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Don't forget Temperature Sensors for your Fridge!

Learned my lesson after a trip last week... I have sensors for nearly everything, but somehow totally forgot about the Fridge / Freezer....

usrix , 11 months ago

A lot of smart outlets develop problems over time from the inductive surge current on electric motor startup (air conditioner, fridge, dehumidifier). The current ratings in ads are generally for resistive loads. Inductive load limits can be 30% less.

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Good ROI Suggestions?

Hi! I'm new to home assistant and I'm wondering what would be worth the cost. A lot of the "smart" appliances seem overly expensive and automating them would only save me a handful of minutes each day....

usrix , 1 year ago

I think highest/easiest ROI would be devices that alert or avoid bad events.

freezer/fridge temp monitors to avoid food going bad (circuit failure, door cracked open, part failure)

water leak detectors (water heater, bathroom, sink)

open door alarms ( garage door left open overnight, fence door left open that lets dog out)

doorbell camera/microphone (unwanted visitors)

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