Hey everyone! I wanted to share a really positive experience I had with my Z-Wave network. I’ve been using Z-Wave devices for a while now, but recently I decided to upgrade a couple of my devices to Z-Wave Plus to see if it would help with some dead spots in my backyard. Let me walk you through my journey and hopefully inspire others who might be considering a similar upgrade.So, the issue I was facing was that my shed in the backyard was just out of range for my existing Z-Wave network. I had a door jam sensor I wanted to install there, but it wasn’t working reliably. I heard that Z-Wave Plus devices could help with this, so I decided to give it a try.I purchased a Monoprice Z-Wave Plus motion detector and a Z-Wave Plus door jam sensor. The motion detector was placed inside the house near the shed, and the door jam sensor went on the shed. I was a bit skeptical because my Vera 3 controller isn’t Z-Wave Plus compatible, but I figured it was worth a shot.To my delight, it worked! The motion detector acted as a repeater, and the door jam sensor started communicating without any issues. The shed is now well within the network’s range, and I don’t have any more dead spots. It’s amazing how adding just a couple of Z-Wave Plus devices can make such a difference.I also did a bit of research and found out that if I were to upgrade my Vera 3 to a Z-Wave Plus compatible controller, the range would be even better. But for now, I’m thrilled with the results. My backyard setup is fully integrated, and I don’t have to worry about missing any alerts or notifications.This experience has taught me that sometimes a small upgrade can solve a big problem. If you’re facing similar issues with your Z-Wave network, I highly recommend looking into Z-Wave Plus devices. They’re a great way to extend your network and ensure all your devices are working seamlessly.I’d love to hear if anyone else has had success with Z-Wave Plus devices, especially with non-compatible controllers. Maybe there are other tips or tricks I haven’t discovered yet. Let’s keep the conversation going and help each other out with these awesome smart home technologies!Cheers, [Your Name]