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Modern Smart Home technology is approaching automation in more comprehensive ways than ever before. Today, this technology focuses on connectivity, temperature and lighting, security, entertainment, energy management, appliances and voice control.

So how smart is your home? If the answer is, “not very”, we have a variety of easy to install products that can immediately start saving you energy (and money), help you maximize enjoyment of your home, and even raise its value¹. At Crest Lighting we carry everything from simple WiFi-enabled smart plugs to complete bundled solutions from award-winning manufacturers like Lutron, Legrand, Leviton, and more, with a smart solution to match any budget!

For example, the Lutron Caséta Wireless kit is a DIY solution that includes easy to install, low-cost WiFi-enabled switches and localized pico remote controls for your existing lighting (great for smaller homes and condos). For those looking for next level intelligence, Lutron’s Ra2 Select bundle, which features enhanced controls including a smart bridge and extended range, further facilitates remote connectivity from anywhere and integrates with other well-known third-party apps like Alexa, Google, Apple, etc. to support voice command controls as well. Learn more about all of the Lutron Residential Solutions including Caséta, RA2 Select, RadioRA 2, & HomeWorks at http://smartelectricalsupply.com/get-smart/

The Leviton Decora Smart device line enables you to dim and time lighting, control ceiling fans, lamps, small appliances and more while home or away via app or voice command. With multiple protocols, they most likely have a product that will interoperate with your existing lights and other smart devices to just add a little more intelligence right where you need it.

Leviton Decora WiFi Dimmer

Legrand’s Radiant collection provides enhanced comfort, safety, and convenience all through attractive WiFi-enabled switches. Connecting Radiant smart light switches with your existing smart devices puts technology at your fingertips to take control of your home.

The options are unlimited, and sometimes intimidating, but our lighting experts are well-versed and ready to help you select the best, customizable smart home solution for your space. Call today or stop by one of our showrooms to start adding intelligence to your home.

Footnotes:

¹ Coldwell Banker commissioned T3 Sixty to review the state of Smart Home technology, assess where it is heading and share ways for brokers and agents to best leverage the trend. Read their findings here.