Z-Wave

How Do I Build a Smart Home with Home Security?

November 11, 2019

Building a smart home with home security is not as hard as it would seem. There are plenty of home automation controllers that already include home security features that make it easy for you to connect to a variety of smart security devices. From smart door locks with keyless access control to door/window sensors that will notify you as soon as » Read More

Renters Save Money With Smart Home Products

April 30, 2018

Looking for ways to save money and make your rented home smart, too? You don’t have to own your home to reduce electricity bills with energy saving smart home products. Renting a home brings certain advantages including flexibility, less commitment, and the option to move around without maintenance or repair bills. You may not want to install » Read More

Use Smart Sensors to Optimize Your Home Automation Scenes

April 23, 2018

We’ve spoken about Z Wave before, but now we’re going to get into a little more detail on the usefulness and practicality of home automation. Typically you would look at a door/window sensor, or motion sensor, and expect that it’s going to let you know when the door or window is open and the motion sensor will let you know when there is » Read More

8 Smart Home Products Under $50 Our Office Loves

March 26, 2018

Thankfully, for those of us who find budgeting important, it’s possible to smarten up your home without breaking the bank. When it comes to converting your home into a smart home, fifty bucks might not sound like a whole lot, but you would be surprised at what you can get for such a small amount of money. As technology grows each and every year, » Read More

As a Home Renter, I Want a Smart Home Too!

February 9, 2018

I want a Smart Home as a renter, but how can I have the benefits when I am not allowed to make infrastructure changes to my rental? How can I make my front door more secure, save energy with a smart thermostat, and remotely control lights and appliances without making changes to the rental and putting my security deposit at risk? What is your » Read More

Add Z-Wave Functionality to Home Devices with FortrezZ MIMOlite

January 26, 2018

Using a Z-Wave controller is a great way to automate many of the functions in your home. It is also among the most popular. There are many devices from multiple manufacturers available that allow you to control lighting, temperature, security, IP cameras, door locks and notifications. As your automation system grows, you may find you have devices » Read More

Smart Door Locks: Easy, Secure, and No Keys Necessary!

December 7, 2017

No House Key? No problem! Use a Smart Door Lock! What if you didn’t have to carry a house key on your key ring? What if you could have your front door unlock automatically as you drive up to your home? What if you could send an access code to the lock to let someone in your home for a service call or for an emergency? What if every member of » Read More

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