If you already have an alarm system installed, converting that system to accommodate a home automation system is usually quite simple. However, the cost of adding smart home features depends on exactly what features you plan to add, and more importantly what features you might need.The average cost of adding a home automation system in 2016 was approximately $1331. While we can't give you exact costs, nor would that help you much, we will talk about the kinds of smart home features you might … [Read more...]
7 Reasons to Consider Smart Home Cameras this Year
Right now, smart home security camera systems are all the rage in St. Louis. Families all over our region are buying into the idea of protecting their homes with camerasthat can be accessed via a simple app on a smartphone. So why are consumers so drawn to this latest smart home product? … [Read more...]
The Best ‘Smart’ Home Video Equipment
<div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="http://info.butlerdurrellsecurity.com/news/the-best-smart-home-video-equipment" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2255973/Imported_Blog_Media/Video-Surveillance.jpg" alt="The Best 'Smart' Home Video Equipment" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>So you’re ready to upgrade to … [Read more...]
3 Ways ‘Smart’ Features Help Make a Home Safer
<div class="hs-featured-image-wrapper"> <a href="http://info.butlerdurrellsecurity.com/news/3-ways-smart-features-help-make-a-home-safer" title="" class="hs-featured-image-link"> <img src="https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/2255973/Imported_Blog_Media/Smart-Locks.jpg" alt="3 Ways 'Smart’ Features Help Make a Home Safer" class="hs-featured-image" style="width:auto !important; max-width:50%; float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;"> </a> </div> <p>When people think … [Read more...]