We’ve always felt that lighting control is like the dark horse of home technology. It’s not a trendy topic, but it offers big lifestyle benefits and adds wow factor to a home. ACT offers both wireless and wired lighting control systems.

One of the best things about lighting control is the added convenience. Walking around to turn off lights becomes a thing of the past. With the push of a button, the touch of a screen or a voice command, lights can be turned on/off or dimmed. A bedside keypad can turn off all but a few selected lights for the night. Outdoor lights can come on as the sun sets and turn off at sunrise. Selected lights can turn on in the morning, or gradually brighten to help you wake up.

Another benefit is added safety. When it’s dark outside, lights can be turned on from the car as you pull in the driveway. When you’re on vacation, lights can turn on and off to make it seem like the house is occupied. When you’re away from home, lighting can be controlled remotely with an app.

Lighting control can also help homeowners save energy. Lighting can account for up to 20% of a household’s yearly electricity usage. Dimming lights by 25% saves 20% lighting energy, and dimming more means saving more.

Lighting control can be easily retrofitted into any home.