Make your smart home work for you

Practical smart home automations that save time, energy, and make everyday life effortless.

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Lights that just work — Walk into any room and lights turn on automatically
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Perfect temperature — Never waste energy heating the outdoors
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True automation — Your home adapts to you, not the other way around
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Why this site exists

Most smart homes aren’t actually smart. They’re full of gadgets that need constant attention, confuse guests, and frustrate family members.

This cookbook is different. Every automation here follows proven principles:

Works for everyone

Your kids, guests, and spouse shouldn't need training. Physical switches still work. Automations feel natural.

Actually saves time

Each automation eliminates a real daily task. No more checking if doors are locked or wondering if the dryer finished.

Platform agnostic

Works with all major platforms:

Battle-tested

These aren't theoretical ideas. Every recipe has been refined through real-world use and family feedback.

Automatic room lighting

Walk into any room and lights turn on. Leave and they turn off. The most essential automation.

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Smart thermostat control

Stop heating or cooling the outdoors. Save 10-30% on energy bills automatically.

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Automatic away mode

When the last person leaves, your home secures itself and saves energy. No app needed.

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Appliance alerts

Get notified when the washer, dryer, or dishwasher finishes. Never forget wet clothes again.

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Browse all automations

Lighting

Motion-triggered, door-activated, and scheduled lighting

8 automations

Daily routines

Morning, bedtime, away, and arrival automations

5 automations

Climate and comfort

Temperature, humidity, and air quality

8 automations

Entertainment

Music and TV automations

6 automations

Appliances

Washer, dryer, vacuum automations

7 automations

Safety and security

Fire, water leak, and intrusion response

7 automations

Notifications

Alerts, reminders, and dashboard tiles

10 automations

New to home automation?

Start with our philosophy guide to understand what makes automations truly helpful (versus just technically impressive).

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