Smart Upgrades to Install When Remodeling Your Home

If you are remodeling your home, you should take this opportunity to customize your living room by installing smart technology. Are you willing to jump into the deep end? The benefits of a fully-automated house are limitless. Here are some smart home upgrades that you should consider during your next home remodeling project:

Built-in Speakers

Audio equipment such as speakers can take up too much space in the house. Moreover, the presence of wires everywhere will interrupt the aesthetic flow of any room. Luckily, some companies offer audio systems that can be integrated into your home during construction.

Some speaker systems can be mounted directly onto your cabinetry, ceilings, and walls. You can even match the speaker’s wood veneer with your home’s paint scheme.

Smart Thermostats

What is a smart home? You cannot answer this question without talking about smart temperature control. A smart thermostat will upgrade your heating and cooling system as well as improve the efficiency of your home. You could install a few more temperature sensors by hardwiring them into your thermostat. Doing so will allow your thermostat to regulate the temperature in each room automatically.

USB Outlets

If you are planning to remove the backsplash in your kitchen, you will have to rewire several outlets. A remodeling project gives you the chance to upgrade the electrical system in your home to match your tech-friendly style. When you install outlets with a built-in USB port, you can charge your phone without having to deal with any unsightly power bricks.

Moreover, installing USB outlets frees up the other outlets for lighting and appliances. When shopping for a USB outlet, you should ensure that it meets the highest safety standards.

Motion Sensors and Smart Security

Although you can install smart security in a home that is not automated, it is much easier to install during a home renovation. During a renovation, you will be able to add motion sensors as well as sensors that detect window access, door access, carbon monoxide, and smoke. You can integrate all these individual components into your security system during a renovation.

When you include an alarm panel into your automation system, you will be getting updates on your mobile device whenever your windows and doors have been accessed. You can also set the system to flash all the house lights repeatedly to alert the neighbor’s about intruders.

Home Automation System

If you want to install several smart home devices, an automation system will help you to keep track of each device and control it remotely. A smart home system is compatible with different devices and it can integrate with your voice control assistant. As soon as you select a home automation system, you should choose smart devices that work well with it to increase its efficiency.

Security Cameras

You can monitor and access your perimeter and doorbell cameras from your phone even when you are away on vacation. Make sure that you camouflage your security cameras when designing the exterior of your home. Discreet cameras will accomplish the task of keeping your home safe without making visitors feel uncomfortable.

If you are looking for minimally invasive cameras, you should opt for doorbell cameras because they are low profile. Moreover, you can easily install a doorbell camera when renovating your home. No matter the kind of camera you choose, make sure that you can control it remotely.

Conclusion

Whether you are doing your own renovations or hiring a contractor, you should take advantage of this chance to update the technology of your home. The increased value of your home will offset the cost of installing the smart technology.