It’s no secret that we depend heavily on technology in nearly every aspect of our lives. Smartphones, computers and other devices help us work, stay in touch with others and give us endless entertainment. It’s no surprise that these technologies are making their way into our homes. After all, we all want life to be as easy as possible. Smart home control systems add security, while offering creature comforts like automatic temperature control, lighting and whole-house entertainment.
Security Systems
If you’ve ever left home only to realize that you can’t remember whether you locked the door, you understand how unnerving it is. Leaving the front door open is an invitation for someone to walk in and help themselves to your possessions. With smart home control systems in place, your home will automatically lock for you, and the alarm will engage to further protect your home. Cameras record everything that happens, inside and outside, while you’re gone, and alarms alert you, and the authorities, to any unusual activity. While you’re home, you can rest assured that the system will keep your family safe and secure.
HVAC and Lighting
Leaving the air conditioning, or furnace, running all day is a waste of energy and money. Smart home controls eliminate this waste and give you more control over your environment. Temperatures can be automatically adjusted during the day, and overnight, to keep your home comfortable. When you get home late in the evening after a long day of work, hands full of groceries, kids in tow, the last thing you want to do is fumble around to find a light switch. Lighting control systems allow you to program your lights, inside and outside, to go on and off at specified times. What’s more, with the swipe of your finger, you can flip switches before you even pull into the driveway.
Audio and Visual
Music, movies and television shows all hold our attention, keep us entertained and create a fun atmosphere during gatherings. Searching for the remote control, or going to another part of the house to make adjustments takes you away from the fun and your guests. However, audio/visual control systems give you the ability to adjust volume, queue up a playlist, or change the channel from any room in the house. Whether you’re home alone jamming to your favorite tunes, or entertaining the troops, you need only swipe your device, or press a button on a control panel, to enjoy the show.
Smart home control systems are making their way into more homes every day. They not only make life safer and more convenient, but they also provide endless hours of entertainment. Whether you’re constructing a new home, or upgrading your current one, contact us. We have installed these top-of-the-line, innovative solutions in many New York homes, and we look forward to helping you up your technology game.