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The ‘Wow’ Features of the Control4 Thermostat

The ‘Wow’ Features of the Control4 Thermostat

Control4 is the long-standing home automation tech giant that has infiltrated all areas of the smart home, from the way we entertain friends and families, to how we secure our homes and even home heating and cooling systems. The Control4 Wireless Thermostat is just...

The 4 Control4 App Capabilities that Made Summer So Much Cooler

The 4 Control4 App Capabilities that Made Summer So Much Cooler

In New England, we love summer. But, let’s face it: this year was a scorcher. In fact, this summer’s heat brought on some of the highest temperatures we’ve seen in years. Luckily, our smart home automation provides relief during any heatwave, with assistance from the...

Does Smart Home Automation Increase Property Value?

Does Smart Home Automation Increase Property Value?

Good news, whole home automation increases both your home’s curb appeal to potential buyers and your property value. Since home automation helps you run a more efficient, cost-effective household and save on your home owner’s insurance, all while letting you enjoy a...

Smart Home Devices vs. Whole Home Automation

Smart Home Devices vs. Whole Home Automation

We hear many misconceptions about the differences between whole home automation also known as a "Smart Home" and smart home devices like Alexa, Nest, and Google. If you think you can get a smart home by purchasing a device on Amazon or Best Buy, you might want to read...

10 Tips for Using Lighting to Design Your Outdoor Space

10 Tips for Using Lighting to Design Your Outdoor Space

Outdoor lighting used to mean flipping on the carport or house lights, or maybe turning on a security light on a pole. Those lights lit up the night, but in a harsh, and not always a useful or directed way. They tended to be unshielded and created a lot of unwelcome...

Home Automation Tips: Lighting Control for Your Home

Home Automation Tips: Lighting Control for Your Home

When people first think of home automation, they often think of lighting control. In fact, it’s one of the first smart home features people implement into their homes. And for good reason! Lighting control has many benefits – convenience, safety, and aesthetic being...

The Top Four Home Automation Features He’ll be Sure to Love

The Top Four Home Automation Features He’ll be Sure to Love

While May is all about the amazing mom’s out there, June is for the dad’s. You want a way to show your husband just how thankful you are for all he does, but you’re itching to do something different and more special this year. Chances are that you’ve probably heard...

5 Common Home Automation Mistakes

5 Common Home Automation Mistakes

More and more homeowners are beginning to implement home automation features into their homes. Whole home audio, climate control, keyless alarms – these features are meant to enhance your life and make things a whole lot simpler. It’s no wonder everyone wants a...

The Top Six Smart Home Features Buyers Want

The Top Six Smart Home Features Buyers Want

Smart home features used to be considered a luxury, and though they are still very luxurious, they’ve also become expected. Homeowners are adding features to their existing homes, while buyers are looking for them during the house hunt. Builders, architects and...

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7 Genius Uses for Smart Home Sensors

7 Genius Uses for Smart Home Sensors

At the heart of most smart home products are smart sensors designed to react automatically to the world around them. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned smart home enthusiast, smart home sensors provide simple solutions to common problems around the house. Here’s...

Connecticut Smart Home Trends to Consider Adding to Your Home

Connecticut Smart Home Trends to Consider Adding to Your Home

The smart home concept has changed significantly over the years. It has moved beyond smart home light bulbs and door locks to include more holistic features that work together to power your home. If you're in Connecticut and want to push your smart home to new levels,...