{"id":10016,"date":"2019-08-20T08:37:11","date_gmt":"2019-08-20T15:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/?p=10016"},"modified":"2022-01-31T09:37:13","modified_gmt":"2022-01-31T16:37:13","slug":"smart-home-can-save-you-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/smart-home-can-save-you-money\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways Having a Smart Home Can Save You Money"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>by: Jules Hopkins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are like most homeowners, you probably cringe every time one of your utility bills arrives in your mailbox or your email. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You never know what to expect, especially if someone at home forgets to turn off the lights, cranks up air conditioner, or takes daily 30-minute showers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/nest_3rd_gen_front-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"nest 3\" class=\"wp-image-6095\" width=\"109\" height=\"109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/nest_3rd_gen_front-compressor.jpg 400w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/nest_3rd_gen_front-compressor-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/nest_3rd_gen_front-compressor-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 109px) 100vw, 109px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these mishaps can create great expense to your utilities. But what if your smart home could make some of these problems go away, and help decrease your utility bills?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I will go over 6 ideas for how smart homes can save you money. If you&#8217;re just starting out with <a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/complete-smart-home-setup\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smart home tech,<\/a> this should have a few ideas to help keep a little extra cash in your pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_white no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Table of Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Smart_Homes_Can_Save_You_Money\">Smart Homes Can Save You Money<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Remote_controls\">Remote controls<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Turn_off_unused_devices\">Turn off unused devices<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Turn_off_lights\">Turn off lights<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Control_your_HVAC\">Control your HVAC<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Automate_everything\">Automate everything<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Safety_and_security\">Safety and security<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bonus_Idea_Saving_time\">Bonus Idea: Saving time<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align:center\"><span id=\"Smart_Homes_Can_Save_You_Money\">Smart Homes Can Save You Money<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\">Affiliate Disclosure<\/a>: This page has affiliate links, which earn us commission at no cost to you.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/smart-home-automation-ideas\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smart homes control and automate everything<\/a> from your lights to your HVAC and everything in between. Smart door locks can even make sure that you are never locked out of your home again \u2013 which is great for homeowners that frequently misplace keys (read more about dealing with lock outs <a href=\"https:\/\/housetipster.com\/housetips\/689\/what-to-do-when-youre-locked-out-of-your-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">in this guide<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/simplisafe_sensor-compressor.png\" alt=\"simplisafe sensor\" class=\"wp-image-6424\" width=\"282\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/simplisafe_sensor-compressor.png 1000w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/simplisafe_sensor-compressor-300x186.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 282px) 100vw, 282px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many benefits and conveniences, it is no wonder that more and more homeowners are adding smart home features when renovating their homes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a quick list of ways that your smart home can help you save money (and energy).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Remote_controls\">Remote controls<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps the best and most popular feature of your smart home is the ability to <strong>manage all of your home devices remotely<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/nest_app-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"nest app\" class=\"wp-image-4918\" width=\"129\" height=\"129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/nest_app-compressor.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/nest_app-compressor-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/nest_app-compressor-300x300.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 129px) 100vw, 129px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So if your teenager turns the air conditioning unit down to 65-degrees because it is &#8220;too hot&#8221; outside, you can set alerts to know when the system is adjusted outside of your assigned threshold, and you can then remotely turn it back to a more comfortable and cost-effective setting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes a difference in your day-to-day life, but it makes a <strong>huge<\/strong> difference when you&#8217;re on vacation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remote controls are one of those things that once you have them, they are super convenient and hard to go back to living without.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Turn_off_unused_devices\">Turn off unused devices<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By using smart plugs, your plugged in<strong> <\/strong>devices<strong> can be powered off when not in use<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electronics like TVs and fans are frequently left on when no one is around, wasting energy. With how busy we all are, it isn\u2019t easy to remember to turn everything off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/smartthings_v2_outlet-compressor.jpeg\" alt=\"smartthings v2 outlet\" class=\"wp-image-8330\" width=\"127\" height=\"95\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/smartthings_v2_outlet-compressor.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/smartthings_v2_outlet-compressor-300x225.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 127px) 100vw, 127px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>By plugging devices into smart outlets, you can make sure they automatically turned off if there&#8217;s no motion in the room for a certain amount of time. You can also manually turn them off within the app, which is a big benefit if you&#8217;re downstairs and trying to save a trip upstairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few smart outlets to check out are <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" aria-label=\"TP-Link (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Z8Gx7G\" target=\"_blank\">TP-Link<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/etekcity-smart-plug-review\/\">Etekcity<\/a>, and <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2zgnf0F\">SmartThings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some smart outlets can even tell you the energy use for different devices, which is insightful if you&#8217;re trying to figure out where your monthly energy bill is going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another idea for turning off devices: make ceiling fans turn on or off whenever the door is opened or closed. You can do this by using <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"BOND (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/-fPuHH-ktMA\" target=\"_blank\">BOND<\/a> to automate ceiling fans. It&#8217;s very easy to leave ceiling fans on for too long, but automating them solves this issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/BOND_single-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"BOND Fan Control Review\" class=\"wp-image-7690\" width=\"218\" height=\"132\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/BOND_single-compressor.jpg 800w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/BOND_single-compressor-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 218px) 100vw, 218px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ZhmS4H\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"176\" height=\"28\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/buy-from-amazon.gif\" rel='magnific' alt=\"buy on amazon\" class=\"wp-image-2271\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>BOND communicates to any ceiling fan that uses RF, making all of your basic ceiling fans smart at a very affordable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Turn_off_lights\">Turn off lights<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever woken up in the morning for work, gone about your business in the bathroom, and then wandered down the stairs or down the hall only to find that several lights were left on, all night long? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have children or teenagers, this may be a daily occurrence for you. And this behavior is extremely wasteful for our environment and absolutely drives up the costs of our electrical bills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/hue_light_strips_2nd_gen-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5646\" width=\"345\" height=\"173\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/ifttt-applets-only-at-certain-times\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/ifttt-applets-only-at-certain-times\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a>With a smart home, you can <strong>monitor all lighting and turn lights off after a certain period of time<\/strong>. You can schedule a time of night when all lights go off, and you can even program your automated lighting to go on and off at random times throughout the day or night as part of your security system and routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the easiest ways to automate all of this is in SmartThings. You can get the lights working with <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"SmartThings (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/WFu_GUzVxpA\" target=\"_blank\">SmartThings<\/a> compatible devices (like thermostats, security cameras, sensors, and more). Another option is to use smart bulbs like <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2HgBN53\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" aria-label=\"Philips Hue (opens in a new tab)\">Philips Hue<\/a> and automate everything in their own app. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/lifx_mini_color-compressor-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"lifx vs lifx plus vs lifx mini\" class=\"wp-image-6626\" width=\"284\" height=\"160\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/lifx_mini_color-compressor-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/lifx_mini_color-compressor-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/lifx_mini_color-compressor.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 284px) 100vw, 284px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Control_your_HVAC\">Control your HVAC<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Temperature control, as we shared in one of the above examples, is a major benefit in a smart home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your smart home allows you to <strong>set your thermostat as well as your door and window sensors to work in harmony<\/strong> so that you can achieve efficient cooling and heating for your home. For example, if your system detects that a door or window has been left ajar, your air won&#8217;t run so that it saves on your HVAC bill. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/smartthings_multipurpose_sensors-compressor.png\" alt=\"smartthings v2 vs v3 multipurpose sensor\" class=\"wp-image-8337\" width=\"418\" height=\"283\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><em>See SmartThings sensors on <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" aria-label=\"Amazon (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Z8jyty\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then when the door or window has been shut appropriately, your smart system will return to the original temperature setting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/nest-3rd-gen-weather-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"Nest 3rd Gen Farsight Weather\" class=\"wp-image-7289\" width=\"144\" height=\"100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/nest-3rd-gen-weather-compressor.jpg 580w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/nest-3rd-gen-weather-compressor-300x208.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 144px) 100vw, 144px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also automate temperature controls. For example, using Nest you can easily <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/googlenest\/answer\/9247319?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"set a lock (opens in a new tab)\">set a lock<\/a> for your thermostat that limits the temperature within your set range. Adjusting settings or changing the temperature outside of the parameters requires your specific 4 digit pin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have lots of ideas about how to save money with smart thermostats in our article <a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/is-nest-worth-it\/\">Is Nest Worth It?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Side note: you may also be able to get a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rebate (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/googlenest\/answer\/9243909?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">rebate<\/a> for your thermostat to bring down its price. Since it helps cut down your monthly energy bills, it&#8217;s like double savings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Automate_everything\">Automate everything<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the innovative technology of smart home devices, these systems can incorporate <strong>automatic decision\u2013making skills<\/strong> so you can just relax. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your system learns your needs by making a record of certain behaviors, and then adjusting devices accordingly. As an example, a smart thermostat can recognize no one is in a room, and can then turn off or adjust the air conditioning for that space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your smart home can also monitor the weather. If extreme heat is forecasted, your smart devices can automatically lower blinds so that your home is insulated from the heat outdoors. Or if it&#8217;s raining, your <a href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/rachio-gen-2-review\/\">smart sprinkler controller<\/a> will not water your lawn to save water. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/rachio_unboxed-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"rachio unboxed\" class=\"wp-image-5773\" width=\"284\" height=\"158\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Nnnm2W\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"176\" height=\"28\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/buy-from-amazon.gif\" rel='magnific' alt=\"buy on amazon\" class=\"wp-image-2271\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And, because of geofencing which tracks your location, your smart home can have the exterior (or interior) lights turned on for you when you get home from work, and turn off at a set time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only is this truly convenient, but it will also help keep you safe, and saves you money from accidentally leaving them on all night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Safety_and_security\">Safety and security<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aside from the many benefits related to electricity control, smart homes also make your home safer and more secure from external threats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional home security systems are expensive and require a lengthy contract. But smart home tech lets you monitor everything for free, saving you money while keeping you safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/wyze_cam-compressor-867x1024.jpg\" alt=\"wyze cam review\" class=\"wp-image-7944\" width=\"83\" height=\"98\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/wyze_cam-compressor-867x1024.jpg 867w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/wyze_cam-compressor-254x300.jpg 254w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/wyze_cam-compressor.jpg 1016w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 83px) 100vw, 83px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Consumers purchase <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloomberg.com\/news\/articles\/2018-02-16\/this-is-the-smart-home-of-the-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">smart home<\/a> devices not only for modern convenience, but also because they want their homes to be safer and more secure at a more affordable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few smart home security ideas include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Automated lighting to scare off would-be thieves<\/li><li>Sensors that trigger a siren <\/li><li>Motion sensors for visibility arriving home late in the evening <\/li><li>WiFi security cameras for keeping an eye on your home and receiving motion alerts if someone is there who shouldn&#8217;t be<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For these features, you can use a DIY security system like <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"SimpliSafe or Nest Secure (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/scout-vs-simplisafe-vs-nest-secure\/\" target=\"_blank\">SimpliSafe or Nest Secure<\/a> and choose whether or not you want to pay monthly for professional monitoring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/nest_secure_3-compressor.jpg\" alt=\"nest secure\" class=\"wp-image-6599\" width=\"375\" height=\"183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/nest_secure_3-compressor.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/nest_secure_3-compressor-300x147.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Or if you want a high quality security camera that is super affordable and won&#8217;t cost you monthly fees, take a look at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Wyze Cam (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wyze-cam-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">Wyze Cam<\/a>. It gives you <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"14 days of free cloud storage (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wyze.com\/wyze-cam-cloud-access\/\" target=\"_blank\">14 days of free cloud storage<\/a>, plus it storage onboard with a microSD card. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Bonus_Idea_Saving_time\">Bonus Idea: Saving time<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, these automations extend beyond saving money to make you more comfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/amazon_echo_dot_heather_gray-compressor-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"amazon echo dot v3 heather gray\" class=\"wp-image-8646\" width=\"101\" height=\"101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/amazon_echo_dot_heather_gray-compressor-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/amazon_echo_dot_heather_gray-compressor-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/amazon_echo_dot_heather_gray-compressor-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/amazon_echo_dot_heather_gray-compressor.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 101px) 100vw, 101px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While this short list of tips might not <em>save <\/em>you money, they will automate your routine and make you more efficient. And time is money, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>You can program your smart home to turn on the heater before you rise in the morning so that your home doesn&#8217;t have that morning chill. <\/li><li>Program your coffee maker to start a pot of coffee 20 minutes after you wake-up so that a fresh pot is ready and waiting for you by the time you make it down to the kitchen. Do this with a smart outlet or smart coffeemaker. <\/li><li>Use Alexa routines to remind you to take out the trash, have your lights\/thermostat adjust automatically, and more. Check out our list of the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"25 Best Alexa Routine ideas (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/smarthomesolver.com\/reviews\/alexa-routine-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\">25 Best Alexa Routine ideas<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>What are your ideas for using a smart home to save money? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by: Jules Hopkins If you are like most homeowners, you probably cringe every time one of your utility bills arrives in your mailbox or your email. 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