Incorporating Technology into Your Home Remodeling Plans
Today’s home buyer’s ideal property includes technology as more people are relying on smart technology in their daily routines. Upgrading your appliances and home furnishings with the newest technology during your home remodeling project can add value to your home and will also be a lot of fun for you also! Here are some of the top technology upgrades you can apply to your home remodeling plans.
- Smart Thermostats and Smoke Detectors
Even if HVAC upgrades are not in your plans for your home remodeling project, you can replace your old digital thermostat with a smart one for less than $150. Smart thermostats will automatically adjust when you leave and return to your home. The Nest Learning Thermostat was the first smart thermostat to receive energy star certification and has saved homeowners up to 12% on their energy bills. The Nest company also create smart smoke detectors that will signal you when a threat is protected. The smart detector can also send you notifications to your smart device through an app. These technology upgrades to your home add value and increase safety.
- Smart Locks and Doorbells
Home security is enhanced through smart locks and doorbells. If you are replacing your doors during your home remodeling project, take the opportunity to install these upgrades. Smart doorbells have a camera inside. When motion is detected, or someone pressed the doorbell, the camera will record who is there and send a notification to your smart phone through an app. Smart locks removes the needs for keys and allows you to control your home security through your smart device.
- Smart Speakers
Smart speakers and intercom systems allow you to communicate with people in your home who are not within ear shot. You can also have iPod docking stations installed in every room to pipe music throughout the house (or just the room you are in). Speaker systems like this are super easy to install when you are doing a total home remodeling project.
If you love technology or just want to include the upgrades to add value, including smart home technology is your home remodeling project is the smart way to go!
