{"id":35356,"date":"2021-09-03T07:20:31","date_gmt":"2021-09-03T11:20:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/?p=35356"},"modified":"2021-09-02T07:09:39","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T11:09:39","slug":"smart-homes-home-inspection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/smart-homes-home-inspection\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Homes &#038; Home Inspection"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"otherimage main\" id=\"1st\">first &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_01.jpg\" alt=\"checking for smart homes\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_01.jpg 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_01-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_01-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_01-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#2nd',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextimage.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/123rf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/123rf.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>What makes a smart home<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>\n<h5>Making Life Easier:<\/h5>\n<p>Gadgets for smart homes bring many benefits with them. Smart devices such as smart thermostats, blinds, and lighting may be controlled remotely from a homeowner&#8217;s smartphone.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">In addition to the great convenience they have, they give owners immense flexibility in their use. In many cases, smart features can improve home security and energy efficiency. They can even help homeowners save money on their energy costs. <\/li>\n<li class=\"h52header\">\n<h5>Can Be Expensive:<\/h5>\n<p>Of course, the downside of purchasing a smart home or outfitting one with smart features is the expense. Smart homes tend to be more expensive than their non-connective counterparts. This isn&#8217;t only because of their added functionality but also because there is greater demand among buyers for connected homes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Additionally, all the added functionality associated with smart home features requires specialized maintenance and repair professionals when something goes wrong. Also, when purchasing a smart home, you&#8217;ll need to ensure that your home inspector has plenty of experience inspecting smart homes. <\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Here, we&#8217;ll outline what to expect when inspecting smart homes and how to turn any home into the smart home of your dreams.<\/li>\n<li class=\"contentcomments\">\n<h6 class=\"plain\">What a future home may look like:<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Internet of Things (IoT):<\/h5>\n<p>the first you need for a smart, energy efficient home is IoT \u2013 that is internet of things \u2013 a system of interrelated computing devices \u2013 preferably with a direct internet connection via a line into the home or via satellite.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">With the internet connected, you can then build an IoT network that connects your all of your smart home devices to a control center where via a smart hub, desktop, laptop and\/or mobile device, you can manage and control any section of your home at your fingertips: <\/li>\n<li class=\"last link\"><span>view post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/what-a-future-smart-home-may-look-like\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">What a Future Smart Home May Look Like<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to next topic about checking for smart homes &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#2nd',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#1st',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=internet+of+things+for+the+home&#038;i=stripbooks&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">understanding IoT<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+networking&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">home networking<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=networking+kit&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">networking kit<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- resource script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more51\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">Supporting Resources (opens new win)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbesrealestatecouncil\/2020\/03\/20\/redefining-what-makes-a-smart-home-smart\/?sh=69125f081832\">WHAT MAKES: a smart home<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question bottomquest\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.androidauthority.com\/what-is-a-smart-home-806483\/\">WHY SHOULD YOU: want a smart home<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.techhive.com\/article\/3297744\/smart-home-guide-for-beginners-how-to-make-your-home-more-convenient-to-live-in.html\">INFO: smart home guide beginners<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite film\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/N_z4OaSuoAA\">YOUTUBE: how build retaining wall<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite compare bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"bottombreak\"><a href=\"\" onClick=\"scrollToElement('#shopservice',500); return false;\">SHOP: top IoT projects 2021 (scroll)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!----------- second section --------------------------------------------------><\/p>\n<p class=\"otherimage\" id=\"2nd\">second &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_02.jpg\" alt=\"checking for smart homes\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_02.jpg 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_02-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#3rd',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextimage.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/smart-home-screen-panel-monitor-on-a-wall-5WQB3UQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">envato.com<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>How to inspect a smart home<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>\n<h5>A Special Inspection:<\/h5>\n<p>A home inspection is a crucial aspect of buying any home, but smart homes require some additional expertise on the part of the home inspector. More advanced than traditional homes, smart homes can feature a wide range of tech devices and gadgets that require inspection know-how.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">During the inspection, smart home inspectors will have to ensure that smart features function correctly and, possibly, even guide buyers about the use and maintenance of these devices. <\/li>\n<li class=\"h52header\">\n<h5>Making Sure Everything Works Properly:<\/h5>\n<p>The fact is, a smart home can differ from a traditional home in several ways. For instance, some smart homes may feature smart locks. It&#8217;s relatively easy for an inspector to determine if conventional locks are functioning correctly, but to ensure that a smart lock works, they&#8217;ll need to take additional steps to test these digital gadgets. <\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Suppose you&#8217;re hiring an inspector to inspect your house before listing it on the real estate market. In that case, you&#8217;ll need to explain the types of smart features you have to ensure that the individual you hire understands all the technical aspects of these devices.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Fortunately, the boom in smart home upgrades and construction has led many inspectors to quickly obtain the skills they need to assess these connected houses. <\/li>\n<li class=\"contentcomments\">\n<h6 class=\"plain\">Let&#8217;s start with a smart home security:<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Upgrading Your Security:<\/h5>\n<p>A security system is a network of integrated electronic devices working in conjunction with a central control panel to protect against intruders. Security systems have become more versatile than ever.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">From digital security cameras to remote-controlled locks, automated security systems are now controllable from the phone.<\/li>\n<li class=\"last link\"><span>view post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/ways-to-upgrade-your-home-security-in-2021\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">5 Ways to Upgrade Your Home Security<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to next topic about checking for smart homes &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#3rd',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#2nd',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+home+security+system&#038;rh=n%3A3180341&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart home security<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=wifi+home+security+camera&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">wifi camera<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=wifi+video+doorbell&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">wifi video doorbell<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- resource script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">Supporting Resources (opens new win)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hondros.com\/resources\/blog\/inspect-smart-home\/\">HOW TO: inspect a smart home<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/picks\/the-best-diy-smart-home-security-systems\">INFO: DIY smart home security<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite film bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"bottombreak\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/0zImKKt0fJc\">YOUTUBE: multi-layer DIY home security<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon2\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- magazine script --><\/p>\n<div id=\"magtopics\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"takeout ideas\">May We Suggest Other <em>Photo Remodeling Ideas<\/em> About<br \/>\n&#8220;Home Safety Along With Automation&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><center><\/p>\n<div class=\"paragraph-row postremodelingideas\">\n<div class=\"column4 postideas-box\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/five-natural-disasters-to-protect-your-house-against\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/disaster_05.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/five-natural-disasters-to-protect-your-house-against\/\">Five Natural Disasters to Protect Your House Against<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column4 postideas-box\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/home-technologies-that-can-improve-your-interior\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/techadditions_01.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/home-technologies-that-can-improve-your-interior\/\">4 Home Technologies That Can Improve Your Interior<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column4 postideas-box\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/dont-become-victim-avoid-theft\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/preventtheft_01.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/dont-become-victim-avoid-theft\/\">Don\u2019t Become a Victim \u2013 What to Do to Avoid Theft<\/a><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/center><\/p>\n<p><!----------- third section --------------------------------------------------><\/p>\n<p class=\"otherimage\" id=\"3rd\">third &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_03.jpg\" alt=\"checking for smart homes\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_03.jpg 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_03-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_03-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#4th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextimage.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/123rf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/123rf.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>What are some issues to expect with a smart home?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>A  smart thermostat can go out just as a conventional one would. Anything  mechanical, electrical, or digital can break down. In addition to periodic  repairs, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nachi.org\/problems-smart-home-tech.htm\">smart features can  involve problems<\/a>like a failure to integrate with other smart features. This  is often the case with sub-systems.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">For instance, security cameras may not  &lsquo;play nicely&#8217; with the overall smart security system. When integrating smart  features into your home, it may be challenging to find experts who can guide  you about what features to install with your current systems.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Connectivity can  also be a problem from time to time, but upgrading to a better router can often  fix this issue. <\/li>\n<li class=\"contentcomments\">\n<h6 class=\"plain\">Jumping over to HVAC systems:<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Making Your HVAC Systems Smart:<\/h5>\n<p>Home automation extends to home climate controls such as HVAC systems to maximize energy savings.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">With smart automation, temperature controls can be set automatically when you wake, leave home, and return home to bring the home to the desired temperature and to reduce energy costs.<\/li>\n<li class=\"last link\"><span>view post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/smart-thermostat-efficient-cooling-heating\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Smart Thermostat \u2013 Efficient Home Cooling and Heating<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to next topic about checking for smart homes &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#4th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#3rd',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+thermostat&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart thermostats<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=mini+split+ac%2Fheating+system&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">mini split HVAC systems<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=wifi+temperature+sensor&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">wifi temperature sensors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- shop script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more4\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">Supporting Resources (opens new win)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.safety.com\/connected-home-linking-smart-home-devices-security-systems\/\">HOW TO: link smart home with security<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomegallery.com\/insights\/integrating-smart-home-devices\/\">IMAGES: interating smart home devices<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite film bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"bottombreak\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/RyyTf-l9Qq8\">YOUTUBE: smart home under one app<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon3\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!----------- fourth section --------------------------------------------------><\/p>\n<p class=\"otherimage\" id=\"4th\">fourth &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_04.jpg\" alt=\"checking for smart homes\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_04.jpg 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_04-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_04-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_04-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#5th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextimage.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/123rf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/123rf.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>How to turn your home into a smart home<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>\n<h5>Making Your New Home Smart:<\/h5>\n<p>If you own or just purchased a home without smart features, you can begin to transform it into a smart house with simple gadgets that don&#8217;t require substantial investment. Even with a small budget, you can add many smart features to your home, allowing you to enjoy the many functions and connectivity that small upgrades afford.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">The key to successfully integrating new smart features into your home is research; you&#8217;ll need to carefully evaluate the components you choose to buy for their ease of use and ability to integrate with other smart features.<\/li>\n<li class=\"h52header\">\n<h5>Comparing Best Options:<\/h5>\n<p>Before buying any smart gadget or device, be sure to get to know its pros and cons and read reviews from customers so that you can obtain some helpful information about the types of issues they may have encountered.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">You may also want to contact an inspector or contractor in your area who can guide you to purchase the best products for your needs and help you troubleshoot problems when something doesn&#8217;t work as expected.<\/li>\n<li class=\"contentcomments\">\n<h6 class=\"plain\">Don&#8217;t forget to add &#8220;eco-green living&#8221; to home automation:<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Eco-Friendly Home:<\/h5>\n<p>New, eco-friendly homes look very interesting and intriguing. But what can you do in your current home to make it more eco-friendly?<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Below are 10 tips of eco-friendly options that you can consider. Simply implement 2-3 (or more) options to help reduce energy costs and make your home more eco-friendly for the environment. \t<\/li>\n<li class=\"last link\"><span>view post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/eco-friendly-homes-for-sustaining-a-better-environment\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Eco Friendly Homes For Sustaining a Better Environment<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to next topic about checking for smart homes &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#5th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#4th',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+automation+kit&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">home automation kit<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+automation+modules&#038;rh=n%3A6478741011&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">home automation modules<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- shop script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more452\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">Supporting Resources (opens new win)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcmag.com\/news\/what-is-a-smart-home-hub-and-do-you-need-one\">WHAT IS: smart home hub<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/stevessmarthomeguide.com\/smart-home-hubs-guide\/\">INFO: about hubs and gateways<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite film bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"bottombreak\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Gz7ShWaojGc\">YOUTUBE: smart home dashboards<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon4\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"ideas-googlead\" id=\"adspace\">\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;advertisement&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-<\/p>\n<div class=\"script-googlebox\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- letsrenovate image responsive --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3974480447825003\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"9885492968\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p class=\"endad\">&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;end&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!----------- fifth section --------------------------------------------------><\/p>\n<p class=\"otherimage\" id=\"5th\">fifth &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_05.jpg\" alt=\"checking for smart homes\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_05.jpg 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_05-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_05-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_05-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#6th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextimage.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/123rf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/123rf.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>What types of smart gadgets should I purchase?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/porch.com\/advice\/a-beginners-guide-to-smart-home-products\" rel=\"follow\">types of smart devices<\/a> you purchase for your home often  come down to your own specific needs and preferences. Here, we&#8217;ll go room by  room to explore the type of home automation you may wish to install:\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Kitchen:<\/h5>\n<p>A smart kitchen can add loads of additional attributes to your cooking space. It makes sense to invest in smart features if you&#8217;re planning a kitchen renovation. Some popular smart devices for kitchens include:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Major kitchen appliances like a  refrigerator, range, oven, microwave, and dishwasher<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Voice-activated kitchen faucet<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Coffee maker<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Connected kitchen scale<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Wifi-enabled instant pot<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Connected air fryer<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"h5header\">\n<h5>Living Room:<\/h5>\n<p>You can enhance your living room with smart features such as: <\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Overhead lighting, lamps, bulbs<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Connected blinds or draperies<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Ceiling fan<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart electric fireplace<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Robot vacuum<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"h5header\">\n<h5>Family Room \/ TV Room:<\/h5>\n<p>There are many high-tech options for your TV room. Here are a few ideas to inspire your home entertainment space:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart TV<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart speakers<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Home theater system<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Wireless music system<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart hub (to control the room or  the home&#8217;s smart features)<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart remote<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Smart projector<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"h5header\">\n<h5>Home Office:<\/h5>\n<p>If  you <a href=\"https:\/\/porch.com\/advice\/stay-productive-working-home\" rel=\"follow\">work from home<\/a> routinely or even occasionally, you  can benefit by smartening up your home office with features such as: <\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart desks (digitally adjustable)<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">WiFi-enabled scanner<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Multi-device keyboard<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Wi-Fi coffee mug (yes, it keeps the  best beverage on earth warm for every sip)<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Wireless charging pads<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"h5header\">\n<h5>Bedroom:<\/h5>\n<p>A smart bedroom can enhance your comfort, allowing you to enjoy a sanctuary space. Consider adding smart home gadgets to your room or children&#8217;s rooms such as: <\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Sleep tracker<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Baby monitor<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart TV<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart bed and accessories<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Connected lighting and draperies  (that you can control with your smartphone)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"h5header\">\n<h5>Patio:<\/h5>\n<p>You can also take your smart features outdoors. Whether you&#8217;re hoping to create an outdoor kitchen or living room, you can outfit your patio with many smart features that can enhance your enjoyment of the space. Some to keep in mind include: <\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Waterproof Bluetooth speakers<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart outdoor lighting<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Wi-Fi range extender<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart grill<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Digital smoker<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart fire pit<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Pool monitor<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"h5header last\">\n<h5>Overall Home:<\/h5>\n<p>Some smart features can benefit your entire home and are not specific to any individual room or single area. Of these, you may want to include: <\/p>\n<ol style=\"margin-top: -20px\">\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart security system with smart  locks \/ keyless entry and digital cameras<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart outdoor \/ landscape lighting<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart irrigation system<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Smart lawnmower<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra\">Alexa or Google Home (&lsquo;she&#8217; can help  you control your smart features along with additional personal assistant  functionality)<\/li>\n<li class=\"extra last\">Smart thermostat<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to next topic about checking for smart homes &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#6th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#5th',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+switches&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart switches<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+plug&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart plugs<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+light+bulbs&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart light bulbs<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- resource script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more11\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">References (opens new win except noted)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite conservice top\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#tubeservice',500); return false;\">SERVICES: network setup (see below)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question bottomquest\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/home.howstuffworks.com\/smart-home.htm\">HOW: smart homes work<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomsguide.com\/us\/best-smart-home-devices,review-2008.html\">INFO: best smart home devices<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite blogplan bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\" bottombreak\"><a href=\"\/home-safety\/\">PLANNING: home automation (same win)<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon5\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- youtube contractor script --><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 75px; margin-bottom: 65px !important\" id=\"tubeservice\"><blockquote class=\"style-8\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"video idea\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6IcfpSgZbno\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><!-- script: kitchen--><\/p>\n<table class=\"dataGrid youtube\" id=\"tb2SPEC2\">\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"4\" class=\" photohead novwhite\">Find Home Network Services<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite contractor\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/servicemagic\/3113407.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Networks\/Phone<\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"novwhite contractor\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/servicemagic\/3113440.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Computers\/ Media<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite contractor\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/servicemagic\/3113440.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Home Automation<\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"novwhite contractor\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/servicemagic\/3113438.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Electrial Wiring<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite contractor\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/servicemagic\/3113440.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Interior Designers<\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"novwhite contractor\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/servicemagic\/3113438.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Furniture<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"4\" class=\"rowsep\">top-rated, pre-screened local contractors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite\"><img src=\"\/images\/icon_pdf.png\" alt=\"pdf file\"\/><\/td>\n<td colspan=\"3\" class=\"content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/pdf\/contractor.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FREE: download contractor selection<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"4\" class=\"rowsep service\">enter zip code &#8211; powered by HomeAdvisor &trade;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"contractordocguides\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid youtube ideasdocs\" id=\"tb2SPEC\">\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"4\" class=\"photohead novwhite guide\">Quick Contractor Guides<\/td>\n<td class=\"novwhite guidedocs\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content guide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/services\/contractor-docs-select.html\">selecting<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite guidedocs\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content guide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/services\/contractor-docs-negotiate.html\">negotiating<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite guidedocs\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content guide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/services\/contractor-docs-work.html\">working with<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite guidedocs\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"content guide\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/services\/contractor-docs-inspect.html\">inspecting<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"height: 20px\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!-- end script --><\/p>\n<p>\n<\/blockquote><\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- end youtube script --><\/p>\n<p><!----------- sixth section --------------------------------------------------><\/p>\n<p class=\"otherimage\" id=\"6th\">sixth &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_06.jpg\" alt=\"checking for smart homes\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_06.jpg 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_06-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_06-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/smarthome_06-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#7th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextimage.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/a-bunch-of-smart-home-devices-EGRY4EE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">envato.com<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>The Benefits of \u2018Going&#8217; Smart around the House<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>\n<h5>Understand Integration:<\/h5>\n<p>Today&#8217;s smart gadgets and home features can add terrific functionality to houses. Even if you don&#8217;t consider yourself to be tech-savvy, you can benefit from the ease of use that many of these features afford. You may wish to begin your home&#8217;s smart transformation with the ideal smart system or hub.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">There are many different products on the market. You&#8217;ll want to choose the right one for your home and budget. Be sure to learn about its integration capabilities and read reviews to find out about any problems other customers have encountered. <\/li>\n<li class=\"h52header\">\n<h5>Starting With The Hub:<\/h5>\n<p>Once you find your hub, there are many different add ons you can purchase. It can be helpful to begin by focusing on your needs.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">For instance, you might start a smart transformation by focusing on home security first. If you have a large property, you might prefer to look first to smart landscaping features and tools. One of the main benefits that smart devices can offer is their ability to lighten the load associated with household chores. <\/li>\n<li class=\"h52header\">\n<h5>Saves Energy (and Money):<\/h5>\n<p>Smart homes often allow homeowners to save substantially on their energy costs. The ability to control the thermostat remotely, for instance, can save homeowners hundreds of dollars each year.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">Between smart thermostats, smart water systems, and even smart electrical strips, the cost savings associated with many smart devices can amount, on average, to anywhere between $450 and $2,000 per year, enough to pay for multiple smart devices!<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">And, of course, there&#8217;s the fantastic convenience that smart gadgets offer. With applications designed to be controlled right from your smartphone, you can water your plants, monitor dinner, and vacuum, all while reclining in your favorite chair.<\/li>\n<li class=\"contentcomments\">\n<h6 class=\"plain\">Addessing benefits home automation:<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Save With Lighting:<\/h5>\n<p>It is pretty nice to come home, walk in and then use your voice to turn on any light.<br \/>\nIt is even nicer when you are away to grab your smart device to turn on\/turn off any light in the home.<\/li>\n<li class=\"link last\"><span> view post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/home-automation-lighting\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Home Automation Series: Keeping the Lighting Off or On<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to next topic about checking for smart homes &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#7th',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#6th',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+assistant+hub&#038;rh=n%3A17142716011&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">home assistant<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+hub+home&#038;rh=n%3A6478740011&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart home hub<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+controller&#038;rh=n%3A6478740011&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart controller<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- shop script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more65\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">Supporting Resources (opens new win)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reviews.com\/home\/smart-home\/how-to-save-energy-and-money-with-home-automation\/\">HOW: hm automation saves money<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dummies.com\/home-garden\/home-improvement\/the-convenience-of-home-automation\/\">INFO: convenience of hm automation<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite film bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"bottombreak\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/a-LLDP4BfWk\">YOUTUBE: top 10 hm automation ideas<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon6\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!----------- seventh section --------------------------------------------------><\/p>\n<p class=\"otherimage\" id=\"7th\">seventh and last &#8220;photo remodeling&#8221; idea<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/automation_07.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1503\" height=\"1002\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-35738\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/automation_07.png 1503w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/automation_07-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/automation_07-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/automation_07-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1503px) 100vw, 1503px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"nextimage pic\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#recenttopics',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/nextproduct.png\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p class=\"creditimage\">copyright image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maxpixel.net\/Technology-Smart-Home-Home-Automation-Smarthome-6105061\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">maxpixel.net<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"infoarticle\">\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -30px;\">\n<li>\n<h5>Automation Can Add Value:<\/h5>\n<p>Smart homes aren&#8217;t just a trend &#8211; they&#8217;re ushering in a new era of home life. What&#8217;s excellent about integrating smart features into your home is that you can customize this transformation with devices that suit your specific needs and budget.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">The fact is, smart features can add to your home&#8217;s value, safety, and comfort in numerous ways. And of course, reliable inspection services can help you maintain and integrate your smart features successfully.<\/li>\n<li class=\"contentcomments\">\n<h6 class=\"plain\">And then there is smart landscaping to consider:<\/h6>\n<ul class=\"post4 dash line\">\n<li>\n<h5>Making Your Garden Smart:<\/h5>\n<p>You&#8217;ve heard of smart homes; and how a smart home can help save money, make life easier, and add security to your home.<\/li>\n<li class=\"none\">But what about smart gardens? What could you do to make your landscaping smart for easier maintenance and beauty. Let&#8217;s explore some ideas that can convert your garden landscape into something smart.<\/li>\n<li class=\"last link\"><span>view post: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/creating-smart-landscaping\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Creating Smart Landscaping For The Future<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"scrolldown\">\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">Quik scroll to other topics addressing home automation and safety &#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog_scroll content\"><a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#recenttopics',500); return false;\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/special-deal.png\" alt=\"scroll page\" class=\"item-scroll\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"belowscroll\">\n<p class=\"tagbreak productbot notebox\"><span class=\"imgbrackleftnote\"><\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;ideas to view and compare from the <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#7th',500); return false;\">photo above<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"imgbrackrightnote\">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tagcloud content\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+irrigation+controller&#038;i=lawngarden&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart irrigation<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+garden+sensor&#038;rh=n%3A3610851&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart garden sensors<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+landscape+transformer&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart transformer<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"none commenttag\">What <a href=\"\" onclick=\"scrollToElement('#botcomment',500); return false;\">comments<\/a> can you share about<br \/>checking for smart homes within your own home!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"author\"><em>Originally posted by <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspectionsupport.com\/resources\/smart-homes-and-home-inspections\/\"><em>ISN<\/em><\/a> Re-printed with permission.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- shop script --><\/p>\n<table id=\"tb2SPEC2\" class=\"dataGrid blog refnote double topbloc more45\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle\">Supporting Resources (opens new win)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite question\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"answer\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nymag.com\/intelligencer\/smarthome\/smart-home-tech-good-investment-real-estate-alexa-nest-control4.html\">ARE: smart home good investment<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite topic\"><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houseloanblog.net\/smarthomesmartloan\/\">INFO: smart home features that increase value<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"blogspace\"><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"novwhite film bottombreak\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"bottombreak\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/vL54JfldB4Y\">YOUTUBE: home automation architecture<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"spacershim mid\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"tabletitle\">\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"novwhite tabletitle noteicon7\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p class=\"imagecredit\">Cover image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/innovative-business-technology-W88UAF4\">checking for smart homes by envato.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"graytext margin share mobiledisplay\">end of post &#8230; please share it!<\/p>\n<table class=\"sharequote white image\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"twittericon\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?button_hashtag=Recommending this post&#038;ref_src=https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/ideas\/smart-homes-home-inspection\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" 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href=\"#\"><span>Amazon Home Automation:<\/span> Controllers<\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"display: block;\">\n<div class=\"paragraph-row\">\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+automation&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">home automation<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+automation+hub&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart hubs<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+automation+controller&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart controllers<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+outlet&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart outlets<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+dimmer&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart dimmers<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+light+switch&#038;i=lawngarden&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart switches<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+remote&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart remotes<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/xdtmk9KdpHY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">youtube: ideas<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Cr_HCM5Qnls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">youtube: how<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<p class=\"shopmore\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/image-shop.png\" \/>links open new win<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column10\">\n<p class=\"bestseller\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsrenovate.com\/shopamazon\/shop-utility-network.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">view bestsellers in home automation\/networks<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- NEXT .accordion --><\/p>\n<div class=\"rowaccord\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"#\"><\/p>\n<h6>Smart Stuff<\/h6>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"paragraph-row\">\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=amazon+echo&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">amazon echo<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/store.google.com\/gb\/product\/google_home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">google home<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=home+assistant&amp;i=garden&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">home assistance<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+devices+for+alexa&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart devices<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+window+blinds&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart blinds<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+llight+bulb&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart light bulb<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+thermostat&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart thermostat<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+door+lock&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart door lock<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+garage+door+opener&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart garage door<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<p class=\"shopmore\"><img src=\"\/images\/icons\/image-shop.png\" \/>links open new win<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- NEXT .accordion --><\/p>\n<div class=\"rowaccord\"><a class=\"title\" href=\"#\"><\/p>\n<h6>Smart Home Security<\/h6>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"paragraph-row\">\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+home+security&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart home security<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k==smart+home+security+camera&#038;i=tools&#038;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart security cam<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+surveillance&#038;i=tools&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart surveillance<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table class=\"dataGrid shoptable\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=doorbell surveillance&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">doorbell surveillance<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+home+sensor&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart home sensors<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"bullet amazon\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"sidecontent\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=smart+deadbolt&amp;i=tools&amp;tag=lifeplanning-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">smart deadbolt<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"column3\">\n<table 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