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How to Install a Thermostat | The Home Depot

The Home Depot · 579K views · 4:13

Skill Level

Beginner

Time Required

< 1 hr

Estimated Cost

$50–200

Tools Needed

screwdriver, voltage tester, wire strippers, level
Learn how to replace your old thermostat with a programmable or Wi-Fi thermostat to make a big difference on your energy bills through the changing seasons. This video will teach you how to replace a thermostat or how to install a thermostat for the first time. You'll learn the steps for measuring, wiring and adjusting the thermostat to ensure the table is properly aligned. For more related videos, see our Home Thermostats playlist: https://thd.co/3jm8jEW Visit our How to Install a Thermostat guide for more details: https://thd.co/3xlIr0Y Follow the steps below to install a thermostat: 0:00 How to Install a Thermostat 0:15 Types of Thermostats 0:58 Tools & Materials 1:25 Step 1: Turn Off Power to HVAC System 1:38 Step 2: Separate & Label Wires 2:02 Step 3: Install New Thermostat Base 3:13 Step 4: Mount Thermostat & Restore Power Find even more DIY project ideas from The Home Depot: https://thd.co/DIYGuides #TheHomeDepot #HomeImprovement #DIY SUBSCRIBE to The Home Depot: http://thd.co/2iib0HE About The Home Depot: How doers get more done. We’re helping doers in their home improvement projects. Now you can take on more renovation projects with more know-how. Our step-by-step instructional DIY videos and expert advice will give you the confidence for your next project with hands-on learning. It’s a good time to be a doer. Follow The Home Depot: WEBSITE: https://thd.co/TheHomeDepotSite FACEBOOK: https://thd.co/TheHomeDepotFacebook TWITTER: https://thd.co/TheHomeDepotTwitter INSTAGRAM: https://thd.co/TheHomeDepotIG PINTEREST: https://thd.co/TheHomeDepotPinterest How to Install a Thermostat | The Home Depot https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_TxXw-NvVY