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		Domenic_S on Jan 17, 2014 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Building an open source Nest Not at all, since 99.999% of homes have at least one light switch per room, and probably 80% of homes have only one thermostat.

nicksergeant on Jan 17, 2014 [–]

Homes with electric heat have many more thermostats, which probably isn't as uncommon as you think. But still, $20 -> $250 is quite the spread.

Domenic_S on Jan 17, 2014 | [–]

Homes with radiant electric heat have many more thermostats, yes.

jonhohle on Jan 18, 2014 | | [–]

Or forced air, in wall blowers.

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