Question

Hello everyone.  I am currently in the process of buying a home that is still under construction.Hello everyone. I am currently in the process of buying a home that is still under construction. I want to implement a system that allows me to control basic stuff - lighting, curtains, air conditioning, etc. What do you recommend? I am considering a CCTV system to be implemented. Is it better to have it stand alone? I am also considering to buy a PV system with storage and I’m wondering if it is of any benefit to integrate it with previous system or just use stand alone systems? Thanks a lot Looking forward to get your help.  

Answer 1

If the house is still being framed then run as much low voltage hard wire as possible. CAT6 to every room and behind every TV location. I would also install CAT6 for Access Points in every floor. For most homes one AP in the center of each floor is sufficient. Larger homes may require a network designer. I would also install CAT6 for your CCTV needs, though you could use RG-6. You want all of this cabling taken to a centralized low voltage closet that has wired connection back outside to connect to your broadband provider. This could be COAX, CAT6 or Fiber depends on where you live. I would also run low voltage wiring for door, window and even motion detectors if possible. The more hardwire, the happier you will be.