Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

You don't have to spend a fortune on security -- DIY smart home security is affordable and effective with Aqara devices and other integrations. Aqara Door and Window ...

A good door and window sensor doesn’t just tell you when something opens or closes. It can trigger lights, tweak thermostat settings, or alert you when you’re not home. The new Aqara P2 sensor checks ...

Q: It’s high time I install an automatic garage door opener. I have a two-car garage with a metal door in hinged sections. How do I get started? A: For your door, I recommend buying a ...

Smart garage door controllers bring home automation to the garage, giving you an easy way to manage access without having to spend all day programming remotes for your entire household. And if you ...

Do you ever drive away from home only to ask yourself, “Did I close the garage door?” I’ve done it more than I care to admit. But there’s a simple and affordable device that can solve that issue for ...

Smart homes aren’t built on voice assistants alone. The real intelligence comes from the devices working behind the scenes, ...

This article describes how I have set up a simple “door-sentry” at home. The door-open detector is designed to alert you to an unauthorized entry in a confined area. It uses a little ATtiny85 ...