My attempt to install a smart thermostat ended with a very confused delivery guy

I was halfway through wiring the new unit when the doorbell rang. The delivery guy had a package for me, but he saw the old thermostat guts on the floor and the wiring diagram in my hand. He just stared for a second and said, 'You know, my cousin tried that last month and his AC blew cold air in January.' He then handed me the box, a set of pliers, and wished me good luck before leaving. Has anyone else had a random stranger give you a dire warning mid-project?

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amy_murphy8512d ago

Sounds like that guy has seen some things. Free pliers are a solid consolation prize though.

sarah53111d ago

It's wild how many people have that one weird tool they got for free from some random situation. My neighbor has a socket wrench from a lost bet, and my dad's favorite hammer was left behind by a plumber. These little objects end up having way more story than stuff you buy.