Z-wave has long been celebrated for making home automation easy and accessible. So, finding Z-wave compatible button pushers should be easy, right? One Google search of “Z-wave button pusher,” and you’ll quickly find that this just isn’t the case. So, are there Z-wave compatible automated button pushers out there? And, if not, what other options … Read more
These days, just about every home appliance and fixture comes with wireless connectivity and smartphone control. This is great for anyone moving into a brand new house or looking to do a massive overhaul on everything they own. For most people, though, upgrading all old appliances and switches to smart products isn’t an option for … Read more
These days, just about everything in your home can be controlled from your phone. And, thanks to some forward-thinking companies, that list also includes your garage door. In this article, we’ll tell you exactly how these smart garage door controllers work, give you the lowdown on our favorite garage door opening apps, and dive into … Read more
We have researched and reviewed the best touchless kitchen faucets to help make your search painless. We’ve also outlined the various aspects of these high-tech fixtures in our included buyer’s guide, so you know what to consider before committing to any one product. Are you ready to upgrade your home to reduce the spread of … Read more
Smart showers give you the ultimate control over your shower experience. Depending on the model, you can enjoy digital temperature control, multiple outlet valve control, Wi-Fi integration and even voice control. Some systems even allows you to create multiple users so everyone can have their preferred temperature level programmed directly into the shower system. No … Read more
In this age of smartphones and AR, it’s no surprise that the modern home is more connected than ever before. Features commonly found in a “smart home” include doors that unlock themselves at the press of a virtual button, lights controlled with a simple voice command, and much more. Products like Google Home and Alexa … Read more
As the warm and cold seasons roll around, homeowners across the country are forced to engage the same conflict – the battle between remaining comfortable indoors and keeping energy costs down. While this battle has always placed an extra burden on homeowners’ shoulders, the rising cost of energy has caused some homeowners to question whether … Read more
Maybe you’ve had a package stolen, or maybe you want to be able to speak to someone on the other side of your door without opening it at nighttime? Maybe you’ve got to leave your kids at home but want them to be able to check to see if it’s okay to open the house … Read more
SmartThings is a brand of home automation hub that aims to centralize your smart home. Instead of having many different devices that operate independently and don’t talk to each other, SmartThings aims to tie all these devices into one system – making it easier to setup, manage and use. Cameras are just one type of … Read more
If you’ve ever had to go up or down the stairs in the dark, you were probably closer to a major accident than you may think. According to the National Safety Council, staircase & stairway accidents are the 2nd leading cause of accidental death in the US, leading to about 12,000 deaths per year. In … Read more
As technology advances, it becomes more and more involved in our daily lives. While the internet and automation used to only be for engineers & techies, the new generation of smart devices has made it easier than ever to put these innovations to work, starting at home. By making our houses “smart”, we can make … Read more