12 Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill Conduct an Energy Audit. Unplug Electronics and Appliances. Upgrade Old Appliances. Install Dimmer Switches. Switch to Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs. Adjust the Thermostat. Install Ceiling Fans. Change Your HVAC Filter Regularly. How do I … Continue reading →

According to the study, because your smart bulbs are connected to your home’s Wi-Fi network, hackers can use the bulbs to infiltrate your network and steal personal information. “Smart bulbs are no safer or less safe than any other smart … Continue reading →

You can detect leaks in walls by looking for key signs of water damage, including peeling paint or wallpaper, or patches of discoloration. A musty smell indoors can also indicate a water leak. Pinpoint the exact location of a water … Continue reading →

It’s a good idea to place water sensors in areas where water damage inside the home can occur, often without warning. Those areas include: washing machines, hot water heaters (they may fail), dishwashers (they may leak), supply lines to automatic … Continue reading →

HomeKit support on the Hue Smart Plug is seamless, meaning you can control the device via the Home App that ships with iOS devices. Operating the smart plug at the basic level involves tapping the device tile within the Home … Continue reading →

You likely need to calibrate the brightness levels within the Kasa app. With the Kasa app opened, go to devices, then tap on the name of the HS220. Go into device settings (top right icon), and scroll down to the … Continue reading →

You can view the camera via your smartphone or on the computer. Or scan the QR code below/on the camera’s package and an APP downloading link will come up: 1) run the tpCamera APP. Enter ‘Email’ ‘password’ to log in … Continue reading →

A switched receptacle allows you to control one outlet with a switch while the other remains hot.A lamp plugged into the switched outlet can be turned on as you enter a room, so this trick is often used in bedrooms … Continue reading →

Some modern meters have a remote controlled switch, that can disconnect your power. The power company can, with a modern meter, remotely monitor your energy usage and cut the power, is the bill isn’t paid. Can they shut off power … Continue reading →

If you have a smart meter and you pay for your energy by Direct Debit, you can switch to Bulb. Does Bulb energy support smart meters? We’re only installing the latest SMETS2 meters, also known as second generation smart meters. … Continue reading →

You can watch thousands of titles on Prime Video, including many award-winning movies, original programs, and critically acclaimed original TV series. The streaming service has roughly 24,000 movies and over 2,100 shows to choose from. How many movies does Amazon … Continue reading →

If Wi-Fi still won’t work with Google Home, it’s time to reset that, too: Reset Google Home: Press and hold the microphone mute on the back for around 15 seconds or until you hear it say that it’s resetting. Google … Continue reading →

Do I need an electrician to install a smart switch? The process of installing a smart switch is no different than replacing any other type of electrical switch in your home. You’ll want to take the proper precautions (we’ll help … Continue reading →

Once you click “Connect” , Google voice will call your VoIP service provider number configured on the OBi which will ring the phone. Answer the phone and enter the two digit verification code into your phone. Can I use an … Continue reading →

The main cause of flickering with dimmable LED light can usually be traced back to the dimmer switch. Dimmer switches come with a minimum compatible load (in short, the amount of Watts it can process).That’s why it’s important that you … Continue reading →