If you’re among the average American households who spends more than $2,000 every year on energy bills, adding a smart thermostat is an excellent method to keep heating and cooling bills under control. Although manyhomes rely on programmable thermostats, yours likely isn’t being used to the full advantage since it’s on “hold” every day.

When getting a new thermostat, the Nest smart thermostat is one of the top sellers. That’s because it picks up on your temperature preferences and schedule, and then develops an energy-efficient schedule to match. You can also keep an eye on it and change it from nearly anywhere with your smartphone.

For the average home, Nest says its thermostat saves about 10-12% on heating expenses and about 15% on cooling costs. That’s about $131 to $145 saved annually, which helps the thermostat pay for itself quicker than two years. And most 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 make sure it works with your HVAC system. This is especially important if your equipment is older. If it’s not, you may have problems, like erratic furnace or air conditioner behavior. That’s why it’s critical to have a professional like Morgner Inc. Air Conditioning & Heating help you select a new thermostat and handle your smart thermostat installation.

Here’s how to determine if the Nest will work with your HVAC system.

Nest Runs with Most Heating and Cooling Systems

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

This involves heating and cooling systems that run on:

  • Natural gas
  • Oil
  • Electricity

Before you purchase a Nest, you can use the Compatibility Checker to ensure a simple transition. Once you’ve confirmed it’s a fit, your Nest will lead you through compatibility and wiring when you set it up.

The Nest Learning Thermostat is compatible with the widest types of home comfort systems, including heat pumps, furnaces and air conditioners. It also operates with very energy-efficient multistage systems, dual-fuel equipment, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, but you’ll likely need a professional like Morgner Inc. Air Conditioning & Heating to do the detailed wiring and setup steps.

Does the Nest Need a C-Wire?

If you’ve read up on the Nest, you’ve probably come across information about the C-wire, or common wire. This wire runs your smart thermostat when it can’t draw adequate power from the other wires.

If you don’t have a C-wire, it’s probably still all right to install a Nest. The company says its thermostats were designed to require not much power. Many times, this means they can run normally without this wire.

Have a smart thermostat without a C-wire and running into strange heating and cooling behavior? An HVAC pro like Morgner Inc. Air Conditioning & Heating can add a C-wire for you.

Our Pros Make Smart Thermostat Installation Easy

Upgrading your thermostat makes it a snap to stay on top of your heating and cooling costs while keeping your {house|residences|home comfortable. If you’re considering adding a Nest smart thermostat to your house, Morgner Inc. Air Conditioning & Heating can help you choose the right model for your needs and then professionally install it. Call us at 314-262-4541 to get started now!