Smart home technology isn't a luxury — it's an investment that pays for itself. Here's the math.
What buyers actually pay more for in Dane County.
Wisconsin-specific numbers, because "average national savings" is a useless stat when you're heating through a February that forgot mercy.
The savings your insurance company won't mention unless you ask.
Cloud subscriptions are a tax on people who don't know there's a better option. Here's the 5-year comparison.
| Service | Monthly Cost | 5-Year Cost | Our Alternative | 5-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ring Protect Pro | $20/mo | $1,200 | UniFi Protect | $0 |
| Nest Aware+ | $12/mo | $720 | UniFi Protect | $0 |
| ADT Monitoring | $29/mo | $1,740 | Local NVR | $0 |
| ChatGPT Team (5 users) | $150/mo | $9,000 | AI Workstation | $0 |
| Geek Squad Totaltech | $180/yr | $900 | Maintenance Plan | Similar |
All the ROI streams added up for a typical $2,500 smart home investment.
Money that's already been set aside for you. You just have to claim it.
The best time to invest in smart home tech was before your last utility bill. The second best time is now. Let's put together a plan that pays for itself.