Technology is part of everyday life, and it’s becoming more visible in the way we live at home. In this blog we look at how smart home features could add value to your property and how you can start making your home smarter.
What is a smart home?
A smart home is any property with internet-connected devices. This could be a doorbell with a camera or a full security system you can access from your phone. These devices give you more control over how your home works, and that’s something buyers are starting to look for.
What smart technology is best for your home?
The best smart tech depends on how far you want to go with it. Smart meters help you track energy and gas use with features like real-time monitoring and efficiency settings. Smart security systems are popular with buyers because they allow remote monitoring from phones and tablets.
Lighting systems that connect to the internet also count as smart tech. Lights can be dimmed, turned off, or scheduled using your phone. You have complete control over the temperature in your house with smart thermostats, which also integrate well with smart meters to help control expenses.
Smart technology can transform your media room or movie theatre into a completely controlled entertainment centre. The secret is to pick gadgets that complement the features and design of your house.
Why market your home as a smart home?
Smart homes are viewed as more sophisticated than regular homes. With any investment, you can build your home around this fact; some buyers are looking for that technological integration with their home and will pay a premium to get that installed themselves. However, if you have the infrastructure already there, that makes for a strong selling point in your listing.
Smart homes also save on bill costs, with more energy-efficient infrastructure, and by giving the owner more control over how their house is heated/powered, you give the potential buyer a more confident outlook on their future home.
What does the market think of smart homes?
Smart homes are more than just having tech in the house. Buyers are looking for upgrades that improve daily life and make things easier. Cost-saving features like smart meters and thermostats are leading the way, with 67% of UK energy meters now smart or advanced and 61% actively sending usage data to suppliers. These upgrades not only appeal to modern buyers but can also help your property stand out in a competitive market.
Adding smart tech can boost your home’s appeal, but it’s worth noting that too much technology might put off buyers who aren’t confident using it. Keeping things simple and useful is often the best approach.
The Your Move Content Marketing Team
