Budget-Friendly Ways to Make Your Home Smarter

Smart home upgrades don’t have to be expensive. With today’s affordable technology, you can improve comfort, security, and energy efficiency without a full remodel. Below are budget-friendly smart home upgrades—plus recommended products to get you started.

1. Smart Thermostat

Estimated cost: $80–$200

A smart thermostat learns your schedule and adjusts temperatures automatically, helping lower energy bills year-round.

Recommended options:

• Google Nest Thermostat

• Ecobee Smart Thermostat

2. Smart Lighting

Estimated cost: $10–$30 per bulb

Control your lights from your phone or voice assistant, set schedules, or dim lights remotely.

Recommended options:

• Philips Hue Smart Bulbs

• Kasa Smart Light Bulbs

3. Smart Plugs

Estimated cost: $15–$25 per plug

Turn everyday appliances into smart devices—no rewiring required.

Recommended options:

• Amazon Smart Plug

• TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug

4. Video Doorbell or Smart Lock

Estimated cost: $100–$250

Enhance security and convenience with remote access and real-time alerts.

Recommended options:

• Ring Video Doorbell

• August Smart Lock

5. Smart Water Leak Sensors

Estimated cost: $30–$70

Detect leaks early and prevent costly plumbing damage—especially in bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms.

Recommended options:

• Flo by Moen Leak Detector

• Govee Water Leak Sensor

6. Smart Home Hub (Optional)

Estimated cost: $50–$100

Control multiple smart devices from one place.

Recommended options:

• Amazon Echo

• Google Nest Hub

🛒 Shop This Smart Home Setup

Want a simple, budget-friendly smart home starter kit? Here’s a practical setup that works well for most homes:

• ✔ Smart Thermostat (energy savings year-round)

• ✔ Smart Light Bulbs for main living areas

• ✔ Smart Plug for appliances or lamps

• ✔ Video Doorbell for added security

• ✔ Water Leak Sensors for bathrooms and laundry rooms

• ✔ Smart Hub to connect everything

Save More by Adding Smart Features During Renovations

If you’re already planning a kitchen remodel, bathroom upgrade, or home renovation, installing smart features during construction is often more cost-effective than retrofitting later.

At Full Steam Ahead Construction & Plumbing, we help homeowners integrate smart lighting, plumbing leak detection, and energy-efficient upgrades as part of their renovation—keeping costs practical and future-ready.

👉 Contact us to plan smart home upgrades that fit your budget.