Do you have to drill holes for blinds? Hanging window blinds is super easy, and it doesn’t even require a drill. Having a drill will make it easier, but you can do everything with a screwdriver. And if you need … Continue reading →

This device simply turns the heater on, when the water is too cold and off again when the water reaches a predefined temperature. Smart water heaters, on the other hand, can do much more than that.This allows them to provide … Continue reading →

Amazon Echo Auto Pull up in front of your house, and Alexa will trigger your smart lights to turn on.That means that Echo Auto users will need to head to the Routines section of the Alexa app on their Android … Continue reading →

Tankless water heaters make sense for a cabin / vacation home. Traditional water heaters have a ‘vacation’ setting, but I’ve heard it’s a bad idea to use this setting, because it greatly increases the potential for legionella pneumophila growth. Should … Continue reading →

The best smart home devices you can buy today Amazon Echo Dot with Clock. The fourth-generation Echo Dot — with a clever enhancement. Arlo Q. Ecobee SmartThermostat. Philips Hue White A19 Starter Kit. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Nest Hello. Wemo … Continue reading →

The Best Smart Thermostats to Conserve Energy and Save Money Built-In Alexa. Ecobee Smart Thermostat with Voice Control. amazon.com. For Google Home Users. Google Nest Learning Thermostat. amazon.com. Versatile. Ecobee3 Lite Smart Thermostat. amazon.com. New Release. Google Nest G4CVZ Thermostat. … Continue reading →

Smart Plugs and Energy Consumption The thing about smart plugs is that they still use energy even when the appliance they’re connected to is turned off. This is mainly because they still have to stay connected to the Wi-Fi or … Continue reading →

The SDETER Hidden Wireless Security Camera is a wide-angle security camera that’s built right into a real LED light bulb.(Please Note,The security camera only support 2.4G network.) How can I tell if my light bulb has a camera? LOOK FOR … Continue reading →

How do you adjust the temperature on a hot water heater? Gas or electric water heaters Find the access panel for the thermostat(s) and use a screwdriver to remove the panel. Peel back the insulation. Use a flathead screwdriver to … Continue reading →

Introduction to Level Measurement Continuous level sensors are more sophisticated and can provide level monitoring of an entire system. They measure fluid level within a range, rather than at a one point, producing an analog output that directly correlates to … Continue reading →

ultrasonic / level sensors measure the distance to the target by measuring the time between the emission and reception. An optical sensor has a transmitter and receiver, whereas an ultrasonic / level sensor uses a single ultrasonic element for both … Continue reading →

Extension Cords and Power Strips The easiest, least obtrusive way to handle cords for desks you position in the middle of a room is to run an extension cord from the nearest outlet to a power strip beneath your desk, … Continue reading →

Yes, you can create your own ISP. Plenty of people have undertaken this task, especially in rural or remote areas where high-speed internet is hard to come by, such as areas without cable or phone lines. How much does it … Continue reading →

Signs That Someone Has Remote Access to Your Phone The battery drains quickly even when not in use. Higher data usage than usual. Noises in the background when you’re on a phone call. You receive unusual messages, emails, or notifications. … Continue reading →

In general, LED Lights use less electricity and last longer than incandescent or CFL bulbs. This EarthEasy chart breaks down the electricity usage and cost savings of LEDs, and shows thousands of dollars of savings over 25,000 hours when you … Continue reading →