Let’s face it…a smarter home sounds great! Who wouldn’t want to have a home that is programmed to understand many of your wants and needs – often before you do!
But many homeowners are reluctant to embrace the benefits of a smarter home. They believe it may be too expensive and complicated! But if you know how to use a smart-phone, Wi-Fi, and can download apps, chances are you are capable of enjoying a smarter home.
Smart Hubs
If you plan on installing multiple smart products, it’s important to research hubs. Hubs are the “central intelligence” products that allow smart products to communicate with each other. There are many hub options available. More and more companies, including Google and Amazon, are getting into the smart home marketplace which is bringing the cost down. While hubs are becoming more secure, you should research usability options, product compatibility, and security features before investing in a hub.
Apps allow you to control smart products right from your phone.
As you add multiple smart products, such as lighting, door locks or a learning thermostat or control system, be sure each product can communicate with your central hub and are secure from hackers. This will allow you to control all of your smart products from the central hubs app. To make things even easier, some hubs come with starter kits that include many smart products.
But if you are looking to start with just one smart product, you do not have to purchase a hub. Individual smart products often come with their own app, allowing you to control that product right from your phone.
Contact Phoenix Mechanical to learn more about Smart Products that make your home more comfortable.
