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Step-By-Step Guide to Install a Smart Home Wi-Fi Thermostat | The Home Depot

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Skill Level

Beginner

Time Required

< 1 hr

Estimated Cost

$50–200

Permit Required

No

Tools Needed

Phillips head screwdriver, painter's tape, smartphone
Check out our new video on thermostats for more information: https://thd.co/3rS9os1 Control your home’s temperature from anywhere. You can install a programmable WIFI thermostat yourself. All you’ll need is a Phillips head screwdriver, painter’s tape, your smartphone and these simple step-by-step instructions. Check out the Home Thermostats playlist for more tips: https://thd.co/2yW3lqd 0:00 Intro 0:19 Turn Off Electrical Power 0:43 Remove Existing Thermostat 1:11 Separate Electrical Wires 1:44 Add Anchors & Mounting Plate 2:35 Connect Wires & Wifi Thermostat 2:54 Restore Electrical Power 2:59 Activate & Link Thermostat #TheHomeDepot #HomeImprovement #DIY SUBSCRIBE to The Home Depot: http://thd.co/2iib0HE Stay Comfy. Be Smart. Save Money. We have all the thermostat brands and styles you need: https://thd.co/2hAU1AX FAQs: Q. Should I turn off the power before installing a WIFI thermostat? A. Yes, always turn off the power at your breaker box for safety. Q. What tools will I need to install a Wi-Fi thermostat? A. You’ll need a Phillips head screwdriver, tape to keep the wires organized and a hammer. Q. How do I keep the thermostat wires from falling back into the wall? A. You can wrap the wires around a pencil or tape them to the wall. Related How-To Guides: How to Install a Thermostat - Save on utility bills by installing an energy-efficient thermostat. https://www.homedepot.com/c/ah/how-to-install-a-thermostat/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90ebfe13c6 How to Install a Motion Sensor- Motion sensor lights are easy to install. This step-by-step guide explains how to install a motion sensor light for your home. https://www.homedepot.com/c/ah/install-a-motion-sensor-light/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90ba5560ca 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 Smart Home Wi-Fi Thermostat | The Home Depot https://www.youtube.com/user/homedepot