How Do You Install An Electronic Thermostat?
Your programmable electronic thermostat can help you cut one-third of your utility cost because it automatically adjusts the temperature in your home up or down depending on the schedule you set. Upgrading your existing thermostat is a move that can quickly pay for itself. You can save even more money if you install the electronic thermostat yourself. Turn your HVAC unit off by turning the appropriate circuit breaker to the “Off” position. Leaving the circuit breaker on when you install a new electronic thermostat could cause you to blow the transformer that powers the heater and air conditioning unit. Remove the existing thermostat from the wall by unscrewing the sub-base. Loosen the screws holding the wires on the back of your existing thermostat, and your existing wires will easily pull out. Wrap your wires around a pencil to keep them from falling back behind the wall. Add touchup paint to the area where your existing thermostat was. In many cases, your new electronic thermostat is