Do I need an electrician for smart home upgrades?

EMC Electrical Group are your local home automation specialists in Bristol. We’re here to tell you more about smart home upgrades and who should install them.

DIY or Electrician for smart home upgrades?

Smart home technology and home automation are no longer the sole purview of tech enthusiasts, it’s now becoming the norm in the average Bristol home. There are a wide variety of smart home upgrades available to enhance all aspects of domestic life at an increasingly affordable price. Some of these smart home upgrades are marketed as easy to install, plug and play options; such as wireless camera doorbells or app controlled light bulbs. If you plan on just adding these simple upgrades, then you can absolutely carry out these tasks yourself. However, if you want to experience a more immersive and integrated smart home experience, you will need an experienced smart home electricians help.

Popular smart home upgrades 

As mentioned above, there are now a wide variety of mart home upgrades available for your Bristol. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular ones.

Smart heating – Smart heating controls are one of the most popular smart home upgrades, allowing homeowners to control their heating remotely and keep running costs low. Some systems are battery powered but the most efficient ones are hardwired and will need an electrician to set them up properly.

Smart lighting – There are lots of options when it comes to smart lighting upgrades for your Bristol home, from app-controlled bulbs, to smart switches and voice integrated systems. You’ll need an electrician if you’d like to add smart switches that can be controlled from your phone, or if you want your lighting integrated in a whole house automated system.

Smart Security – Smart tech options for home security range from basic plug and play camera doorbells to full home security systems with smart locks, motion sensors and wireless CCTV.  An experienced smart security electrician can help you to install a system that effectively protects your whole property, is tamper proof and will last for years to come. 

Smart EV Chargers - Many EV chargers are now smart chargers. This means they can be controlled remotely, be set up to charge at off peak periods, and be combined with solar and battery storage systems. Any EV charger installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

Full home automation – If your household in Bristol is ready to go all in with smart home tech, a full home automation system will be the best option for you. These clever systems tie together lighting, heating, voice control, audio systems and your appliances. They can even be programmed with set routines to get your home set up in the morning and closed down at night. As they are complex systems, it’s best to call in your local home automation electrician to ensure everything is installed correctly.

Smart home upgrade electrician in Bristol

If you are based in Bristol or the surrounding areas, EMC Electrical Group are your local, highly experienced smart home electrician. Our fully qualified team of electricians have years of experience under their belts and keep at the forefront of technological advances with regular training. 

If you’re unsure whether you need an electrician for smart home upgrades, get in touch with us today