In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some of the key risks present in attempting to DIY (do it yourself) a home automation installation. While certain property needs can pretty easily be carried out by homeowners without much or any risk, home automation simply isn’t one of these — only professionals should be involved in installing smart home components.
At AVI Systems, we’re happy to offer a huge range of home automation systems to our clients, from whole home audio and 4K video to themes like security, surveillance and more. What are some of the other key risks you’re taking if you attempt to install various smart home components on your own, without professional assistance? Here are several to keep in mind, reminders that you should always leave these jobs to us.
Remote and Control Confusion
Another common issue we’ve seen in the past from people who have attempted their own installations: Because they’re utilizing different brands and products, they end up with several different apps, controllers and remotes to try and control everything. Not only is this confusing and frustrating, but it’s also a huge security risk.
What happens if you lose one of these controllers or accidentally give someone access to your home automation system? They could potentially wreak havoc on your entire setup. Rather, working with qualified professionals ensures that you’ll have a single, unified control system for your home automation that is both easy to use and secure.
Integration Issues
One of the key areas home automation professionals are most valuable is in their ability to integrate all of your systems together. From your security cameras and sensors to your lighting, climate control and audio/video, a professional integrator can make sure everything works together seamlessly and looks great.
Attempting to do this on your own can often lead to problems — mismatches in colors or styles, products that don’t quite work together the way you want them to, and more. With a professional on board, you can avoid all these issues and have a cohesive, stylish and effective home automation system.
Problems With Remote Access
Being able to access and control your system remotely is one of the biggest benefits of home automation. But if you’re attempting this sort of setup without professional help, you’ll be leaving your entire system vulnerable to hackers and other online threats.
Professionals can help secure your system and set up the necessary firewall and other protections to keep your home automation safe and sound. They can also help you set up remote access so that you can control your system from anywhere in the world.
These are just a few of the risks you take on when attempting a DIY home — risks that are eliminated when you work with qualified professionals. For more on our home automation services and how we help you avoid these problems, speak to the team at AVI Systems today.