Thermostat and Smart Controls in Greater Fort Wayne
Get expert thermostat and smart control installation, setup, and repair today. Doc Dancer, Inc. is locally owned since 1946 with NATE-certified techs and a 4.9 rating from 2,101 reviews. Serving the Greater Fort Wayne area, including Fort Wayne, New Haven, and Auburn. Our Safety & Efficiency Agreement adds priority service, no overtime charges, and repair discounts. As seasons shift, we’ll optimize comfort and savings. First-time thermostat service customers can save 10%. Call or schedule online for friendly help.
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Why Homeowners Recommend Us
"Upgraded our thermostat and app, then walked us through using each. Professional and courteous."
"Taught me to use my new Ecobee and dialed in humidity. Answered every question."
"24 hr service came promptly on a Saturday and replaced the thermostat. Good to go again."
Answers to Common Questions
View All FAQsWhy Is My Smart Thermostat Not Connecting to Wi-Fi?
A smart thermostat usually fails to connect to Wi‑Fi because of weak signal, wrong network credentials, or router settings that block new devices. This most often shows up right after a new router, password change, or ISP equipment swap. Power issues can also look like Wi‑Fi trouble; if the screen reboots during setup, a low‑voltage “C‑wire” problem is likely, not a bad app. Technicians serving the Leo area often find routers set to 5 GHz only, while many thermostats need a 2.4 GHz band to join.
Try these quick checks:
- Connect it to a 2.4 GHz network name (SSID), not 5 GHz or hidden networks.
- Reboot the router and the thermostat, then wait two minutes for an IP address.
- Re‑enter the exact Wi‑Fi password; disable MAC filtering or add the thermostat’s MAC.
- Make sure the thermostat has steady power; cycling or dim screens need a C‑wire/transformer check.
If these steps fail, schedule a technician to test wiring and router compatibility before replacing anything.
Updated: 2026-02-11
Need help in Leo, IN? Call (277) 267 0744 or book online. “He was on time, very polite, and professional.” — Connie N.
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You can replace a basic like-for-like thermostat yourself, but pro installation is the safer choice for smart, heat pump, multi-stage, or zoned systems. Most DIY problems come from wiring mismatches and a missing common (C) wire that powers many Wi‑Fi models. A shorted low‑voltage transformer or miswired fan/heat call can leave you without heating or cooling. We install and program smart thermostats for homeowners in the Leo area and can integrate them with existing HVAC zoning. A small tech insight: we often find older labels reused incorrectly—swapping G and C can make the wall unit light up but keep the blower locked out.
Call a pro if any of these apply:
- More than two wires or unclear labels behind the old thermostat
- Your system is a heat pump, dual fuel, or multi-stage
- No C wire and you’re upgrading to a Wi‑Fi model
- You need zoning or app integration set up
Always shut off HVAC power at the breaker and label each wire before removal.
Updated: 2026-02-11
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Where We Work
What areas do you serve for thermostat and smart controls?
We serve the Greater Fort Wayne region, including Fort Wayne, New Haven, and Auburn. See the full service area list below for complete coverage.