If you’re one of the typical American households who spends more than $2,000 annually on heating and cooling costs, installing a smart thermostat is an excellent method to keep heating and cooling expenses low. Although mosthouses use programmable thermostats, yours likely isn’t being made the most of because it’s on “hold” permanently.

When installing a new thermostat, the Nest smart thermostat is one of the most popular options. That’s due to the fact it adjusts to your temperature preferences and schedule, and then makes an energy-efficient schedule to match. You can also monitor and change it from just about anywhere with your smartphone.

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

When you’re installing a smart home thermostat, you’ll want to be sure it works with your HVAC system. This is especially essential if your equipment is older. If it’s not, you could have problems, like weird furnace or air conditioner behavior. That’s why it’s important to have a specialist like SKC AC LLC help you select a new thermostat and do your smart thermostat installation.

Here’s how to find out if the Nest is compatible with your HVAC system.

Nest Runs with Most Heating and Cooling Systems

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

This covers heating and cooling systems that use:

  • Natural gas
  • Oil
  • Electricity

Before you get a Nest, you can run the Compatibility Checker to make sure you have a smooth transition. Once you’ve checked it’s a match, your Nest will lead you through compatibility and wiring when you set it up.

The Nest Learning Thermostat works with the biggest number of home comfort equipment, 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 pro like SKC AC LLC to handle the complicated wiring and setup steps.

Does the Nest Need a C-Wire?

If you’ve read up on the Nest, you’ve potentially run into information about the C-wire, or common wire. This wire powers your smart thermostat when it can’t get enough power from the other wires.

If you don’t have a C-wire, it’s usually still all right to get a Nest. The company says its thermostats were created to use little power. Most of the time, this means they can operate properly without this wire.

Have a smart thermostat without a C-wire and running into strange heating and cooling behavior? An HVAC professional like SKC AC LLC can add a C-wire for you.

Our Experts Make Smart Thermostat Installation Simple

Upgrading your thermostat makes it easier to stay on top of your utility and cooling costs while keeping your {house|residences|home comfortable. If you want to add a Nest smart thermostat to your home, SKC AC LLC can help you find the ideal model for your home and then expertly install it. Reach us at 432-203-4881 to get started right away!