We’re kicking off our new Vendor series of episodes, and first up are Connor and Tez who are making a business of installing Home Assistant for their customers
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Chapters
00:01:05 Background and Challenges
00:02:02 Finding Home Assistant
00:03:53 Development and Expansion
00:13:47 Client Onboarding and Integration
00:23:11 Practical Challenges and Aesthetic Considerations
00:24:36 Smart Home Technologies and Sensors
00:32:00 Client Consultations
00:34:45 Hardware Recommendations and Remote Support
00:48:19 Managing Updates and Customization
00:55:54 Client Practices and Smart Home Installations
01:06:55 Security and Automation in Smart Homes
01:10:43 Product Recommendations and Home Automation Introduction
01:11:04 System Integrations and Favorite Automations
01:18:15 Presence Detection and Backup Strategies
01:22:33 Design Practices and Final Thoughts
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Hosts
Phil Hawthorne
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Rohan Karamandi
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