For most of you, it’s been awhile since you’ve had an IQ test? The same can probably be said for the last time you asked yourself if your home is smart enough.
With the improvements in technology and the reliance on the integration of products and services, more and more homeowners are finding that there are many benefits to utilizing smart home technology including control lighting, climate, and security. Let’s examine the steps necessary to see if it makes sense for you:
1. Identify Your Needs and Budget
Let’s first determine which aspects of your home you want to upgrade. Do you want a sophisticated home entertainment system or do you want to enhance the security of your property? Whatever the reason, establishing a budget will help prioritize your purchases so you don’t overspend and only upgrade what you need to.
2. Ensure a Strong and Reliable Wi-Fi Network
The core of any smart home is a stable and high-speed internet connection. Invest in a strong router with good coverage, especially if you have a large house. Other upgrades you may need include Wi-Fi extenders or mesh systems to remove dead zones and guarantee seamless connectivity for all smart devices.
3. Select a Smart Home Hub or Ecosystem
Decide on a central platform to control your smart devices. The three most popular ecosystems are Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit.
4. Consider Smart Lighting
Smart lighting is probably the most economical and impactful upgrade. Smart bulbs matched with smart switches allow you to control brightness, hue, and scheduling via a smartphone app or voice command.
5. Install a Smart Thermostat
Non smart thermostats are energy and money wasters. A smart thermostat helps regulate temperature based on your habits, saving energy and money. These devices can be programmed and/or controlled remotely. Every degree matters.
6. Trusted Security with Smart Locks and Cameras
Smart locks combined with video doorbells and security cameras make sure your property and loves are protected. Lighting Technologies partners with Eagle Eye Networks, Avigilon, Hanwha and Ava to install the best video surveillance at the most affordable rates. We also work with these top manufacturers to install keyless entry capabilities: Brivo, Avigilon, and OpenPath.
7. Smart Plugs have Big Impact
Smart plugs are a low cost way to turn any regular appliance into a smart one. This enables you to schedule or remotely control power usage allowing for maximized efficiency.
8. Establish Automated Routines
Once you have multiple smart devices, use automation tools to control usage during peak periods as well as down time. All this can be done by a single command.
Final Thoughts
Lighting Technologies can help you all with all your electrical and technological needs. Our licensed technicians will work with you to assess your needs so you select the right solutions for your family and property. We have already helped many property owners in Delaware and Chester County Pennsylvania convert their home to a smart one.
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