@paulg I don't think they're designed for large/commercial buildings with single huge rooms w/ lots of windows.
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@paulg: installed Nest thermostats. Design does not end with the case, guys.”Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg: We installed Nest thermostats at YC and frankly it has been a disaster. Design does not end with the case, guys.”Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg I've made my own PID (semi smart) thermostat using Arduino, 433 MHz transmitter, RC controlled 240 outlets, and electric oil heater.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg interesting, and precisely the opposite of my experience (we have two, in our home): works flawlessly and adapts effortlessly.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg I'm fairly certain they weren't designed for commercial buildings. HVAC in a 40K sqft office is more complex than a 2K sqft home. - 1 more reply
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@paulg Please tell us what the problem you had with the Nest Thermostat was.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg wasn't Nest for homes only...where only 4-5 members live...was it designed for an entire office at all? Just wondering!Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg@SethPJohnson@AlarmDotCom you should try empower thermostats from http://alarm.com ! Similar concept but better! Much better!Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg so what are the problems w/ the Nest sensors?Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg my biggest complaint is how closed the platform is - there's no good way to extend them.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg Now that I reread what I just wrote that came out kind of harsh. Sorry... best of luck.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg Probably shouldn't try screwing in lightbulbs either. The Nest is brilliant. Including the interface.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg aren't they designed for home use?Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg could you elaborate?Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@paulg My experience with Nest exceeded expectations. Home is always comfortable, less interaction from me required, energy bill reduced.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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