Category Archives: House

Victor Smart-Kill mouse trap with WiFi

House, , ,

Ad – The article contains affiliate links to Kjell.com. The content of the article is my own opinions, independent of this.

Victor Smart-Kill mousetrap with WiFi is an electric mouse trap that uses high-voltage shock to kill mice quickly and humanely. The trap can be connected to your smartphone via a Victor app, available for both Apple and Android devices. Additionally, it can be integrated with smart home solutions like Home Assistant.

When a mouse enters the trap, the app sends a push notification to your mobile phone. The advantage of this is that you can dispose of the mouse right away, making the trap ready for the next one.

Continue reading Victor Smart-Kill mouse trap with WiFi →

Integration of Cleverio Smart Mini Plug IP100 in Home Assistant

House, , ,

Ad – The article contains affiliate links to Kjell.com. The content of the article is my own opinions, independent of this.

In this article, I will guide you through the process of integrating Cleverio Smart Mini Plug IP100 into Home Assistant. This plug provides a cost-effective way to automate lights and other devices in your home. It’s worth noting that Cleverio is a rebrand of Tuya and uses the same framework.

Continue reading Integration of Cleverio Smart Mini Plug IP100 in Home Assistant →

Cleverio Smart Mini Plug IP100

House, , ,

Ad – The article contains affiliate links to Kjell.com. The content of the article is my own opinions, independent of this.

A need arose to be able to turn the ceiling light in the basement living room on and off. All the sockets are controlled by the KNX system in the house, but for this particular double socket, it was not desirable to turn off both when turning off the light.

Continue reading Cleverio Smart Mini Plug IP100 →

Is It Worth Investing in Solar Panels?

House, ,

I often get asked whether it’s worth investing in solar panels or if I make money from them. The answer might not be as straightforward as one would hope, but it’s important to consider that there are many investments that yield a worse return. The extent of the savings over the system’s lifetime will likely be influenced by energy policies in the coming years.

Continue reading Is It Worth Investing in Solar Panels? →

Roof Replacement and Solar Installation

House, , , ,

The roof is one of the most important parts of a house, crucial for protecting the home against weather and wind. Our roof, now 40 years old, was starting to look faded, and some roof tiles had begun to crack. We decided not to wait for leaks and potential damage to the rest of the house, as this could lead to costly repairs and further complications.

Continue reading Roof Replacement and Solar Installation →