The house that I bought was a new building.
- Everything was set up with the most modern approach in mind.
You get heating, cooling, lights, and security cameras all on a single hub. This is known as a building automation system. At first when I saw it I thought about not using it at all. I thought I could buy a smart thermostat and control the HVAC through it. I then could get a different security system and just do normal switch lights. I am glad I did some research first. There are endless possibilities for using an automated system. It saves money and so much time too. I realized that I can have zone control and automated programs in each room. I now have it so my work out room will pre-cool in the summer and turn off when I am done working out. I don’t need to flip a button. The lights are ready for me when I walk in and power down when I walk out. My office has a HVAC and lighting program set for my workday. I have the lights dim as it gets later in the day and the AC to pump out more when the sun is high in the sky. At night I have all sorts of automated lighting and security solutions around the property. If someone walks to my front step the lights turn on and the cameras are rolling. I never realized how much safer I would feel with that. I even get live footage of animals coming around that I really enjoy.