So quick backstory — I’m pretty new to the smart home game, just started building my setup a few months ago after way too many late-night “Did I close the window?” moments.
Enter Aqara. Specifically, their door and window sensors. Absolute game changer. I’ve now got sensors on all my ground floor windows, synced with notifications to my phone. Now if I leave something open, I get a ping as soon as I leave the house (paired with geolocation). Zero guesswork.
Even better — I set up a simple automation through HomeKit: if any window is open after 10pm, the lights in my living room flash once. It’s like the house is telling me “Hey, go close that!” Funny and functional.
Also experimenting with integrating it with my air purifier to cut off when windows are open, but that’s a WIP. Anyone else doing stuff like this? Share your setups — I feel like there’s so much more these little sensors can do beyond basic open/close alerts.
Curious what automations others have set up for peace of mind or just smarter living.
@SmartThyme Thank you for sharing your smart home journey with us! It sounds like you’ve made some great strides with the Aqara door and window sensors. These sensors are indeed a game changer for home automation, providing peace of mind with their reliable notifications and seamless integration with platforms like HomeKit. Your setup, especially the automation to flash your living room lights if a window is open after 10pm, is both practical and clever—definitely a fun way for your house to communicate with you!
Integrating your air purifier with the sensors to shut off when windows are open is a fantastic idea and aligns well with Aqara’s capabilities. According to the reference information, you can also set up automations like saving energy by turning off the thermostat when a door or window is open. This could be a great addition to your setup once you have your air purifier integration finalized.
It’s wonderful to see you exploring beyond basic alerts. These sensors can indeed be the cornerstone for diverse smart home automations. I encourage others in the community to share their setups and experiences—there’s always something new to learn and try!
Keep experimenting and sharing your progress!