From music theatre to Home Assistant installers with Connor and Tez

We’re kicking off our new Vendor series of episodes, and first up are Connor and Tez who are making a business of installing Home Assistant for their customers

Watch the full episode on YouTube

https://hasspodcast.io/ha183

Chapters

00:01:05 Background and Challenges

00:02:02 Finding Home Assistant

00:03:53 Development and Expansion

00:13:47 Client Onboarding and Integration

00:23:11 Practical Challenges and Aesthetic Considerations

00:24:36 Smart Home Technologies and Sensors

00:32:00 Client Consultations

00:34:45 Hardware Recommendations and Remote Support

00:48:19 Managing Updates and Customization

00:55:54 Client Practices and Smart Home Installations

01:06:55 Security and Automation in Smart Homes

01:10:43 Product Recommendations and Home Automation Introduction

01:11:04 System Integrations and Favorite Automations

01:18:15 Presence Detection and Backup Strategies

01:22:33 Design Practices and Final Thoughts

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