Never put a downlight over the top of the bed you’re guaranteed a face full of glare regardless of how far you dim it. If you want downlights, position them around the edge of the room over your draws … Continue reading
Category Archives: Smart Home
Can You Plug An Extension Cord Into An Amazon Smart Plug?
Yes you could have the smart plug connected to a socket and an extension bar running from that.If you are asking “Can I plug the Alexa device into an extension lead” then the answer is yes. Can you use an … Continue reading
How Many Types Of Iot Platforms Are There?
There are more than 300 IoT platforms in the market today and the number is continuing to grow. However, as discussed not every platform is the same IoT platforms are being shaped by varying entry strategies of different companies … Continue reading
Is There An App To Control The Lights In My House?
The Wemo app lets you control all the lights and appliances of your home, turn the lights on automatically when you arrive home, and randomly turn the lights on and off in different rooms when you are away for security … Continue reading
What Is Wink Hub?
The Wink Hub allows your diverse collection of smart products to speak the same wireless language, so that you can easily control themand customize their interactionsfrom the Wink app.Wink partners with the best smart home brands to give you choice … Continue reading
Can I Control Nest From Anywhere?
Yes, you can control the Nest Learning Thermostat when you are away from home. You can use your smartphone, iPad/iPod, or any computer that is connected to the internet.You can use your smartphone, iPad/iPod, or any computer that is connected … Continue reading
How Long Do Smart Water Meters Last?
Up to 20 years lifetime with state-of-the-art- acoustic leak detection and pinpoint accuracy. What is the life expectancy of a water meter? The typical useful life for a water meter is 15 to 20 years. Older meters tend to be … Continue reading
What Is The Wire On My Water Meter?
A jumper wire is used to electrically bond the water distribution pipes throughout the house. Part of the reason that the water distribution piping in the home gets bonded is to make sure the pipes can’t accidentally become energized. What … Continue reading
What Are The Disadvantages Of Having A Water Meter?
Reasons not to switch to a water meter High volume water usage. Obviously if you do use a lot of water then it makes no sense to switch. You wouldn’t be paying for leaks. Fixed fees mean no surprises. You … Continue reading
How Do I Know If My Water Meter Is Broken?
Once you’ve located your water meter, turn off all water usage in your home, and then check to see if the dial is moving. If the water in your home is not being used, the dial on your water meter … Continue reading
Is Nest Aware Free?
If you’re eligible, you can opt in to the free Nest Aware 30-day trial when you add an eligible product to the Home app or Nest app. Depending on your region, a free trial may be unavailable. You can purchase … Continue reading
How Do You Heat Water With Electricity?
For Solar Thermal systems, the power of the sun heats up water through panels or evacuated tubes on you roof. This warm (not boiling) water is then sent to the hot water tank, where it then needs to be topped … Continue reading
Why Is Alexa Blinking Blue?
A blue light on your Echo speaker, with spinning cyan, appears happens when you start up your Alexa speaker and systems are initialising.When it starts flashing blue it means Alexa is responding to your request. How do I stop my … Continue reading
Which Internet Connection Is Best?
Our Best Internet Service Providers Rating #1 Xfinity Internet. #2 Verizon Internet. #2 AT&T Internet. #4 Spectrum Internet. #4 RCN Internet. #4 Cox Internet. #7 Mediacom Internet. #7 HughesNet Internet. Which type of internet connection is best? The best type … Continue reading
Can Local Network Work Without Internet?
You can set up a LAN without internet and keep the network localized without any issues. Once you connect your outside router (the one provided by the ISP) to the simple router, you now have a WAN connection. Does local … Continue reading