SMART HOME &
BUSINESS AUTOMATION

A smart home can be as simple or as advanced as you want it to be. At its most basic, it might start with a single device — like a smart thermostat that learns your schedule, or a voice assistant that turns lights on and off. These small steps add convenience and save energy without changing much about how you live.

But the true potential of a smart home comes when those pieces connect. Lighting, climate, security, entertainment, and even irrigation can all work together as one system. Instead of juggling apps or switches, you can control everything from a single interface — or let the home adjust automatically based on time of day, season, or your routines.

The result is a cohesive environment where comfort, efficiency, and safety are built in. Whether you’re looking for a few helpful upgrades or a fully connected ecosystem, a smart home scales with your needs and grows into a system that feels seamless, intuitive, and uniquely yours.

Voice control lets you manage lights, music, temperature, and more with a quick command. Instead of reaching for switches or remotes, you can set routines, adjust comfort, or trigger whole‑home scenes hands‑free — making everyday tasks smoother and more natural.

• Morning Routine: Say “Good morning” and lights warm, shades rise, and the thermostat adjusts — all before the coffee’s ready.

• Family Flow: One routine can smooth out school mornings or prep the house for a busy workday.

• Smoke Days: During wildfire season, a quick command closes dampers, lowers shades, and switches HVAC to recirculate for cleaner air.

• Efficiency Boost: In older homes, voice‑activated energy‑saving modes trim costs while keeping comfort steady.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Winter: Say “Cozy time” in Whitefish to dim lights and pre‑heat the living room before settling in after skiing.

Summer: Use “Evening cool‑down” in Polson or Lakeside to drop shades, raise fan speed, and trim AC use after a hot day on Flathead Lake.

Shoulder Seasons: In Bigfork, a quick phrase can toggle between heating chilly mornings and cooling sunny afternoons.

Smart thermostats learn your habits and adjust automatically, keeping rooms steady through Montana’s seasonal swings. They can pre‑heat or pre‑cool during off‑peak hours, minimize wasted energy, and maintain comfort without constant manual changes.

• Kalispell Office: Keep temperatures steady through long video calls so workdays stay focused and comfortable.

• Butte Bungalow: Balance comfort with efficiency in older heating systems without constant adjustments.

• Missoula Adventure Mode: While you’re hiking or floating the river, the system runs efficiently, then recovers before you return.

• Flathead & Seeley Cabins: Prevent overheating during the week and cool to the perfect temperature just in time for weekend arrivals.

No matter the setting, you get consistent comfort without the need to constantly fiddle with controls.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Shoulder Seasons: In Hamilton or Stevensville, mornings can start frosty while afternoons warm quickly. Your system heats early, then shifts to cooling later in the day.

Winter: In Whitefish, pre‑warm the house before you arrive back from the slopes, then set back overnight to save energy.

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, pre‑cool before peak heat so the house stays comfortable after a day on Flathead Lake

Smart lighting shifts with your day, brightening in the morning for focus and softening at night for relaxation. Outdoors, it can adjust color and intensity to reduce insect attraction and preserve dark‑sky views while still keeping pathways safe.

• Motivational Office: Cooler morning tones sharpen focus for work, while warmer evening light creates a cozy wind‑down.

• Family Routines: In Hamilton or Stevensville, subtle shifts in lighting help mornings start smoothly and evenings settle naturally.

• Game Day Scene: One tap sets lighting across living room, kitchen, and deck — bright for prep and conversation, yet balanced so the big screen shines.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Short Winter Days: In Butte or Whitefish, brighten pathways and entries by 4:30 pm so family and guests return to a welcoming glow.

Long Summer Evenings: In Polson or Lakeside, set patio scenes with low‑glare, dimmed fixtures to extend outdoor gatherings after a day on Flathead Lake.

Seasonal Transitions: In Bigfork or Seeley, adjust brightness automatically to match shifting daylight during spring and fall, keeping interiors balanced without manual tweaks

Automated shades track the sun’s angles throughout the day, lowering to reduce glare and heat gain while protecting floors and furniture. In winter, they help minimize heat loss through windows — keeping your home efficient and comfortable year‑round.

• Kalispell & Whitefish: Automation adjusts west‑facing windows to keep living rooms cool and comfortable without constant fiddling.

• Seeley & Bigfork: A “Smoke Glare” scene darkens bright windows during wildfire season while keeping task lighting clear for work and daily life.

Even in late‑summer haze, households stay productive, comfortable, and protected.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, shades auto‑lower on hot, bright afternoons to keep lakefront homes cool and inviting.

Winter: In Butte or Missoula, shades open mid‑day to harvest passive solar warmth, then close at dusk to retain heat through long, cold nights.

Shoulder Seasons: In Hamilton or Stevensville, shades can balance shifting light — letting in warmth on crisp mornings while blocking glare during sunny afternoons.

Smart locks and access codes let you grant entry without handing out keys. Temporary codes for contractors or guests can expire automatically, while audit trails and auto‑lock features keep your home secure and convenient.

• Whitefish: Grant a neighbor access to water plants while you’re away.

• Butte: Add modern smart locks to secure older homes with ease.

• Missoula: A “Kids Home” scene unlocks the door, lights the mudroom, announces arrival, then locks again automatically.

• Busy Households: Whether it’s school, sports, or outdoor adventures, doors are always managed safely and conveniently.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Ski Season: In Whitefish or Kalispell, create temporary access codes for house‑sitters, pet care, or gear delivery during long weekends on the slopes.

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, issue contractor codes that expire at sunset for dock work or landscaping projects near Flathead Lake.

Fall & Spring: In Hamilton or Stevensville, seasonal visitors can be welcomed with short‑term codes that deactivate automatically when their stay ends

Sensors for smoke, CO, water leaks, and intrusion send instant alerts before small issues become big problems. Paired with cameras and smart lighting, they adapt to seasonal risks — from spring flooding to winter freeze warnings.

• Missoula: Catch a laundry leak early before it spreads.

• Hamilton & Butte: Get alerts for furnace issues in older homes before they become costly.

• Bigfork & Seeley: “Travel Mode” randomizes lights, arms sensors, and sends updates while you’re away — whether hiking Glacier, floating Flathead Lake, or enjoying downtown Missoula.

From weekends away to longer trips, your home stays secure and responsive to Montana’s conditions.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Spring Thaw: In Kalispell or Whitefish, detect sump pump failure or laundry leaks early to prevent basement flooding during runoff.

Winter: In Hamilton or Stevensville, freeze alerts in garages and crawlspaces help protect pipes during sub‑zero nights.

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, perimeter lighting and camera motion zones can be tuned to reduce false alarms from deer or other wildlife near Flathead Lake

Zone control gives each space its own settings — cooler in the office, warmer in the nursery, brighter in the kitchen. Families can personalize comfort without compromise, making mornings smoother and evenings calmer across the whole home.

• Kitchen: Lights and appliances wake early to match busy mornings.

• Home Office: Cooler settings keep workdays focused and distraction‑free.

• Nursery: Quiet, steady warmth ensures comfort for little ones.

• Living Room: Lighting and temperature shift for cozy evenings after skiing.

• Morning Routines: Morning scenes warm the kitchen, brighten the mudroom, and keep bedrooms dim until kids are ready.

• Evening Comfort: Presets dim lights, lower shades, and cue music across the spaces you actually use.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

School Year: In Missoula or Stevensville, devices connect after 3 pm to activate homework lighting, pause TV, and keep kids on track.

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, “Porch Evenings” blend soft exterior lighting and low music for long nights by Flathead Lake — with lights that automatically shift to warmer tones and dimmer levels to reduce insect attraction.

Seasonal Flexibility: In Bigfork or Seeley, zones adapt to shifting daylight — warming chilly mornings in spring, then cooling sunny afternoons without manual adjustments

Energy management tools monitor usage, cut standby loads, and shift heavy appliances like EV charging or HVAC to off‑peak times. These small, automated adjustments reduce utility bills while keeping your home comfortable and efficient.

• Missoula: Trim standby loads in a busy household to cut waste without extra effort.

• Butte: Balance comfort with efficiency in older heating systems.

• Across Western Montana: The goal is the same — lower utility costs without giving up the lifestyle you enjoy.

• “Away” Scene: One tap shuts off lights, tempers HVAC, and powers down gear while you’re on the river, at a concert, or running errands.

• Flathead & Seeley Lake: Keep second homes efficient during the week, then cool or warm them to the perfect temperature just in time for weekend arrivals.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Winter: In Kalispell or Whitefish, pre‑heat with off‑peak energy before sunrise, then maintain steady warmth through the day.

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, stagger high‑draw loads like EV charging and AC, while dimming non‑critical circuits during peak hours to keep lakefront homes efficient.

Shoulder Seasons: In Hamilton or Stevensville, automate subtle setbacks when days swing between chilly mornings and warm afternoons

Smart irrigation adjusts watering based on weather, soil moisture, and shade, preventing waste while keeping lawns and gardens vibrant. Integrated lighting can illuminate pathways at dusk, then dim later for dark‑sky friendliness and energy savings.

• Missoula: Dial back watering during rainy spring weeks to avoid waste.

• Butte: Keep older lawns and gardens consistently cared for with smart scheduling.

• Bitterroot & Flathead: From family barbecues to quiet lake evenings, yards stay efficient, welcoming, and aligned with local values.

• Lighting + Irrigation: Pathways light up at dusk for safety, dim after 10 pm for dark‑sky friendliness, then watering begins quietly while everyone sleeps.

• YEAR‑ROUND EXAMPLES:

Spring: In Hamilton or Stevensville, gentle ramp‑up watering prevents over‑saturation as snowmelt soaks the ground.

Summer: In Polson or Lakeside, early morning cycles reduce evaporation, while a “Heat Dome” mode adds short, targeted soak cycles to protect lakeside lawns and gardens.

Fall: In Kalispell or Whitefish, auto‑tapering schedules match dropping temperatures, keeping landscapes resilient without overwatering