, and then makes an energy-efficient schedule to match. You can also check and raise it from almost anywhere with your smartphone.

For the typical home, Nest says its thermostat saves about 10-12% on heating bills and about 15% on cooling bills. That’s about $131 to $145 saved annually, which helps it pay for itself quicker than two years. And many utility businesses offer rebate programs that help you purchase a smart thermostat for free or close to it.

When you’re getting a smart home thermostat, you’ll want to ensure it will work with your HVAC system. This is especially essential if your equipment is aging. If it’s not, you may run into problems, like erratic furnace or air conditioner behavior. That’s why it’s critical to have a specialist like Kohles & Bach Heating & Cooling help you select a new thermostat and handle your smart thermostat installation.

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

Nest Works with Most Heating and Cooling Systems

The good news is that Nest designed its thermostat to operate with many different 24-volt systems, including older ones.

This includes heating and cooling systems that use:

  • Natural gas
  • Oil
  • Electricity

Before you buy a Nest, you can put your details into the Compatibility Checker to provide a simple transition. Once you’ve double-checked it will work, your Nest will lead you through compatibility and wiring when you set it up.

The Nest Learning Thermostat works with the widest number of home comfort units, like heat pumps, furnaces and air conditioners. It also works with extremely energy-efficient multistage systems, dual-fuel equipment, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, but you’ll likely need a specialist like Kohles & Bach Heating & Cooling to handle the detailed wiring and setup procedures.

Does the Nest Need a C-Wire?

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

If you don’t have a C-wire, it’s likely still okay to install a Nest. The company says its thermostats were created to require not much power. Most of the time, this means they can operate normally without this wire.

Have a smart thermostat without a C-wire and running into weird heating and cooling behavior? An HVAC professional like Kohles & Bach Heating & Cooling can install a C-wire for you.

Our Pros Make Smart Thermostat Installation Simple

Installing a new thermostat makes it easier to manage your utility and cooling bills while keeping your {house|residences|home cozy. If you’re considering adding a Nest smart thermostat to your home, Kohles & Bach Heating & Cooling can help you choose the ideal model for your home and then professionally install it. Reach us at 515-278-2900 to start today!