Recent content by Skier76

Yeah, I'm starting to see the light. This may be one of those "Do it right first...or don't do it at all' type of setups.

I like the ability to lock and unlock the door remotely. That would be great paired with a camera or two for letting service contractors in the house when I'm at work. But that monthly fee is somewhat of a turnoff. I'm sure some day, they'll be a service that just requires a software purchase...

Rupp...that looks like it should fit the bill. The $99 package has the software and the modules. Not sure I'd have use for the remote, but I won't complain. Thanks for posting the info.

Thanks everyone. So x-10 or smarthome don't offer anything that can control the lamps? Would I have to purchase an entire setup? (I'm such a newb...I know.)

Thanks guys! Is there anything that plugs into a router that can be used to control lights? An app to control it would be nice, but a web portal could work as well. For now, I have no problem with separate controls for the HVAC and lighting. I'm trying to keep the price on this pretty...

That Vera controller is pretty slick! I like the idea of controlling everything off one unit. And the switches would be slick. I've got some outside lights on intermatic timers right now. But that's a bit more than I want to spend. And I'd still have to buy all the lamp stuff. Is there...

Thanks for the quick reply! I'm looking at one of those Wifi-T-Stats from Home Depot. I'd just use the free app they have for the iphone/ipad to control it. As for the lamps, again, just a basic app that allows you to set on/off times and override those times if needed. We do a lot of...

Hello, Looks like some good info here! I'm looking into setting up some really basic automation functions. First order of business is a wifi t-stat. I'm pretty sure I'm set with the wiring...just need to buy the unit. I'm looking into doing some automated lighting; nothing to crazy, just...