Google Nest thermostats use the activity and temperature data of their location to help keep your home comfortable and save energy. So you should leave your thermostat in the same place, even if it’s mounted on a stand. You typically shouldn’t move it unless you need to troubleshoot. For instance, you may need to move your thermostat if you’re having issues with a poor Wi-Fi or Heat Link connection.
Why the Nest thermostat needs to be left in one spot
You’ll make it difficult for your Nest thermostat to work as expected if you move it frequently. This can cause unexpected thermostat behavior, and you could get too warm or cold. For instance, don’t unplug it and take it to your bedroom at night, or put it next to your TV while you’re watching a show.
Use the app to control your thermostat in cases like these, it’s much more convenient.
If you must move your thermostat
If you need to clean, it’s fine to move your stand-mounted thermostat temporarily, but you should put it back in the same place, facing the same direction.
If you’re moving your thermostat to a new home, there are several things you should do.
How to move a Nest product to another home
If you’re having trouble with the Wi-Fi or Heat Link connection, you often only need to move your Nest thermostat a foot or two to fix a poor connection. But in some cases you’ll need to unplug your thermostat and move it further so it’s closer to your router or Heat Link.
If you want to move your thermostat to a more convenient spot that’s OK, but it should stay in its new location long term, and make sure that you place it according to the following guidelines.
Where to install or place your Nest thermostat
If you move your thermostat across the room or to another room entirely, it will need time to learn about its new spot. You might notice that it behaves differently while it’s learning. If your thermostat’s behavior causes trouble, you can reset its temperature schedule and Home/Away settings. This can help it learn more quickly about its new location.