How to Install a Nest Thermostat
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It’s easy to install the 3rd gen Nest Learning Thermostat. And it’s quick – most people install it in 30 minutes or less. Grab your smartphone and make sure you have access to your fusebox; you'll need it to turn off the power before safely installing your thermostat. Everything else you need is included with your Nest Thermostat.


Getting Started
View Nest's video installation guide for step-by-step directions on installing and setting up your new Nest Thermostat.
Use the Nest Thermostat PDF Installation Guide instead.
Need Help With Installation?
Get your answers from Nest Support using one of the contact methods below, or contact a Nest Pro to install your thermostat for you.

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Nest Pro
You can also have a Nest Pro set up and install your Nest Thermostat for you. After they've installed your Nest Thermostat, they'll give you a demo and answer any questions you have. Find a Nest Pro near you.
Grow Your Nest Family
Now that your Nest Thermostat is up and running, consider expanding your Nest home. Nest products are made to work together. In fact, each of the Nest products below talks to your Nest Thermostat to give you greater control and more peace of mind.
Nest Protect™ smoke + carbon monoxide alarm
Your heating system could be a source of carbon monoxide leaks or it could spread smoke through your home in a fire. If there’s a carbon monoxide leak, Nest Protect can tell your Nest Thermostat to turn off the heat. If Nest Protect detects smoke, your Nest Thermostat can turn off the fan.
Learn more about the Nest Protect
Nest Cam™ Indoor
If you have a Nest Cam, it can automatically turn on alerts when you set your Nest Thermostat to Away. So when you go on vacation, your thermostat turns itself down, and Nest Cam turns itself on.
Learn more about the Nest Cam Indoor
Nest Cam™ Outdoor
Nest Cam Outdoor is beautiful, weatherproof and can help keep your home safe. Security, rain or shine. On your phone 24/7.