Have you ever felt uneasy or even a bit alarmed when you hear someone knocking at your door? When you aren’t expecting any company or package delivery, you may be afraid to go to the door for fear that there will be a potential intruder on the other side. With the X10 Driveway Sensor/Alert Kit, […]
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Set Up a Basic X10 Home Automation System Using These Quick, Easy Steps, Part 2
In this article, we’ll wrap up our discussion of how to set up a very basic X10 home automation system. For people who aren’t familiar with home automation products, opting for a small, manageable system including just a remote and two receivers is a low-key, non-intimidating way to start. Once you’ve mastered installing and using […]
Set Up a Basic X10 Home Automation System Using These Quick, Easy Steps, Part 1
Years ago, home automation seemed like a futuristic fantasy. Today, the reality of this remote-controlled lifestyle has already reached an impressive number of homes across the globe. The trend doesn’t show any start of slowing down either. Perhaps the best news of all is you don’t have to be especially wealthy or extremely tech savvy […]
Outdoor Swimming Pool Area Lighting Options
Figuring out the right kind of lighting to use inside your pool is important, but it’s not the only area to think about when it comes to pool illumination. As we mentioned in the first article of this series (see Part 1, 2, 3 & 4), it’s also a wise idea to include plenty of […]
Pros & Cons of Fiber-Optic Lights for Your Pool
Pool lighting is a wonderful way to promote safety and improve the look of your backyard pool area. In our investigation of pool lighting options (see Part 1, 2 & 3), we’ve already explored some of the pros and cons of both traditional incandescent lights and the increasingly popular LED lights. Fiber-optic lights are another […]
Pros & Cons of LED Lights for Your Pool
In everything from automobiles to home lighting to pool lighting, LED lights seem to be the wave of the future. These lights have earned their popularity for a number of solid reasons. In this third installment of this three-part series of articles (see Part 1 & 2), we’ll take a look at some of the […]
Pros & Cons of Incandescent Lighting for Your Pool
Finding the ideal lights for your pool area can be a challenge. As we pointed out in the first article of this series, pool lighting is a necessity for both safety and style. Aside from your basic outdoor light fixtures, putting in some additional external and internal lighting for both your swimming pool and the […]
Choosing the Right Lighting for Your Swimming Pool
One of the most important items to include when it comes to installing a backyard pool is adequate lighting. Though lighting might seem like an insignificant afterthought, it’s really a vital part of maintaining your pool’s safety. It can also be a way to add a touch of personalized style to your backyard oasis. Install […]
Advantages of Using an X10 Home Security System
Today’s homeowners put a premium on safety and security. With the wide selection of home security services and systems currently available, it’s not always easy to decide which plan to choose in order to protect your home and family. X10 is a DIY home security and home automation company that’s been around since 1978. They’ve […]
Five Ways Home Automation Can Make a Positive Difference in Your Life
Home automation is the wave of the future. There are all sorts of exciting home automation products on the market, but many homeowners haven’t yet taken advantage of them. They’re so used to taking care of the routine details of everyday life that they don’t realize the freedom that home automation has to offer. Here […]