Automating Your Pool Pump in Home Assistant Based on Daily Temperature
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Automating Your Pool Pump in Home Assistant Based on Daily Temperature

Smart Pool Pump Automation with Home Assistant Based on Daily Temperature Learn how to automate your pool pump in Home Assistant using a simple rule: run it for one third of the daily maximum temperature (in hours). This guide walks you through creating dynamic template sensors and a Home Assistant automation that adjusts pump runtime based on weather conditions — saving energy and maintaining water quality. Ideal for smart home enthusiasts looking to optimize pool maintenance using Home Assistant, YAML templates, and weather-based logic.
Addicted to HomeAssistant
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Addicted to HomeAssistant

My Three-Year Journey with Home Assistant: The Brain of My Smart Home Three years ago, my journey into the world of smart home automation started with a simple problem: my wife and daughter sometimes forgot to turn off the hallway and bathroom lights. We use Philips Hue lights, and while they offer plenty of convenience and customization, they lacked a built-in timer function to turn off after a set period. In my quest to save energy and streamline my home’s operation, I started searching for a solution—and that’s when I stumbled upon Home Assistant. What started as a fix for…
Recommended Docker Containers for Your Smart Home
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Recommended Docker Containers for Your Smart Home

Managing a smart home can be incredibly rewarding — but it also comes with its share of complexity. Devices might occasionally become unresponsive, services may need optimization, and having the right tools at your fingertips can make all the difference. That’s where Docker comes in. In this post, I’ll walk you through some of the Docker containers I use to simplify smart home management and enhance my setup. Whether you're running Docker on a Synology NAS (like me), a Raspberry Pi, or even a dedicated server, these containers can save you time, improve system reliability, and make your smart home…