How much can smart home devices really save?

A fully automated home typically saves $300-600/year through vampire power elimination, smart irrigation, and LED lighting. The devices pay for themselves within the first year.

What wastes the most energy?

Central heating/cooling is #1 but requires expensive smart thermostats. After that, lighting, standby power from electronics, and outdoor watering are the biggest targets for smart device savings.

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