The best way to make a home feel truly luxurious and from the future is to make it as connected as possible. Here are 6 ways you can make your home “smarter”:
Remote Access. Remote access can let you check in on your home through cameras and video surveillance, unlock the door to let the cleaners in with electronic key capability, and even turn on the entertainment system for that in-law who can’t figure out the remote — and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Remote access can give you remarkable peace of mind, and it’s incredibly convenient to have complete control while away.
Thermostat. A smart thermostat is a great energy-efficient upgrade you can make to your home. It offers the convenience of setting a heat/cool schedule so you can sleep cooler (and better) throughout the night and stay warmer during the day, and it provides the ability for remote accessibility while you’re away.
Advanced Security. While traditional home-security systems alert authorities in the event of a fire, break-in or other disaster, the advanced security of the automated home goes much further. For starters, many smart home surveillance systems can send intelligent notifications that differentiate between welcome guests and strangers. The best part is an advanced home-security system, as part of your home automation installation, is fully customizable to your specific security needs.
Lighting/Automated Windows. Together, wireless lighting control and automated window treatments allow you to control every aspect of your home lighting and diminish unsightly wall clutter such as excessive switches. Lighting systems can be set to fully automated schedules that will turn off, dim or brighten whenever you want. Some systems can even detect whether you are away from home and turn off the lights to maximize energy savings. Automated window treatments function similarly, controlling ambient outdoor lighting remotely.
Distributed Audio. Who doesn’t love to be in a home filled with music? Distributed audio makes that dream a reality, connecting some or all rooms to your home network — and yes, it can integrate seamlessly with the other components of your smart home. With lighting and music control under your fingertips, you can create the ultimate dining experience complete with ambient lighting and soft jazz, get the lounge vibe for some good drinks or blast the cardio tunes in your fitness room without flipping a switch.
Pipe Protection. Living in Canada brings with it the possibility of pipes bursting over the cold winters—water damage can ruin not only your belongings, but also your foundation. You can protect your home with a Smart Water assistant that will literally shut off your water at the first sign of a pipe breaking.