Owning a house is a dream for many and the biggest investment one makes, pouring in their lifetimes worth of savings. Not only monetary investments but a lot of research, inspections, verification are done before they can trust property to invest their hard-earned money in.

But what about the security of your dream home? Entering your house after a long tiring day and you can't find the switch to turn the lights on?

Ever wished if your home can be as smart as Alexa and can do whatever you want at your voice commands? If yes, you are in the right place, here is a comprehensive guide to get you started with Home Automation aka Smart Home.

1. IoT

Internet of Things or commonly referred to as IoT is an interconnected web of devices that collect and exchange data.

Google Home, Amazon Echo and Philips Hue are the best examples of IoT.

To put in perspective what IoT devices can do for, imagine asking Alexa to wake you up at 8 am on Monday and by the time you wash your face and enter the kitchen, your smart coffeemaker would have prepared your favourite cup of coffee for you.

2. MOTION SENSORS

Motion sensors work on principles of either detecting any movement or sense body heat via Passive infrared sensors. Motion sensors have a wide application from smart lighting, security system and

3. SURVEILLANCE

The ability to keep an eye on your visitors from the comfort of your bed or your cubicle in the office is a luxury you can easily afford with the entry of numerous players in the market of CCTV industry.

4. DOOR INTRUSION SYSTEM

Door Intrusion systems are a must-have security solution, there are various types of systems some passive, which sound an alarm if there is an attempt of opening the door once the system is armed and some top of the line systems even allow you to use PA so you can warn such miscreants and some automatically connects to emergency services.

5. SMART LIGHTING

You have just found the sweet spot in the bed and are about to doze off but a sudden thought strikes that you have left the living room's lights on. No way you are sacrificing this comfy sleep for that light. Wish there was a way you can switch them off with a tap of your finger? Yes, there are smart lighting which can do that for you, some use motion detectors, sensing the presence lights turn on and off, they even have the option of motion gestures and mobile application for remote access, so you can turn the lights and fan off when you leave for your office in hurry.

6. GAS LEAKAGE, FIRE DETECTORS

We can go to lengths on speaking about security, but seldom we throw light on the internal security and safety of the house. Gas Leakage can be deadly, small negligence and you can end up losing your dear life. Gas leakage detectors are a must for a safe home and paired up fire detectors provide a complete solution to your home safety needs.