One of the first and most impactful automations I build for my clients is the “Welcome Home” scene. There’s a universal, almost primal discomfort in returning to a dark, silent, …
How to Create an Automated Welcome Home Scene Read More
At the end of a long day, the last thing anyone wants to do is embark on the “grand tour” of their own house—walking from room to room, flipping off …
A Step-by-Step Guide: The “Good Night” Routine That Turns Everything Off with One Command Read More
As a smart home professional, I believe the best automations are the ones you forget are even there. They work so seamlessly in the background of your life that they …
How I Use Motion Sensors to Automate My Hallway and Bathroom Lights Read More
If you’ve spent any time in the smart home world, you know the standard advice for smart plugs: use them to control lamps, fans, and maybe your holiday lights. And …
Creative Ways to Use Smart Plugs You Haven’t Thought Of Read More