What is Home Automation?
For some it may be something as simple as remote
or automatic control of a few lights. For others,
security may be the central application. Still others
may choose to install advanced controllers or use
voice recognition. As a very basic definition, we tend
to refer to Home Automation as anything that gives
you remote or automatic control of things around the
home.
Adding Home Automation to an existing home is surprisingly affordable and simple. Our average
product costs less than $40 and requires no new wires!
We, at N.J.E.S., think that Home Automation should be what you want it to be. Whatever your
automation project might be, we're confident that using it will make life around the home more
convenient, safe and fun!
What Can I Control Around My Home?
Lighting
Is probably the most popular control category and a great way to
get involved with home automation. Starter kits begin at $40 or so
and are plug-and-play easy to install. Dim fixtures you could never
dim before, control them from anywhere in the house (or world via
the Internet).
Security Systems & Access Control
Have your home call you and/or loved ones if there is an alert
status. You can save money on security monitoring services or even
monitor for non-traditional security events like water in the laundry
room or basement. Additionally, Our products include devices
which will allow you to unlock the front door to let friends in or close
the garage door from your office via the web.


Home Theater & Entertainment
Just imagine replacing that pile of remotes with just one controller.
Now, imagine not having to know all 10 steps to starting up your
home theater, just, simply press the HBO icon and your home
automation products/system will do the rest. Built-in speakers are
especially popular with homeowners as they provide beautiful sound
throughout the house while adding no clutter whatsoever.
Phone Systems
Phone systems which are usually used for small business
applications are surprisingly convenient in the home. With caller ID
and a home automation controller you can even screen your calls
for only those you wish to cause your phone to ring. Voice control
software turns every phone in your home into a remote controller.




*Thermostats
Remote control thermostats allow you to adjust the temperature
from bed at night or even from a cell phone while on your way
home (or to your 2nd home!). They can even trigger a notice to
you if the temperature gets too low (freezing pipes) or too high
(pets, plants, etc.).
*Irrigation
Have your sprinklers turn on only when it's dry. Some of our
customers even turn the sprinklers on when there's motion in the
yard at unwanted times - imagine someone trying to explain the wet
clothes to the police!
*Networking
Home Automation can be accomplished using various types of
connectivity. What's great is that many of today's Home Automation
products need no new wires - so they are perfect to retrofit into an
existing home. If you are building new, or doing a major remodel,
please consider adding networking, audio, video and control wiring
while it is easy and relatively inexpensive, later on you'll be happy
you did.
*And Anything Else You Can Imagine
... (Well almost anyway).
North Jersey Electrical Services Inc. We're changing the way people live in their homes through innovative electrical and electronic solutions...
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