Today we’re going to explore the exciting world of home automation and share some top tips that will help you transform your house into a modern, smart and well-oiled machine. Thanks to the wide array of different possibilities home automation has to offer, you can make it more comfortable, convenient and also energy-efficient. Here are the top tools and devices you need to make it all happen.
Smart Hub
A smart hub is like your very own home automation command centre. This is where all the magic happens. We’d recommend choosing a hub that can be paired up with a large amount of different smart home devices and solutions. This is the best way to ensure the whole painstaking integration process is smooth and seamless – and believe us, it can be quite tricky.
With your own smart hub, you can have full control over lighting, temperature, security, as well as your home cinema system. All that through a single interface. An absolute must-have.
Make Your Voice Heard
Voice control can be a real life-changer – no doubt about it. And it’s high time we all embraced it properly. It brings a whole new level of convenience and comfort to the table. The most popular models, like Alexa or Google Assistant, require as little as a simple command to complete the assigned task. You can easily adjust lighting, volume, and play your favourite tunes – with all these amazing features, it’s definitely earned its place among home automation staples.
Lighting Automation
We’ve already mentioned lighting – and for a good reason. Although using a traditional switch isn’t exactly cumbersome, it’s a still great feature.
If you had to choose only one automation-related solution for whatever reason – this is the one to get. And a lot of people choose to do so, mainly due to its affordability. Smart bulbs and smart switches are enough to set up your lighting automation. And it’s not just about comfort or convenience – it also makes your house much more energy efficient. Yes, you can save some money on your bills. Plus, custom settings are incredibly helpful. You can either control them remotely (via an app, for example) or program them to turn on and off at a specific time of the day. Models on a higher end in terms of price are equipped with motion sensors, so the solution knows exactly if someone’s in the room or not. Things like adjusting the intensity, sometimes even changing colours or dimming the lights are all at your fingertips. Perfect finishing touch to your home cinema room decor.
Control Your Environment
Smart thermostats are the next item on our list. Much like automated lighting, they bring great value, both increasing your own comfort and helping you save money on bills. You can adjust the system according to your schedule, daily routine or preference. High-end models study your patterns, learn and adapt to you and your family members all on their own. With a remote access feature, you can use your app to adjust it from anywhere.
Home Security
Security is one of the most important things, especially at home – the one place we can relax completely and forget about the outside world. Smart security systems are a foolproof way to feel safe and protected. You can easily keep an eye out on your entire property – even when you’re enjoying some vacation with your family. The app can send you alerts about any attempts of unauthorized (and authorized) access, keeping a log with specific times your door or entry gate was opened and closed. An extremely useful tool that can be integrated with smart locks and security blinds.
Comfort
Home automation has revolutionized the way we interact with our homes, offering convenience, energy efficiency, and enhanced security levels. Take full advantage of all the amazing products today’s technology brought to us, and transform your house.
