Smart thermostat

[chachee52]

Originally Posted by dpg

Hi would like to look into controlling our heat with a “smart thermostat” specifically starting the heat on the way up in the winter. The house doesn’t even have internet yet getting that soon. Doing some researching apparently some old furnaces don’t play well with this setup. Well there’s the possible problem the furnace is literally probably 40 hrs old!!! Who deals with these things and can set me up if possible would that be an electrician? Any suggestions for someone who maybe specializes in such things? I know the nest won’t work wondering if I have other options.. thanks..

I guess my question is why wouldn't it work?
I installed one at my cottage and it works fine. Just need to make sure you have a power wire going to the thermostat. If you don't than I have found that they do sell a power adaptor that you plug into the wall instead.
I have a Honeywell that works just like any other thermostat just has an app. Its an older one but does everything I need it to do.