I’ve been diving into the world of smart irrigation lately, and I wanted to share my experience with you all. I recently programmed a Sonoff 4 Channel Pro R2 using ESPHome to replace my old irrigation controller. The process was quite involved, especially figuring out the lambda functions to handle the scheduling, but the result has been fantastic! The system now runs the irrigation schedule independently of Home Assistant, which means I don’t have to worry about interruptions during updates or restarts. Plus, it’s been a great learning experience working with ESPHome and setting up a custom UI for monitoring and adjusting the schedule. Learn more about the project here.However, I’ve also encountered some challenges with my Zigbee network. Despite having a well-optimized setup with several repeaters, I’ve noticed that some devices intermittently go offline. The logs show a lot of activity related to attribute updates, but I’m not entirely sure how to interpret them. Has anyone else experienced similar issues or have tips for troubleshooting? I’d love to hear how others maintain stable Zigbee networks, especially with a mix of sensors and repeaters.On a lighter note, I’m curious if anyone has explored integrating Google Assistant’s broadcast feature into their Home Assistant setup. I’ve heard it can send notifications without interrupting media playback, which would be perfect for announcements around the house. Any insights or workarounds would be appreciated!Lastly, for those looking into smart locks, I’d love to hear your experiences with different protocols—Zigbee, Z-Wave, or Wi-Fi. I’m considering a remote property and am weighing the pros and cons of each, especially regarding battery life. Any recommendations or lessons learned would be invaluable.