Even for those who fear new ideas — fear not! Here are some worth checking out!
- The Samsung Powerbot SR20H9051 Series
This device tops the list of robotic vacuums, according to Consumer Reports. For about $500 this rounded, cordless, human-less machine can clean up surface debris for daily cleaning. - Voice Activated Smart Speakers
These gadgets do everything from give you a traffic report to help control your smart home devices to placing online orders. There are plenty to choose from- Amazon has its Echo and smaller Echo Dot version and Google came on the market with Google Home. - Smart Thermostats
These WiFi and programmable models, like The Nest Learning Thermostat, will get the house the temperature you want it to be timed right for when you get home from work and the kids home from school. They save you money too. The Wire Cutter compiled a list of their suggested best ones. - Smart Smoke Alarms
Not only does this new device by Halo combine both smoke and carbon monoxide detection, it alerts you when they go off via a smartphone app in case you aren’t home. Smart, right? - Remote Control Electrical Outlets
Taking a baby step into the world of WiFi home electronics is easier with the help of smart outlets. These outlets, like the iHome Smart Plug, are WiFi enabled so anything plugged into them is too. An app can help you power on or off appliances, set power limits and even give insight into how much electricity each appliances uses.
If these new ideas seem worth a try, but trying to install electrical yourself doesn’t sound like a good idea, rely on the experts from Walter Electric. We always offer an estimate for new installations.