What Is Smart Lighting and How Does it Enhance Your Home?

You may have heard of smart homes before, but besides their innovative aspects, you might not have considered their real benefits. Smart homes with automated landscape lighting means you have control of your house’s lighting system at all times—from the single touch of your phone.  

With smart home automation, you can control your lights and outlets, enhance visibility at night, increase security, and save energy. We created this guide to help you understand these benefits in detail. 

What is Smart Lighting?  

Smart lighting is state-of-the-art technology that makes controlling your home’s lighting simple. It consists of advanced smart bulbs, switches, and hubs, which are all connected and integrated into your home’s network. This creates a unique, comprehensive electrical system that allows you to manage your home through your smartphone. 

You can change the colors and brightness of your lights and even program them to turn on and off at specific times. There are many advantages to smart lighting, such as: 

– Improve convenience by enabling remote light control. 

– Reduce energy by setting lights to turn off when not in use. 

– Simulating occupancy while you are away which increases security. 

– It can be controlled hands-free by integrating with voice assistants like Google Assistant and Alexa.  

The Types of Smart Lighting Systems 

There are two types of smart lighting systems:  

– Wi-Fi Enabled Systems: These connect directly to your home network, allowing you to control them from anywhere with an internet connection. There are apps available that can control up to 50 bulbs. 

– Bluetooth Enabled Systems: If you have a smaller setup, a Bluetooth-enabled system may be better for you. These systems are frequently easier to install and more affordable. Without a hub, they connect straight to your smartphone. They offer a straightforward yet efficient smart lighting solution and function well in areas where remote access is not required. 

Understanding the Benefits of LED Lighting for Smart Systems 

LED lighting has become a popular choice for businesses and homeowners installing smart systems, and for good reason. LEDs offer several benefits, like energy efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness. 

Studies show that LED lights can reduce energy consumption by up to 80%, reducing electricity bills and maintenance costs. Moreover, LED lights are highly customizable, allowing you to enhance your rooms and create captivating atmospheres. 

If you need help replacing your former lighting and making your home Smart, Summers & Zim’s can help. We offer comprehensive lighting services tailored to your needs, from professional installation and maintenance to custom design solutions, so reach out!

Learn More About Our Landscape Lighting Services  

Automating your home and making it smart is more than controlling lights with your phone: it allows you to enjoy greater comfort, convenience, and, more importantly, security. Besides cutting down your energy bills, you can rest assured knowing your house’s control is always in your hands. 

Still, there are various things to consider before diving into smart lighting. To ensure you find the right one for your home, the Summer & Zim’s team will look at compatibility and explore the available connectivity options. Contact us today to learn more about the benefits of this service!