Why choose Clever Dweller?
Clever Dweller wants to help you live simply. Living in this technological age can be complicated. Clever Dweller brings all those complexities together in a simple way to enhance the way you live. We want to help you get back to the simple things in life, worry free, reliable, and at an affordable price point.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Lawrence, KS and the surrounding area. We will soon be expanding to Topeka and Kansas City markets.
What is the installation time?
Installation will vary based on the size of the project. Anywhere from 1-2 hours to a week.
Do you have customer service?
Of course! Our friendly and knowledgeable customer services reps are available to answer your questions 24/7/365.
Are these systems affordable?
Absolutely. For less than $500, you can control some lights, a thermostat and your TV system. At that price, the system might pay for itself in a few short years if you use the technology to manage energy costs.
Do you guarantee your pricing?
We guarantee the price on our proposals for 30 days after a bid has been submitted. If the bid is not signed within that period we reserve the right to review our pricing
What is the best bet to build a smart home today that stays usable in the future?
Z-Wave hands down! The hub you choose today is not important as they will change over time, what is important is that you choose the protocol for the devices that you are going to have installed and hands down that is Z-Wave.
- Large players (GE, Leviton, Vivint, Verizon ADT) are all behind z-wave and are making large investments in the technology.
- Z-Wave is more economical than Zigbee devices.
- Z-Wave uses much less power than WiFi which is the primary constraint for WiFi devices as they suck lots of power so they aren’t great for battery powered applications like door locks or motion sensors. Z-wave devices can last for years on one or two AA batteries.
- There are a lot of good available, and reliable hubs available for Z-wave devices. (Smartthings, Wink, Vera)
- Z-Wave is a mesh network, every device you add to a z-wave device makes the network stronger.
- Z-Wave is tested and has been on the market for years but because of lower manufacturing costs it is starting to reach critical mass and home automation is becoming more affordable for the average home owner.
What is the big deals with smart thermostats?
The “big deal” is that they connect the internet to the highest energy use appliance within your home your HVAC system. This means it has the biggest ability to impact your energy consumption on a per home basis.
What is the Internet of Things?
Simply put, this is the concept of basically connecting any device with an on and off switch to the Internet (and/or to each other). This includes everything from cellphones, coffee makers, washing machines, headphones, lamps, wearable devices and almost anything else you can think of.
Broadband Internet is become more widely available, the cost of connecting is decreasing, more devices are being created with Wi-Fi capabilities and sensors built into them, technology costs are going down, and smartphone penetration is sky-rocketing. All of these things are creating a "perfect storm" for the IoT especially in the smart home space.
What are benefits of professional installation?
- Keeping up with the Trends: Technology moves at a fast pace. What’s new today is often old tomorrow. Clever Dweller makes a point to stay on top of the technology trends for the home. You’ll rest assured that your home automation investment is sound will stand the test of time.
- Understanding Technology Installation: Almost everyone has experienced the frustration of a home improvement project gone wrong. And rarely is setup as easy as the instructions make it seem. Clever Dweller work around any challenges and implement solutions to ensure your system works reliably.
- Customized Programming: The functionality of home automation often hinges on the programming of the software and should be handled by a professional. Through training and experience we will perfect the skill of the software to tailor it to your home automation system to meet your precise needs and expectations.
- Peace of Mind: System snafus are bound to happen when there’s technology in your home. Clever Dweller can help remedy the problem – whether the fix is a simple reboot or something more complex that requires on-site sleuthing to resolve.