Electric baseboard heaters are common in many North American homes, especially in older houses, cabins, and rental units. They’re simple, reliable, and effective—but traditional wall dials can make temperature control inconsistent and energy usage unpredictable. Many homeowners today want to replace those dials with a smart thermostat . That leads to one big question: Do smart thermostats work with electric baseboard heaters? The short answer: Yes — but only certain models. Here’s a simple explanation of what you need to know. Why Not All Smart Thermostats Are Compatible Most well-known smart thermostats like Nest and Ecobee are designed for 24V HVAC systems . Electric baseboard heaters, however, operate on 120V or 240V line voltage . Because of this voltage difference: 24V thermostats won’t work They can’t control the heater And they may be unsafe to install If your home uses baseboard heating, you must choose a line-voltage smart thermostat . What Makes a Line-...