Tag: smart
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How to Add a Driveway Alarm to Your Smart Home System
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The technology of smart homes has transformed how home owners track and secure their security and this is convenient and secure in a single network. An addition of a driveway alarm to this network is one of the features that have been ignored. A driveway alarm does not just warn you of somebody coming into…
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Your expert guide to smart heating systems
Smart heating systems are one of the easiest ways to make savings on your household bills and get started designing a smart home – simple to install, a doddle to operate and available at all kinds of price points to suit individual budgets. “Smart heating has evolved rapidly in the UK, and it’s now one…
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Why Automatic Doors are a Smart Investment for Commercial Offices
Walk into any modern corporate building, medical complex, or retail center. Before you see the reception desk or hear the background music, you interact with the entrance. This transition point, often an afterthought in design, operates as a critical juncture between exterior and interior worlds. It manages environmental exchange, controls human traffic flow, and establishes…
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Why design-build is the key to building smart and stronger
Listen to the article 6 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Robert Brown is president and CEO of GCM Contracting Solutions, a design-build contractor in Southwest Florida. Opinions are the author’s own. For decades, the design-bid-build model has been the backbone of the U.S. construction industry. It has…
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Smart Bidding Strategies with Artificial Intelligence
In construction, an accurate bid can mean the difference between a profitable year or continuous delays and costly overruns. Many contractors continue to rely on spreadsheets, fragmented data, or gut instinct to prepare bids. This leaves too much room for errors. According to Contimod, nine out of ten construction projects exceed their budgets, with average…
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One-Piece vs Smart Toilets: Which Is the Cleaner Choice?
So, you’re thinking about upgrading your bathroom and you’ve come across two popular options: one piece toilets and smart toilets. Both claim to offer a cleaner, fresher bathroom experience, but honestly, which one really keeps things cleaner? I’ve spent a good amount of time researching and even trying out both, and I want to share…
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2026 Home Remodel Trends — Smart, Sustainable & Contractor Guide
Home and commercial renovations in 2026 will center on sustainability, flexibility, and technology. Experts note that smart systems are shifting from novelty to practical tools – “AI-driven lighting, thermostats, vacuums and cameras… are far more than gimmicks; they’re tools” that improve comfort and efficiency . At the same time, eco-friendly upgrades are becoming standard. As…
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Allesin Launches Prestige Motorized Smart Shade Solutions
Smart home integration is no longer limited to lighting and thermostats—window treatments are now a key part of the connected living experience. Allesin, a U.S.-focused brand specializing in smart shading solutions, has unveiled the Prestige Motorized Shades Series, designed to combine intelligent control, modern aesthetics, no-drill installation, and enhanced comfort in one complete package. Smart Control,…
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How SMART Goals Change Your Financial Mindset
When it comes to managing money, most of us start with good intentions. We say things like “I want to save more” or “I’ll pay off my debt this year,” but these vague goals often fade fast. The truth is, without a clear plan, it’s easy to fall back into old habits. This is especially…
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Beat the Heat with Smart Cooling Hacks to Cut AC Costs
While the majority of homeowners rely on air conditioning and ceiling fans during the summer months, there are additional ways in which you can upgrade your home to maintain a cool environment. Window replacement and installation experts Window Nation compiled their top tips on how to keep your home cool this summer, ranging from small…