How to Install a Smart Thermostat.
Buying a smart thermostat is a great way to save money and efficiently heat and cool your home. Before buying one, make sure it’s compatible with your heating and cooling system. You can follow these steps to ensure that it’s properly installed. Turn Your HVAC System Off The first thing to do is go to your breaker panel and turn off your entire HVAC system. This will prevent shorting electrical components while you’re moving wires around. Check your HVAC system’s thermostat to make sure it doesn’t turn on. Remove the Faceplate Remove the thermostat’s faceplate. It should just pop off, but you may need to remove a screw. Label the wires with stickers before moving to the next step. Remove the Backplate You can remove the wires from the backplate by either unscrewing them or pressing small tabs to release them. Use a screwdriver to remove the backplate from the wall. Add a C-Wire If your existing thermostat doesn’t have a C-wire, one will need to be added for the smart thermostat. The smart thermostat may come with this wire, or you’ll need to buy one. If you’re uncomfortable performing this task, hire an HVAC company to do it for...
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