How Home Lighting Control Systems May Change in 2020

Smart lighting control is one of the most popular smart technology systems people install in their homes, and it’s easy to see why. Lighting control systems cut home energy costs, help keep you and your family safe, beautify your outdoor spaces, and more. Like any piece of technology, though, lighting control systems continue to evolve in interesting and unexpected ways. Here, then, are four lighting control trends that residents in Waco and other parts of Texas should be aware of.

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GREATER DEMAND FOR ARCHITECTURAL FIXTURES

As lighting control systems become more popular, manufacturers are creating more and more styles of fixtures. This means customers have access to a greater range of choices for different areas of their home. You can now get beyond simple recessed lighting or basic fixtures to find striking architectural models like sconces or strip lights fit for any space in your home. More styles and options mean more ways to customize your system and your fixtures to fit your lifestyle.

LEDS ARE BECOMING CHEAPER

Increased demand for LED bulbs and advances in production technology have made LEDs much cheaper to produce than in years past. Cheaper bulbs mean cheaper systems, which will only make these systems even more popular. Combined with the other benefits of LEDs – their greater energy efficiency compared to incandescent bulbs of CFLs, the greater range of color options using dimmers, their compatibility with a wide range of home control systems, etc. –it’s no wonder we’ve seen explosive growth in the popularity of these systems.

MORE OPTIONS FOR CONSUMERS

The smart lighting field has traditionally been dominated by specialty manufacturers like Lutron, but bigger brands Philips have now entered the industry, and it remains to be seen exactly what the outcome will be. Philips, in particular, has already made waves with its Hue system, which is easily customizable to create stylish lighting in any space. Hue systems can connect to Nest thermostats to sense movement in your home to turn on your lights. They can also connect to fire alarms to help in the event of emergencies. As lighting control becomes more popular, more and more brands are likely to enter the field, keeping prices low and providing more options for consumers.

DIY ISN’T DEAD YET

While we’ve made it clear that a professional installation is your best choice when it comes to lighting control, manufacturers are still going after the casual, DIY crowd with new choices. GE, for instance, made a big impression at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show with their C by GE smart lighting switches. These switches don’t require a neutral wire or a hub to install, making it easy for people to quickly place them in their homes, even if they’re not the most technologically savvy. And at $40, it’s hard to beat that price point. The C by GE switches wowed the writers at Digital Trends enough for them to be listed on the site’s list of best smart home tech from CES 2020.

As you can see, a lot of changes are coming to the world of lighting control this year. To learn more and get started on your project as soon as possible, call us today at (877) 418-ASAP or check out our contact page.