Smart homes are homes fitted with lighting, heating and electronics that can be accessed via a device. The device in question is usually a computer, phone or tablet. Using these devices, you can monitor, alter, and automate other devices and their processes.
What Devices Are In A Smart Home?
A variety of devices can be found inside a smart home, depending on the needs of the people living there. Here are just some of the devices that can be found:
Automated Thermostats And Heating Controls
Automated thermostats and heating controls use your home’s wireless internet connection to let you control the temperature with another device. With automated systems, such as Nest, you can adjust your heating from your own smartphone or other devices.
What’s more, these controls can be automated. You can set the exact times you want your heating to come on or turn off with the tap of a touchscreen. Moreover, many of these devices can learn. They notice what temperature you like when you’re at home. Many will even have the option to automatically turn off when they notice you are away.
This element of smart homes optimises energy usage and can potentially save you serious money on your energy bills.
Automated Doorbell Installations
Automated doorbells are more than their name suggests. Rather than doorbells, they are more like digital receptionists for your home.
They can see who’s at the door with a built-in camera. They have built-in microphones, allowing you to speak to whoever’s at the door from your phone, no matter where you are. This has a variety of uses for the discerning smart home user:
- Answering The Door – ultimately, a doorbell is still perfectly useful as its namesake.
- Security – its camera doubles its functionality by also working as a security camera.
- Handling Parcels – never miss another delivery. Even if a postman catches you while you’re out, you can connect and direct them on where to leave it.
Remote Controlled Entrance Gates
If you live in a gated property, then you shouldn’t have to worry about stopping at the gate, getting out, and unlocking it every time you enter. Simply use the app of your choice to automate the process.
Automated Garage Doors
Ditch those unreliable garage keys. With an automated garage door, you never have to worry about access again. Simply use your phone as you pull into the drive to open your garage door remotely.
Lighting Systems
We’re all had that moment where we’re sitting in bed, wondering if we left the light on in the kitchen. Now, you can check from the comfort of… just about anywhere. With the tap of a touchscreen, you can turn all the lights in your house on and off as you like. This isn’t just convenient; it can also save you energy in the long term.
Contact Us For Smart Home Installations
At J Thompson Electrical Contractors, we understand that you deserve a more effective, more convenient home. One that adapts to your needs and not the other way around. That’s why we’re devoted to bringing you the best in smart home devices.
Our expert team is dedicated to putting their years of industry experience to work for you. We strive to provide you with a seamless installation that minimises any disruption to your home.
Contact us today to find out more about what our smart home devices can do to make your life easier. All quotations are free and without obligation, so don’t wait and get in touch!