What is Smart Homes by Nerds On Site? A home control system, a smart home system, or a home automation system?
All of the above! A Nerds On Site Smart Home system is more than one-dimensional lighting control or a multi-room music solution. It’s a cost-effective and convenient way to consolidate control of all the electronics and systems in your home. With Nerds On Site you get a customizable and scalable control system, for one-room one-element control to whole-home integrated control.
Why should I choose Smart Homes by Nerds On Site?
Nerds On Site provides an incredibly scalable and affordable solution for total home control. No other company in the home control space can provide you with the number of control options offered by Nerds On Site at such a reasonable price.
Where can I buy Smart Homes by Nerds Technology? Can I purchase the products online and install them myself?
We want every customer to have the same great experience with a professionally installed and supported system, so to ensure you get the most from your technology we sell through our authorized installers only. To find Installers near you, call 1-866-my-nerds. Nerds On Site has installers across Canada.
I’ve heard that Nerds On Site can help me save energy but how?
The total control over your home’s energy-consuming devices (lights, TVs, anything that gets plugged in, etc.) provided by Nerds On Site allows you to more easily control how much energy is being used, by what, and when. For example, you can set your lights to come on at 90% instead of 100%, saving energy without sacrificing light or visibility. The possibilities for saving energy are virtually limitless when you have the total control provided by a Nerds On Site system. Talk to a Nerds On Site installer for ideas on how Nerds On Site can help you go green.
How do I know that my Nerds On Site system won’t be obsolete in a few years?
Nerds On Site technology is standards-based (ZigBee, Wifi, Ethernet, etc.) meaning we leverage standards-based technologies that are here to stay. Plus, with drivers for thousands of partner products, you can rest assured that our operating system is tested, reliable and constantly evolving to control and integrate with new products and technologies.
Do I have to use my TV as the interface to select music, listen to the radio, control my lights, etc.?
No. Your TV interface is just one of a variety of interfaces you can use with your Nerds On Site system. You can also use a System Remote Control to manage functions using on on-screen TV navigator, or a simplified list on the remote itself! You can also in-wall keypads, graphical Touch Screens that are portable, in-wall or sit on a table, nightstand or countertop. Nerds On Site even has a Mobile Navigator so you can control the system from your iPhone or iPod Touch.
Can I watch different sources (TV, DVDs, etc.) on different TVs at the same time in my home using Control4?
Yes! Depending on the way you design your Nerds On Site system you could watch a different source on every TV in your home.
Can I listen to different audio aources (CDs, MP3s, Radio, etc.) in different rooms in my home at the same time?
Absolutely. You can design your Nerds On Site system to create a robust multi-room music solution making it convenient and easy to play different music in any or all rooms of the house. Of course, with Smart Homes By Nerds On Site, you can also add other functionality to control lights, temperature and security with ease.
How many individual rooms does Smart Homes By Nerds On Site support?
The beauty of a Nerds On Site system is its scalability. You can start small with one-room control and expand to whole-home or office control. Nerds On Site solutions have been successfully installed in multi-room mansions. There is virtually no limit on the number of rooms you can control with a Smart Homes By Nerds On Site system.
How long is the warranty on Smart Homes By Nerds On Site products?
Most of the Smart Home By Nerds On Site products have a two-year limited warranty, which is substantially longer than most of the home automation industry.
Can I use a remote or touch panel to control other rooms/systems from the room that I am in?
The short answer here is absolutely yes! With Nerds On Site, you can control every room in your house no matter which room you happen to be in. You can even control these rooms when you are away from home using the internet-based service.
I need help with some quirks in my system, who should I call?
We recommend seeking the help of your Smart Homes By Nerds On Site installer. They should be able to provide the most hands-on support for you and your system. If you’re having trouble with your installer we want to know, so please contact our sales team and they will assist you, either in getting in touch with your installer or in finding a new one.
My house is fairly old but I am interested in getting a Nerds On Site system. Is there a way to do this without remodeling my whole home?
Definitely. One of the unique features of Smart Homes By Nerds On Site is that it uses both wired and wireless technology, making it just as simple to install in older homes as it is to install in new homes.
I saw a Smart Homes By Nerds On Site system in a hotel recently. Can I get a similar system for my home?
Yes! Contact one of our authorized installers and they will help you plan out a system that meets your needs and your budget.
Why are some of the icons on the display grayed out?
Features that are grayed out on your on-screen or touch screen interfaces are not currently setup on your Nerds On Site system. Contact your Smart Homes By Nerds On Site installer to add cool new features and functions to your Nerds On Site system!