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Home Automation Buying Guides

For some it may be something as simple as remote or automatic control of a few lights.  For others, security may be the central application.  Still others may choose to install advanced controllers or use voice recognition.  As a very basic definition, we tend to refer to home automation  as anything that gives you remote or automatic control of things around the home.

Creating a Technological Home

Lighting

  • This is most popular control category for home automation.  You can purchase a starter kit at an affordable price and be in control of your lighting from anywhere in your house... or on the web!

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Security Systems

  • With a home security system, you can have your home call you and/or your loved ones if there is an alert situation.  Also look for services that allow you to unlock from afar and control your garage door entries.

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Home Theatre

  • Just imagine replacing that pile of remotes with one controller.  You can skip the steps it normally takes to start everything up and look for products that give you media at the push of one button.  

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Temperature

  • Home thermostats allow you to control the temperature of your home at all times.  With a remote control model, you can raise or lower the temperature on your way home from work or in the bedroom. 

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Outdoors

  • There are ways to control how much water your plants get as well as maintain the security of your property.  Turn your sprinklers on ONLY when it's not raining or only when there is motion in the yard. 

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Related Guides

External Links

  • DoItYourself.com:  Articles and resources for a variety of DIY home automation projects.
  • HomeAutomationForum.com:  Automation discussions, reviews, articles, and more.
  • LifeHacker.com:  An article describing the top ten home automation products. 
  • SmartHome.com:  The SmartHome Learning Centre is full of solutions, reviews, tips, videos, and interactive demos. 

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