Optimize Your Energy Use for a More Efficient, Eco-Conscious Lifestyle

Climate change, savings and greater reliability are just some of the reasons people are reimagining their relationships with energy. Home automation systems are increasingly taking this into account, not only when it comes to your family’s lifestyle but also to protect your valuable equipment.

For energy storage and management, sonnen is the go-to partner for smart home professionals. Automate your energy use according to your specific priorities while integrating everything seamlessly with your control system of choice.

Learn about sonnen’s products and features and find out why this technology is so vital for homes in West Hartford, CT, and throughout New England.

Explore the Technology That Will Have the Biggest Impact in 2020

No technology in the world is older than lighting control, but that doesn’t mean it is not constantly evolving. Ever since humans created fire, they’ve been looking for new ways to illuminate their spaces and improve their lifestyles. Dimmers may have introduced the modern lighting control movement in the late 1950s, but innovation hasn't stopped there.

In the following decades, there's been the advent of color-changing bulbs, whole-home systems, and even intuitive mobile apps. Valuable additions were made in 2019 as well, whether it was brand new technology or existing one finally finding its way to residential applications in Newport, RI, Old Saybrook, CT and throughout New England. Explore our latest blog to learn about the latest and greatest in home lighting control, including tunable fixtures, voice control, and more.

Embrace the Power of Smart Shading No Matter Your Budget or Space Limitations

Motorized shades are one of the most versatile smart technology options for your home. Their list of benefits includes added privacy, style and comfort and you can choose from a wide range of models, fabrics and colors to fit any environment. But despite their vast potential, many homeowners still believe they're not the right fit for them. 

For existing homeowners, the phrase “retrofit” can be a loaded one. Thoughts of contractors making holes or tearing down walls, pulling hundreds of feet of wire or sheetrocking, repainting and refinishing a space can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare.

Fear not because Lutron’s wireless and battery-powered shading solutions are the perfect option to add shades to your home without turning it into a construction zone.

Designed for simple and affordable application, these products are a great entry point into the world of motorized shades. Enjoy all the perks of motorized shading without having to deal with invasive wiring. Are you interested in adding shades to your condo in Hartford or your beach house in Westerly, RI, but not sure where to start? Then keep reading and let us show you how this can all be possible with the power of Lutron.

These Entry Level Options Are Ideal for Any Budget

Custom smart home solutions are often considered a luxury item compared to their DIY counterparts. With some comprehensive systems costing hundreds of thousands of dollars, it’s no surprise that many families think this technology is out of their reach. But not all smart home systems need to be extravagant to improve your day-to-day lifestyle.

Smart home technology is more affordable than ever. As your go-to smart home company, we offer a wide range of solutions for middle-class families that want to get in on the smart home movement. Although there are more options available, below are four we've recommended most for families from Old Saybrook, CT to Newport, RI. These are not only more affordable, but also involve less invasive wiring, making them ideal for existing homes.