If you have a dual fuel system, a whole-home humidifier/dehumidifier or a multi-speed fan, it is strongly recommended that you choose professional installation.

In most homes, installing a Google Nest thermostat is an easy DIY project that takes about 20-30 min. The Nest app’s step-by-step instructions make it easy to install and wire your thermostat, so use it as your main guide. Refer to this article if you need extra help.

The Nest Learning Thermostat works with 95% of 24 V heating and cooling systems, including gas, electric, forced air, heat pump, radiant, oil, hot water, solar and geothermal. This is based on data gathered through Nest’s online compatibility tool. Some systems, including heating-only, cooling-only, zone-controlled, and heat pump systems, require a C wire or the Nest Power Connector. Go to g.co/nest/cwire for details.

If you have a dual fuel system it is strongly recommended that you chooseprofessional installation. The display connector on the thermostat base is different for all three generations of the Nest Learning Thermostat. In addition, the connectors for the system wires are different between thermostat models. If you’d like to install your Nest thermostat yourself, everything you need is included in the box: They can program themselves to create a personalized schedule and turn down automatically to save energy when you’re away. You can control your thermostat from a phone, tablet, Google Home Hub or even an Android Watch or Apple Watch with the Nest or Google Home app. And, you can use your smart speaker or display to change the temperature with your voice—just say, “Hey Google, set the temperature to 68.”Our installation video will walk you through the steps to install your Nest thermostat and add it to your account in the Nest app. This cunning bit of kit automatically adjusts energy use to your routine. As you turn the temperature up and down, it gradually learns your schedule and creates one for you. Furthermore, the Auto-Away function tinkers with the temperature after you’ve left the house. It even automatically turns off the hot water if you’re away for a few days.