Let’s be honest, Saskatchewan summers are beautiful, but they can get hot. Whether you’re trying to stay cool without cranking your power bill, or want to keep an eye on things while you’re at the lake, smart home tech is here to make your summer a breeze.
Here’s how a few smart upgrades can help you chill out, literally.
1. Smart Thermostats: Set It and Forget It
Smart thermostats like the Google Nest or ecobee learn your habits, adjust based on weather, and can be controlled from your phone. Heading out for the weekend? Dial the A/C down while you're gone and turn it back up before you get home, all without getting off your floatie.
Bonus: They can actually save you money on energy bills. That’s hot.
2. Smart Shades and Blinds
Did you know closing blinds during peak heat can lower indoor temps dramatically? With smart blinds, you can schedule them to shut automatically during the hottest part of the day, or control them with your voice. Fancy and functional.
3. Smart Sprinklers = Smarter Lawn
Why water your lawn when it's about to rain? Smart irrigation systems use weather data to schedule watering only when needed. Save water, time, and maybe even a few neighbourly nods of approval.
4. Outdoor Smart Plugs & Lights
Turn your patio into a nighttime oasis with app-controlled lights, bug zappers, or fans. Smart plugs let you control outdoor gear remotely, so you’re not running around unplugging things at midnight in your PJ shorts.
5. Smart Cameras & Doorbells
If you’re headed out of town, smart cameras and doorbells (like Ring or Arlo) let you see who’s at your door, get alerts, and even chat with delivery drivers, all from your phone. It’s like a bouncer for your house, minus the velvet rope.
Smarter Living = Cooler Living
Smart home tech isn’t just for winter hibernation; it can seriously upgrade your summer, too. Whether it’s keeping your space cool, secure, or just a little more convenient, there’s a gadget for that.
Need help figuring out what works for your home or office? Give us a shout at Rivercity Tech, we’re all about tech that works for you.
