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Why You Want Professional Lighting Automation, Not DIY Smart Bulbs

Hand touching a Control4 lighting automation keypad on the wall. A grand piano in the background.

Why Whole-Home Lighting Control Is Best Handled by the Pros 

Are you interested in those color-changing lights that people control through their phones? 

Yes, there are DIY smart bulbs available on Amazon or stores like The Home Depot. These smart lights connect to an app through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, allowing you to adjust the brightness or color of your lighting with a slide of a finger. 

But while these smart bulbs are fine for someone who wants a few to play with, if you desire whole-home control and reliable automation, you’ll want a more advanced system. DIY gadgets may seem like an easy, cost-efficient option, but they’re often more trouble than they’re worth. 

Why? Let’s compare DIY smart lights and professional lighting automation to help you find the best solution for your Napa County, CA, home.