FAQ

Home automation is anything that gives you remote, or automatic control, of things around the home. One of the biggest benefits of automation is that it can be tailored to fit your needs. For some people it may be something as simple, as remote or automatic control of a few lights. For other homeowners, security may be the central application, and they may choose to install advanced controllers.

Technology has advanced so far that it is now available for homeowners to control the basic functions of their home, with a simple push of a button. Just like the automation of anything else, home automation makes the tasks of running a home, easier, simpler, and more efficient. No longer do you have to worry about walking from room to room, shutting off lights, TV’s etc. Instead, your home automation system can do that for you. Going away from your home will be less stressful, since you will not have to worry about making sure your sprinklers come on, your home alarm is set, and even your lights can be set to come on at night, and simulate regular usage patterns. Home automation can make the everyday tasks, needed for the care and maintenance of your house, much easier and worry free. There are a variety of devices that can be attached to your home automation system. Some of these include: lighting (both indoors and out), security systems and access control, home theater and entertainment, phones, climate control, and more.

Home automation systems certainly can cost a lot, especially in large, custom, homes. However, they can also be surprisingly affordable. Big Fish wants to make it possible for any and everyone to have the comfort and convenience of home automation. Best of all you can choose the home automation system that fit both your needs, and your budget.

While many new homes are being built with home automation, an existing home can be easily retrofitted with all of the needed hardware. The Big Fish systems come complete with all of the needed devices to control it, many of which are wireless. In addition, with the mass appeal of smart phones, you can now control your home automation, from anywhere using your phone.

Safety is one of the biggest appeals of installing home automation. While everyone is used to opening their garage door remotely, think of how much safer you would feel, if you can come home to a house, with lights on. Your home automation can even be programmed into a key fob that allows you to access certain features before you even get out of your car. Your security system can be set to alert you by phone or email, if there is a problem at your home. The security of your family and yourself comes first with a home automation system. One of the other factors that should be considered is the convenience of having home automation. Just imagine if you can adjust the temperature of your house, (before you even get out of bed), how much nicer those chilly mornings can be. You can set your TV to come on, music to play or anything else to help you get started or wind down, your day, with simply the touch of a button. Finally it should be noted that using home automation is just a lot of fun! Home automation is fun to use and share for others. Whether you are greeting friends by name, (after seeing them at your front door, on your TV screen), or warming up your Jacuzzi remotely, it will certainly increase the fun in your life!