I’m really excited about the potential of integrating smart AC units and radiators in the same room! Imagine having a seamless system where both heating and cooling work together to maintain the perfect temperature. While I haven’t had the chance to set this up myself yet, I’ve been doing some research and thought I’d share my findings and questions with the community.
First, I came across a feature request on the Tado forums where users are asking for the ability to combine Smart AC Control and Smart Radiators in the same room. This seems like a fantastic idea, especially for climates where both heating and cooling are necessary throughout the year. I wonder if anyone out there has managed to create a workaround or has some tips on how to approach this integration.
I also stumbled upon a post where someone shared their experience with a similar setup. They mentioned using a combination of thermostats and smart switches to manage both systems effectively. It sounds like a bit of a DIY project, but the results they achieved were impressive. I’m curious if others have tried something similar or if there are any pitfalls to watch out for.
Another thing I’m thinking about is the automation possibilities. For example, during the transition seasons, it might be beneficial to use the radiator for gentle heating in the morning and switch to the AC in the afternoon when it gets warmer. Setting up such a system would require some smart scheduling and maybe even integrating weather data to adjust settings based on the forecast. I’m not entirely sure how to go about this, so any advice or resources would be greatly appreciated.
On a related note, I’ve been exploring different thermostats and their compatibility with Home Assistant. The ecobee and Honeywell models seem to be popular choices, but I’m still weighing the pros and cons. If anyone has experience with these devices, especially in a multi-system setup, I’d love to hear about your experiences.
Lastly, I came across a post where someone mentioned using group logic in Home Assistant to manage their heating and cooling systems more efficiently. They talked about filtering devices based on entity, area, or label, which sounds like it could be really useful for creating a unified control system. I’m hoping to dive deeper into this and see how it can be applied to my own setup.
Overall, I’m really looking forward to hearing from others who have tackled similar projects. Whether it’s about hardware compatibility, automation scripts, or just general tips, I’m sure there’s a lot to learn from the community. Let’s keep the conversation going and explore the possibilities together!