Home Automation

Gone are the days of rotary phones, endless cords and bulky computer systems. Technology is ever-evolving, with more and more new ways to utilise tech to simplify your life.

Have you ever thought about ways in which you can make your own life that little bit easier by taking advantage of the powers of the latest technologies?

Home automation could be just the thing you’re looking for, allowing you to take control of your technology to simplify and ease those small tasks in life so you have less to worry about. With the latest high-tech system you can provide yourself luxury, security and comfort all from your electrical devices.

No more countless controls and confusing set up processes. With home automation you can set up all of your appliances and control them from one device.

What Is Home Automation?

Home automation is the control of the electrical devices in your home. These devices all connect to the internet, meaning they can be accessed and controlled remotely and can also trigger one another.

This allows you, for example, to set your thermostat to automatically turn on and off at set times throughout the day. You’d even have control over appliances like your lighting, so you can schedule them to switch on in the morning when you wake up without having to physically flip the switch.

There are multiple devices that can be connected, from security to entertainment features, everything you use daily can now be controlled and managed in a more streamlined manner. As technology development expands, so does the opportunities for consumer home automation to make your life more enjoyable and less stressful.

How Does Home Automation Work?

Home automation works through a network of devices that are connected to the internet through communication protocols like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Through electronic interfaces, these devices can be managed remotely through controllers like voice assistant, tablets and mobile applications.

Home automation works on three main aspects:

Monitoring

Control

Automation

Home automation can work for devices such as lighting, heating, blinds, security cameras and alarms. Depending on what electronic devices you have set up, these 3 aspects will allow you to do things like change the view of your security cameras, set up timers for devices and automate devices to trigger one another.

Controlling Your Devices

One of the greatest aspects of home automation is the power of remote control. This can be done through a mobile application, touch screen or a hand-held remote.

With both a mobile application and touch screen device, the icons displays are easily identifiable and responsive giving you immediate control over any smart device in your home. A hand-held remote is specifically suited for entertainment purposes, allowing you to change lighting and sound settings.

Benefits Of Home Automation

Manage all of your devices from one place

Home automation gives you the convenience of connecting all your devices to one interface. In theory, all you’d have to do is learn how to use one app or tablet that allows you to access, manage and control all your other devices. This cuts down the learning curve making it accessible to anyone and provides the means to truly set up your home features just the way you want.

Flexible with new devices

Smart home technology is very flexible and accommodating when it comes to new devices and appliances. Being able to seamlessly integrate new technology into your smart home allows you to keep up with new tech and easily change and upgrade your devices with minimal hassle.

Boost home security

By incorporating security features with your home automation system you can provide yourself with more control and peace of mind that your home is safe. With features such as home surveillance cameras, motion detectors, and automatic locks, you can be sure that your security will keep a watchful eye whilst you sleep. You can set up your devices to receive alerts and notification upon alarms being triggered, so you always know what’s going on even when you’re not physically at home.

Remote Access

One of the biggest benefits of home automation is the power to access your appliances and devices from a distance. As the colder months approach, you can set your heating to turn on and warm your house up before you get home. Someone’s at the door? Check who it is before you answer. You can even see that unused appliances are switched off when you’re away to save you energy and money.

Energy Efficiency

Depending how you choose to use your smart home technology, it’s possible to make your home more energy efficient. For example, you can program your smart blinds to open on hot days lessening the need for the heating to be on. Your lights can even be set to switch off automatically when you leave the room, so you don’t waste electricity and unnecessarily increase your energy bill!

Systems

Systems such as KNX are the perfect solution for building automation by offering complete simple and most of all reliable control of all building functions. Here at Redington Electrical, we are an approved installer of both Control4 and Elan central control systems which offer the perfect partnership to a KNX building control system.

We have an extensive inventory of advanced systems with the variety to satisfy any architectural design and a great selection of styles and finishes for you to choose from. Turn your traditional house into a smart home and discover the endless benefits, from increased energy efficiency, all your devices integrated on to one easy to use system and the newly found luxury of being able to control your appliances and devices from the touch of a button.

To find out more about our electrical installation, turning your home into a smart home, give us a call on 01329 832067 or fill out our online form.