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Ideas for smarter home savings in Ocala

January 02, 2024
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Smart homes are a wonderful investment for various reasons. They enhance your security and convenience by providing access and control like never before. But they can benefit you even more by conserving energy and saving you money on utility expenses. See how you can enjoy smarter home savings in Ocala by using the most advanced home security equipment.

Cut expenses with a smart thermostat in Ocala

A smart thermostat operates like a traditional one in that you can change the temperature from the component itself. But that’s about where the similarities stop. Today’s thermostats can be managed from any location through a helpful smartphone app. Didn’t remember to change the comfort levels before departing on a vacation? No worries! By pushing a button, you can change the levels and lower your energy consumption, benefitting your bottom line.

But some modern smart thermostats go even further. Often called “learning thermostats,” these advanced gadgets learn your preferred temperatures and utilze tools like geolocation and on-site sensors to automatically update temps. In other words, it alters the temperature based on if you’re there, the hour, and other considerations. You can get smarter home savings in Ocala without lifting a finger.

Lower electricity consumption in Ocala through smart lights

If you haven’t already converted to LED bulbs, now’s the time for doing so. But you can go beyond that by connecting smart lights into your home security configuration. If you’re like countless people and sometimes neglect to flip the lights off before bed, you no longer need to be concerned about that. You may set lights to turn off at specific times each day. You can also design other lighting schedules to make it look like you’re there when you’re gone.

If you don’t program schedules or specific rules for your smart lights, you still can save money by controlling lights remotely with your smartphone app. You won’t have lights burning at all hours again. Furthermore, if you have little ones who often forget to flip off bathroom lights, you [[can|might]could]165] install budget-friendly motion sensing switches to eliminate the problem.

Home Automation adds safety, convenience, and savings

Did you know you can program custom actions that add conveneince, energy savings, and safety? For example, if you’re leaving for the evening, you may arm your alarm system, change the thermostat, turn lights off or on, and lock doors with one swipe of your central command panel. You can also design other customized rules, like having your entryway light switch on when an outside camera’s motion detector is triggered. Let your smart home take action for you!

Customize your own smart home in Ocala

Are you ready to get smarter home savings in Ocala? A Vivint smart home provides access to the latest home security advancements and will save you money over the long haul. You’ll also enjoy impressive home protection and the assurance that comes with 24-hour monitoring. Dial (352) 922-3678 to learn more and start creating your own smart home.