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FAQ

FAQs

 

What is a smart home/office/building?

 

A smart home is a home outfitted with devices that can be controlled by devices like smartphones or tablets. These connected devices can be appliances, lights, security systems, cameras, audio and video systems, televisions and even sprinklers.

Generally speaking, if your home has devices that connect to each other and a network, it’s a smart home. The complexity of smart systems may differ somewhat from home to home, but the basic foundation is the same.

Smart home basics: There are hundreds of devices on the markets that can make up a smart home system. Basic elements can now be automated or controlled from a smartphone anywhere in the world.

If you have a reliable internet connection and a few devices connected to it, you’re a part of the smart home revolution.

 

What are the benefits of automating a home or office?

 

The benefits of automation typically fall into a few categories, including savings, safety, convenience, and control. Additionally, some consumers purchase automation for comfort and peace of mind.

Savings: Smart products save energy.

How? We can always know where is the energy wastage happening and we can always prevent the same.

Safety: Automation definitely makes your place safer and more secure. Security cameras offer benefits through either remote monitoring of package deliveries or real-time video of your place inhabitants or unwanted visitors.

Convenience: Because Automation technologies perform routine tasks automatically, end users experience great convenience.

Control: Consumers also choose smart devices to better control functions within your place. With automation technology, you can know what’s happening inside your place at all times.

Comfort: Automation can also help create a comfortable atmosphere- they provide intelligent and adaptive lighting, sound, etc which can all help create an inviting environment.

Peace of mind: Many consumers invest in automation technology for peace of mind. Parents can check on their little ones from smart cameras and other technologies. You can check whether you have closed your main gate, or have switched off all lighting appliances before you leave.

 

Is Automation affordable?

 

Yes, Automation is affordable as long as you set a budget before venturing into the world of Automation. Not all spaces are the same. Some include automation for nearly every electronic device, while others focus on addressing the basics. Your smart place can be whatever you want to be. If you’d rather spend less, opt for a few small smart gadgets. If you have a relatively large budget, you can find more than enough gadgets to bring on board.

 

How can I save energy with Automation?

 

Automation can help you save energy by ensuring your place uses resources like water and electricity more effectively, reducing waste throughout the place. You may know that automation can help increase your place’s convenience and security. But did you know it can also save you money? With home automation, you can make a small difference for the environment and you see smaller utility bills as a result.

 

What is the difference between traditional solutions and smart solutions?

 

Traditional solutions are not as flexible as automated solutions, also automated solutions allow for creating a relationship network between multiple devices. Due to this, your daily life cuts down waste easily, both in terms of money and time. Automated solutions are different from traditional because it combines all devices, put them into communication and use them at best in a very effective way.

 

Why should I automate my space?

 

  • Better comfort levels
  • Save energy
  • Watch your home. You can even answer the door when you’re away.
  • Watch the kids. You can see if your children get home on time.
  • Skip key locks.
  • Save time.
  • Protect your house from intruders entering it; fire, smoke, or gas leak detection and taking appropriate actions.

 

Is it safe for children?

 

Yes, of course, it is. There is a child lock option in most of the products.

 

Is there a solution for taking care of pets from the office or during a short vacation?

 

Yes, we do have solutions through which you can monitor their activities and if required even talk to them so that they don’t feel lonely. There is also an option of feeding them food and water at regular intervals. Your pets are also secured, and you can track their location if they are roaming in your backyard garden or with your dog walker in the neighborhood

 

When is the right time to decide on appointing a home automation specialist for implementation?

 

The earlier the better. If you consult a smart home specialist while planning of building a new home or office, your chances of utilizing the technology and materials to an optimum level are higher. In some cases, pre-planning also prevents a lot of wastage in the material i.e. you indirectly save on costing and time as well.

 

Is it possible to convert an existing home or office into a smart home or office?

 

Yes, you can always do that. You can get in touch with us for details. We examine the current situation of your home/ office and help you with appropriate guidance on the possibilities.

 

Will it be difficult to switch from normal homes to smart homes?

 

Not at all. We at Auvicon keep in mind about the user experience. It is simple to use and deploy.

 

Is there any pre-requisite before deciding to switch to a smart home?

 

The only thing you should have is a good and reliable internet connection which is not a big deal at all nowadays. And you are set for the transformation.

 

What is the minimum cost to automate the lighting in a single room?

 

Well, it starts with Rs.7500 to control your lighting of a single room.

 

Do you charge for the consultation?

 

No, it’s free of cost. To book a session click here.

 

Is there a specific wiring layout to keep in mind before building a new home/ office/building?

 

Yes, you need to consider a few things. Check it here.

 

Can I automate my parking and outdoor lights and (sliding or swinging) main gate?

 

Yes, you can. Get in touch with us for more details.

 

Is there any warranty on these products?

 

Yes, there is. The warranty of the products usually varies from 1 year to 3 years and in some special cases also 5 years. Some of the brands also sell extended warranty up to 2 years which is generally advisable. Get in touch with our consultant to know more in detail.

 

Which cities does your company offer home automation services?

 

Some of our solutions have no geographical barrier hence can be provided anywhere in India. But for installations and maintenance, we have currently restricted our areas to Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Aurangabad in Maharashtra and Surat, Bharuch, Ankleshwar, Valsad, Vapi, Baroda and Ahmedabad / Gandhinagar in Gujarat.

 

What can be automated?

 

The application of automation can be anywhere.

In Residential properties (Flats, bungalows, Farmhouses); In commercial properties (offices, real estate, buildings); In Hospitality (restaurants, hotels and hotel rooms, hospitals and clinics, auditoriums and cinema theatres.) and Industrial applications (warehouse automation, intelligent lighting for energy efficiency and climate control based on the industry type) and much more.

 

Can I automate a rented home or office?

 

Yes, you can automate a rented space. You can remove the devices before leaving the space and again install in the new space. It is easy and doesn’t consume much time.

 

How does a lighting automation system operate?

 

It can be operated manually like regular switches, through a remote controller or through a mobile app (Android or iOS).  To understand in detail, get in touch with our consultant.

 

What is smart building material?

 

The material which has no side-effects on the environment and causes minimum wastage done while constructing a building is generally termed as the smart building material. Different type of smart materials is used for different purposes. Example- Material to utilize resources such as water. To control internal temperature without the use of excessive energy basically to conserve energy and help in making a building self-sufficient to an extent based on various factors. To know more get in touch without energy auditors and consultants.