Thermostat Repair & Installation in Wichita, KS

Blank screen, wrong temperature, or a furnace that never gets the call for heat? Slater Heating and Cooling diagnoses, repairs, and installs thermostats across Wichita and nearby suburbs. We are family-owned (opened January 2021). Call (316) 351-8894 when you are not sure whether the problem is the thermostat or the furnace — a fall tune-up for $89/season often settles that question before you buy parts.

Signs your thermostat needs attention

Display is blank, dim, or frozen
Room temperature does not match the setpoint
Heat or cool never starts even when the thermostat is calling
Short cycling, constant fan, or schedules that will not stick
Wi-Fi / smart thermostat offline or failing to hold settings after a power blip
Uneven comfort after you already changed the filter

What we do

We start with a real diagnosis: power at the thermostat, control wiring, and whether the furnace or air handler is actually receiving a call for heat or cool. Then we repair when it makes sense, or install a replacement — basic digital or smart models such as Nest, Ecobee, and Sensi when they fit your system and wiring. We set it up so heating season startups are reliable, explain the settings in plain language, and leave you with clear next steps.

Not sure if it is the thermostat or the furnace? That is common on cold Wichita mornings. Call (316) 351-8894. We will tell you straight. If the equipment needs service rather than a new control, our seasonal furnace tune-ups are $89/season — see HVAC maintenance & tune-ups.

Related heating help

If the thermostat looks fine but nothing happens, read furnace not turning on in Wichita and our furnace repair page. For seasonal startup tips, see how to prepare your furnace for a Kansas winter. No heat after hours? 24/7 emergency HVAC.

Schedule thermostat service

Call (316) 351-8894 for thermostat repair or installation in Wichita, KS. Up-front explanations, owner-operated service, and honest guidance when a $89 fall tune-up is the smarter first step.

Frequently Asked Questions

My thermostat is blank — batteries or power?
Many battery models simply need fresh batteries. Others are hardwired and may have a tripped breaker, loose C-wire, or a failed transformer. We check both before recommending a replacement.

Why won’t heat call the furnace?
A bad thermostat, incorrect Heat/Cool mode, wiring issues, or a furnace safety lockout can all look the same from the living room. We verify the thermostat output and the equipment response so you do not replace the wrong part.

Are smart thermostats worth it in Kansas?
They can help with schedules, remote adjustments during Wichita temperature swings, and clearer staging on heat pumps. They are not magic — a dirty filter or failing furnace still needs service. We help you decide based on your system, not a sales script.

Do you install Nest, Ecobee, or Sensi?
Yes, when your furnace/air handler wiring and power support them. We confirm compatibility on site, install carefully, and walk you through the app basics.

Can a bad thermostat look like a bad furnace?
Absolutely. No call for heat, short cycling, or a fan that never stops often starts at the control. That is why we diagnose before we quote a furnace repair — and why a $89/season tune-up is useful when symptoms are mixed.

How much does thermostat installation cost?
It depends on the model, existing wiring (especially a C-wire), and whether other control issues show up during diagnosis. We explain options and give you an up-front price before work begins — call (316) 351-8894 for a quote rather than guessing online.

My thermostat is blank — batteries or power?

Many battery models simply need fresh batteries. Others are hardwired and may have a tripped breaker, loose C-wire, or a failed transformer. We check both before recommending a replacement.

Why won’t heat call the furnace?

A bad thermostat, incorrect Heat/Cool mode, wiring issues, or a furnace safety lockout can all look the same from the living room. We verify the thermostat output and the equipment response so you do not replace the wrong part.

Are smart thermostats worth it in Kansas?

They can help with schedules, remote adjustments during Wichita temperature swings, and clearer staging on heat pumps. They are not magic — a dirty filter or failing furnace still needs service. We help you decide based on your system, not a sales script.

Do you install Nest, Ecobee, or Sensi?

Yes, when your furnace/air handler wiring and power support them. We confirm compatibility on site, install carefully, and walk you through the app basics.

Can a bad thermostat look like a bad furnace?

Absolutely. No call for heat, short cycling, or a fan that never stops often starts at the control. That is why we diagnose before we quote a furnace repair — and why a $89/season tune-up is useful when symptoms are mixed.

How much does thermostat installation cost?

It depends on the model, existing wiring (especially a C-wire), and whether other control issues show up during diagnosis. We explain options and give you an up-front price before work begins — call (316) 351-8894 for a quote rather than guessing online.

Slater Heating and Cooling LLC is a family-owned HVAC company serving Wichita, KS and nearby towns. Opened January 2021. Call (316) 351-8894. Seasonal maintenance $89/season. Office hours Monday–Friday 9am–5pm; 24/7 emergency HVAC service available when your heat or AC fails. Service area includes Derby, Andover, Maize, Goddard, Haysville, Mulvane, Clearwater, Valley Center, Rose Hill, Benton, Park City, Bel Aire, and Augusta.