As technology continues to charge forward, it brings with it amazing ways to make life easier and future-proof your home.
Smart home technology feels like a bit of a buzzword.
But, it is actually one of the best investments to make your home more efficient, secure and better to live in!
You can start with a few things here and there or go into Jetsons mode and bring your whole home into the age of digital.
Whatever method you choose to take, working with an experienced electrician will help to ensure you get a smart home installation that meets your family’s specific needs.
What Is Smart Home Technology?
Smart home technology is often used as a blanket term to describe anything digital in your home. But, it’s a little more sophisticated than that. It actually refers to the systems and devices that can be controlled remotely via smartphone, tablet, or voice commands.
Pretty much anything can be made ‘smart’ if you have the right technology and it is all done in the name of making your home safer, more comfortable or more energy efficient.
The most common things to add to a smart home network are your lighting, heating and entertainment devices. But, you don’t have to stop there. You can also link home security devices, cameras, appliances, irrigation, blinds, ventilation and more.
A Little Bit Smart, Or A Lot
One of the best things about smart home technology is that you can add as little or as much as you like, it is totally scalable. You don’t need to deck out your whole home to enjoy the benefits that automation can bring.
Here are just some of the ways you can make your home smart:
Basic Smart Upgrades
If you are just getting started and want to dabble in smart home features, you can choose simple upgrades like smart lighting systems, WiFi-controlled power points, and an integrated sound system to make life that little bit easier.
These kinds of smart features are easy to use and control, often able to be mastered from your smartphone or a control pad. You can get guidance on how these systems might work in your home from an experienced electrician, like the team here at Retrolec. We can help to seamlessly integrate these features into your existing electrical setup.
Intermediate Smart Home Features
If you are ready to move beyond the basics and kick things up a notch, you could consider SmartVent home ventilation or a home security system.
SmartVent is all about continuous home ventilation. It is an intuitive system that learns your heating and cooling preferences, along with maintaining your indoor air quality. Super easy to control via an app, it makes your home more comfortable to live in and adjusts key elements automatically to improve your energy efficiency.
Home security is another popular smart feature in many modern homes. Systems that include alarms, cameras and front door alerts can be monitored from your phone, giving you safety and peace of mind whether you are at home or away.
Total Automation
If you are a technology enthusiast, you might want to go the whole hog and make your entire home ‘smart’. Full smart home automation will include your lighting, heating, cooling, appliances and entertainment systems via one unified platform.
Full automation allows you to control everything via an app or by using voice commands. We can work closely with you to design a customised smart home system that suits your lifestyle and offers you maximum convenience.
Why Choose Smart Home Technology?
You and your family can enjoy numerous benefits when you access the power of smart home technology. These are just some of the perks:
Energy Efficiency
Smart systems for your heating, lighting and appliances can help you reduce energy consumption by giving you greater control over your home’s power usage. By implementing tools like motion sensors and scheduling, you can ensure your lights and appliances are only used when needed. This energy conservation is not only good for the planet, but it can help to lower your power bill too.
Convenience
Imagine controlling your home’s security, temperature, or appliances from your phone, whether you are in bed or halfway across the world! Smart home systems offer super levels of convenience, making those daily tasks easier and more efficient.
Better Security
When you take your home smart, you can add all new levels of security like motion-activated cameras, smart doorbells, and automated locks. These are not cookie cutter solutions either, they can be customised to fit your security needs. You can monitor and control these features in real time, ensuring your home is safe even when you're not there.
Flexibility
Whether you are adding systems to your current home or building new, smart home systems are highly flexible in what they can offer. You can start small with a few devices and expand as your needs change or your appetite for technology grows!
Why Choose A Professional Electrician?
There are many smart home gadgets that you can install yourself. However, the proper integration of a complete smart system does require professional expertise. By working with the expert Retrolec team, we can ensure your smart home devices are installed correctly and safely.
Here’s how we can do that:
- System Compatibility: Not all devices work well together. We can recommend the solutions that will function seamlessly within your home, giving you a true Smart experience.
- Custom Solutions: Every home is different and so are your family’s needs. Whether you want a simple entertainment or ventilation upgrade or a fully integrated home, we can tailor an installation to meet your unique requirements.
- Ongoing Maintenance: If something goes wrong with your smart system or you would like to modify it, we are here to help. We can diagnose and fix any issues quickly or offer compatible solutions for upgrades.
Incorporating smart home technology is an investment in convenience, energy efficiency and security. Whether you are just starting or you are ready to fully automate your home, working with the Retrolec team will ensure your system suits your needs.
Ready to get smart? Then, get in touch with our team to chat about your smart goals and how we can help bring your home into the 21st century.
