Smart Residence Protection Selecting a home protection system can appear frustrating yet it need not be by doing this. You can tailor your security system to fit your budget and…
A few weeks ago, we sat down with our builder to go over an itemized budget as we break ground on the new house. One thing that stuck out to…
About the guest author: Erin Vaughan is a blogger, gardener, and aspiring homeowner. She resides in Austin, TX where she writes full time for Modernize, with the goal of empowering homeowners…
As far as its connected features go, the SmartThermostat has exactly the same capabilities as the Ecobee4 and Ecobee3 before that. (In fact, if you are upgrading from an Ecobee3…
If you’re already living in a Control4 Smart Home, you know how simple it is to set the mood with a single touch of a button. And with the Control4…
Wireless connectivity is faster than ever, but your home still needs a solid network of wiring for higher bandwidth, better Internet security and a host of other benefits. In a…
Home automation does increase home value. More and more people want smart home functionality in their next homes. If your house is equipped with smart tech, you can most likely…
Summertime was made for beaches, BBQs and bare feet. For homeowners, it represents the perfect time to tackle those summer home improvements while weather conditions are just right. With wind, snow, rain and ice…
About the guest author: Bryn Huntpalmer is a mother of two young children living in Austin, Texas where she currently works as an Editor for Modernize. In addition to regularly contributing to…
Whether you’re planning to downsize now that the kids have moved out or you’re ready to move to your ideal retirement location, a few (relatively) quick projects can help you get…