It’s actually easier than you might think.

This month we got the chance to speak with Ian Roberts, VP of Product Marketing at Savant Systems. Sharing with us the magic behind smart energy solutions and how to integrate smart power into your home.

Investing in Smart Power Brings Smart ROI

Real quick, what is smart power? Smart Power is about using energy in the most efficient and sustainable way possible. We’re not sticking to the status quo, we’re reimagining a world where your power systems work proactively for you.

The big picture: If you’ve been following the news, (especially here in Central Virginia) you’ve likely noticed a steady stream of reports on severe weather, aging infrastructure, increasing strain on the power grid, and rising utility costs. Smart power is your guide to using your energy more efficiently and sustainably — helping you stay prepared for the future ahead.

Myth busting: Protecting your home and family from potential power outages starts with understanding your options. However, there are many misconceptions surrounding smart batteries and generators that lead to outdated or ineffective solutions.

Here are some of the most common misconceptions we’ve heard — and the facts you need to know.

Backup batteries are a one-size-fits all solution: Backup batteries don’t all offer the same capabilities when it comes to powering what you need. 

Smart power is difficult to integrate: Electrical panels are among the most common and standardized home features of the 21st century, making them an ideal foundation for expanded potential. 

Maintaining these systems is hard on the homeowner: This is a “set it and forget it” type of technology, automate your system to prepare for inclement weather from anywhere. 

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Dive deeper into the common misconceptions about smart power by clicking here!

 

The Blackout Survival Guide: Tech Solutions for Staying Powered

When the lights go out, are you prepared? In today’s world, power outages are no longer a question of “if,” but “when.”

What you can do about it: Smart power technologies, from backup generators to solar energy systems, provide the ultimate solution for staying powered through even the most unexpected disruptions. These systems are designed to automatically adjust to your home’s energy needs, ensuring you’re never left in the dark, no matter what’s going on outside.

 

Smart Electrical Panels: These allow us to efficiently distribute energy, adjusting power allocation based on usage patterns and peak demand times.

• How it benefits you: It works intelligently around the clock with no manual input. Saving you money on utility bills by ensuring energy is consumed during off-peak hours and storing it for later use.

 

Smart Solar Panels: Designed to work seamlessly with backup batteries to recharge them, creating an eco-friendly energy loop. Ensuring you have a sustainable energy source even during prolonged outages.

• How it benefits you: Savant solar panels automatically recharge your backup batteries. By using stored solar energy, you’ll be able to power essential items.

 

Smart Generators and Backup Batteries: Automatically react to power outages and direct energy to essential areas of your home. The system preemptively charges backup batteries in anticipation of a storm, making sure your home stays powered when you need it most.

• How it benefits you: No need to manually control your generator — the system does it all for you. Allowing you to manage your energy needs from anywhere.

 

Want to see smart power in action? Check out our latest blog post for a hands-on review of the Savant Power System Demo Pedestal Kit! Get an inside look at how to transform your home into an energy-efficient powerhouse.

 

 

How Lightsource supports your smart system

Have we got your attention yet? Smart energy systems save you money and give you control right from your smartphone from anywhere. 

Lighting is a key component in your home’s aesthetic: Set the tone and opt for more sustainable options for your home’s smart power systems. 

Lightsource, our new electrical division, is the perfect choice for high and low voltage solutions: 

• When it comes to installing smart technology — especially within your home’s electrical infrastructure — you want a partner with the expertise and knowledge in both fields.
• With Lightsource, there’s no learning curve — just expert service designed to simplify your space. 

 

If you’re interested in implementing smart power systems in your home, especially through a trusted supplier like Savant, you’ll need an experienced electrical partner to bring it all together. 

Learn more, click the button below to explore what Lightsource has to offer.

Final Thoughts

“There’s definitely a spectrum on how supported and sustainable a homeowner can make their home. But it all starts at the panel, not only can we coordinate and optimize anything that’s powering the home, but we make the best use out of it. In a well-designed and optimized system, we can sustain day after day and know that we’ve got an incredible amount of protection throughout your home.”

– Ian Roberts