This comprehensive smart home setup has an estimated total cost of approximately €1,400-1,500. Please note this is just an estimate based on the listed items, and actual prices may vary slightly higher or lower depending on specific brands, retailers, and current market conditions.
Home Assistant
The central hub for managing all smart home devices will be either a Home Assistant Green or a Home Assistant on a Mini PC setup, providing the core automation platform for the entire system. €200
Internet Connection
To ensure reliable connectivity in areas with limited broadband, this setup includes a 4G+ solution with a Close 4G+ Antennas location assessment, a high-gain Antenna for optimal signal reception, a Router for 4G connectivity, and a Repeater WiFi extender to ensure coverage throughout the property. Antenna: €120, Router: €100, Repeater: €30
Audio
The audio system features multiple Speaker units strategically placed for whole-home sound, with potential integration for microphones to enable hands-free voice control, phone calls, or AI chatbot interactions throughout the house. 4 × €150 = €600
Cleaning
Automated cleaning will be handled by a Roomba Integration, allowing the robotic vacuum to be controlled and scheduled through the home automation system for seamless integration with other smart home routines. €150
Lighting
The lighting system includes smart bulbs for main rooms, LED strips for accent lighting, and automated roller shades for natural light control, creating a comprehensive lighting solution that can be programmed for different moods and times of day. Smart Bulbs: 2 × €0 + 4 × €15 = €60, Smart Stripes: 2 × €30 = €60, Roller Shade: 4 × €30 = €120
Air Control
Environmental monitoring and control will be managed through various sensors including humidity sensors, thermometers, fans, barometers, CO₂ sensors, and pellet heating control integration, ensuring optimal air quality and temperature throughout the home. Total: €70
Doors
Access control features an external smart lock for keyless entry and internal door sensors with opening systems for automated door control and security monitoring. External Lock: €200, Inside Door Sensor & Opening System: €50
Security
The security system comprises external cameras for perimeter monitoring, external lights for deterrent and safety purposes, potentially including security flash capabilities for enhanced protection. External Cameras: €25 × 4 = €100, External Lights: €30 × 2 = €60
Sensors
Additional sensing capabilities include proximity sensors for presence detection, thermometers for fire alarm integration, and barometers for weather monitoring and atmospheric pressure tracking. Proximity Sensors: €15 × 3 = €45, Thermometers & Barometers: €15 × 3 = €45
Interactions
User interaction will be facilitated through an iPad installation for centralised control and physical buttons positioned throughout the home for convenient manual control of various systems and scenes. iPad Installation: €30, Buttons: €30