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frontpageDLS4U | Staff posted Apr 9, 2025 5:56 PM

Select Utility Companies (Active Accounts): Google Nest Thermostat

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Various Utility Companies are offering for current Account Holders in Select States: a Google Nest Thermostat for as low as Free or the Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen + Room Sensor for as low $60 from select Utility Companies below (terms apply). Shipping fees may vary by location / provider.

Thanks to Staff Member DLS4U for sharing this deal.
  • Offer Notes:
    • Rebate amounts and qualifications vary by utility company; deeper discounts may require joining utility programs. Additional limitations and eligibility criteria, like central AC connection, may apply.
    • Participation in utility programs is voluntary, and you can opt-out without penalty after buying a discounted smart thermostat.
    • Utility companies offer discounts on other smart thermostat brands as well
    • *Terms apply. Visit the energy provider's website for details. Google Nest Thermostat MSRP is $129.99, excluding taxes and shipping.
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Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional deal ideas, details & refer to the comments below for discussion.
  • Offer valid for a limited time only / while supplies last at select eligible Utility Companies.
  • Pricing and participating may vary.

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Various Utility Companies are offering for current Account Holders in Select States: a Google Nest Thermostat for as low as Free or the Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen + Room Sensor for as low $60 from select Utility Companies below (terms apply). Shipping fees may vary by location / provider.

Thanks to Staff Member DLS4U for sharing this deal.
  • Offer Notes:
    • Rebate amounts and qualifications vary by utility company; deeper discounts may require joining utility programs. Additional limitations and eligibility criteria, like central AC connection, may apply.
    • Participation in utility programs is voluntary, and you can opt-out without penalty after buying a discounted smart thermostat.
    • Utility companies offer discounts on other smart thermostat brands as well
    • *Terms apply. Visit the energy provider's website for details. Google Nest Thermostat MSRP is $129.99, excluding taxes and shipping.
Available:

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional deal ideas, details & refer to the comments below for discussion.
  • Offer valid for a limited time only / while supplies last at select eligible Utility Companies.
  • Pricing and participating may vary.

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wherestheanykey
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If you opted into one of the Renew programs, of course it was being fiddled with.

You agreed to let the power company remotely control your thermostat.

That is not the default for these, but that's why you get them cheaper through incentives.
wherestheanykey
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It's based on peak loads and blackout prevention.

So, yes, chances are that when it's really hot out, more people will be using their AC and thus peak load will be easier to hit.

But heat also puts more stress on the grid just because components get overworked and become less efficient the warmer they are.

However, there is a workaround. If you take the Nest offline, they won't be able to control it and you'll stay enrolled in Renew.

Just don't do this too often, as there's a monthly requirement for availability. They'll kick you out of the program, blacklist the device from being Renew eligible, and charge you for the thermostat.
Adeezl
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Interesting, as installation is pretty straight forward for homes made after 1950. I think the issue for most will be the the "enrollment" for their provider to control their temps remotely. If people want these, just get it outright and install it.. never let your utility company control anything in your house. worship

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Apr 9, 2025 7:53 PM
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techie_review101Apr 9, 2025 7:53 PM
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Google nest 4th with room sensor for $60 for ecobee premium for $55 ??

Georgia power here btw
Apr 9, 2025 8:48 PM
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teknomanApr 9, 2025 8:48 PM
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I need some recommendations. I have a Nest 3rd Gen. Should I upgrade to the 4th Gen, or make the switch to Ecobee?

I currently mostly use HomeKit. I have some Google devices (Nest Protect, RIP) but I have a Starling Hub/bridge that brings them over. But one annoying thing is the Nest is also seen as (another) TV device. Another thing I researched is the Nest 4th Gen must use Google Home app, no Nest app nor webpage.
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GeoramiApr 9, 2025 9:07 PM
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We had one of these Nest thermostats already installed when we bought our house. Don't recommend it. Our temperature was always being fiddled with. Extremely annoying and off putting. Did our research (partly done here on SD) And swapped it out for an ecobee system from Costco. Couldn't be happier
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PLICApr 9, 2025 9:08 PM
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Quote from techie_review101 :
Google nest 4th with room sensor for $60 for ecobee premium for $55 ??

Georgia power here btw
Ecobee all the way
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KTOTAMApr 9, 2025 9:16 PM
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It forwards to https://www.poweredbyefi.org/ for MasSave and NH - is this site legit?
I can't get to those deals from the MasSave website, so it's kind of concerning.
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kchan26Apr 9, 2025 9:29 PM
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New York Con Edison not participating?
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Quote from KTOTAM :
It forwards to https://www.poweredbyefi.org/ for MasSave and NH - is this site legit?
I can't get to those deals from the MasSave website, so it's kind of concerning.
MassSave is legit. It's the state's energy efficiency, weatherization, greening agency. Discounts on insulation, heat pumps, heating, water tanks, free LEDs for incandescents, etc. Great resource. Have your home inspected if you have not already.

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KTOTAMApr 9, 2025 9:39 PM
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Quote from FancyWalrus773 :
MassSave is legit. It's the state's energy efficiency, weatherization, greening agency. Discounts on insulation, heat pumps, heating, water tanks, free LEDs for incandescents, etc. Great resource. Have your home inspected if you have not already.
I know that MassSave is legit. But those posted deals are NOT on the MassSave main website, so I was asking about https://www.poweredbyefi.org/ (the same site is used for New Hampshire)
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Quote from Georami :
We had one of these Nest thermostats already installed when we bought our house. Don't recommend it. Our temperature was always being fiddled with. Extremely annoying and off putting. Did our research (partly done here on SD) And swapped it out for an ecobee system from Costco. Couldn't be happier
If you opted into one of the Renew programs, of course it was being fiddled with.

You agreed to let the power company remotely control your thermostat.

That is not the default for these, but that's why you get them cheaper through incentives.
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Quote from KTOTAM :
I know that MassSave is legit. But those posted deals are NOT on the MassSave main website, so I was asking about https://www.poweredbyefi.org/ (the same site is used for New Hampshire)
I can vouch for the site. Have ordered and received free/inexpensive Sensi thermostats here in NH
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TylerTmanApr 9, 2025 10:21 PM
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Very nice list! If you click around at your states energy site there are typically other smart thermostat options if Google nest isn't your thing. I also had the ecobee for $24.
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hmmwvApr 10, 2025 12:40 AM
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Awesome deal, got the peasant version Nest for $1.
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sinvayneApr 10, 2025 12:48 AM
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Read up on the Power Manager program if it's in your state. Don't have personal experience but sounds like they have control of your thermostat during peak power times. Like if it's extremely hot, they will raise your thermostat temperature.
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techie_review101Apr 10, 2025 1:11 AM
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Quote from sinvayne :
Read up on the Power Manager program if it's in your state. Don't have personal experience but sounds like they have control of your thermostat during peak power times. Like if it's extremely hot, they will raise your thermostat temperature.
But be careful if you have solar you can't opt in

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Quote from sinvayne :
Read up on the Power Manager program if it's in your state. Don't have personal experience but sounds like they have control of your thermostat during peak power times. Like if it's extremely hot, they will raise your thermostat temperature.
It's based on peak loads and blackout prevention.

So, yes, chances are that when it's really hot out, more people will be using their AC and thus peak load will be easier to hit.

But heat also puts more stress on the grid just because components get overworked and become less efficient the warmer they are.

However, there is a workaround. If you take the Nest offline, they won't be able to control it and you'll stay enrolled in Renew.

Just don't do this too often, as there's a monthly requirement for availability. They'll kick you out of the program, blacklist the device from being Renew eligible, and charge you for the thermostat.
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