Gate Left Open Alert

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I needed a way to see when a gate was left open in my yard. This setup is through a M2 hub connected to Apple HomeKit.

I used an Aqara window sensor that is in a waterproof plastic box mounted next to the gate latch. I then glued a magnet to the gate latch so the window sensor only shows closed if the latch is in the lock position.

The window sensor triggers an existing Aqara smart bulb to flash on and off Red, if the gate is left open for more than 30 minutes.

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Hello, it’s nice to hear that Aqra products are useful in everyday life. I have a suggestion, you can additionally use (by setting up the security system in the Aqara home application when you are not at home) notifications about open gates via push notification to your phone.

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I will give that a try, I have been using automations, but I have not used the alarm/security settings. That may be a simpler way to get my alerts.

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