Okay , had to share this one.
I finally cracked the code on automating my backyard watering using Aqara gear, and it’s honestly a game-changer. I’m not what you’d call a tech wizard (more of a home automation hobbyist), but this one came together beautifully.
So here’s the setup: I hooked up an Aqara Relay Module (yep, that tiny thing!) to my existing dumb sprinkler valve. Added a moisture sensor in the soil and boom — HomeKit automation kicks in only when the soil’s dry and it’s not raining (thanks to a simple weather condition check). Early mornings, the sprinkler runs without me even thinking about it. And it only waters when needed, saving me water and money.
Bonus: I get notifications when it’s running, so I can pretend to be a garden wizard when guests are over.
Pro tip — make sure your Wi-Fi reaches your garden or this won’t play nice. I had to drop a repeater outside, but totally worth it.
Anyone else gone full green thumb geek with Aqara? Would love to hear your setups or if you’ve taken it even further!
Your innovative setup using the Aqara Relay Module and a moisture sensor to manage your sprinkler system sounds both efficient and eco-friendly. The added weather condition check to ensure it only waters when necessary is a brilliant touch for conserving water and saving money.