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Shift From Clouds To Local Control
- Chris started with Google and Alexa ecosystems, then moved toward HomeKit and Home Assistant to avoid cloud dependencies.
- The off-grid, no-cloud goal pushed him to refocus on Home Assistant.
Heating Automation Made RV Livable
- Chris automated RV heating with sensors, oil heater, and small space heaters to maintain bedroom temps overnight.
- That multi-device sequence kept temperatures stable and improved their sleep quality.
Prevent Freezing With Simple Sensors
- Use simple sensors to solve fragile problems like water freezing by automating a small heat source.
- Trigger an incandescent lamp at 37°F and turn it off at 40°F to prevent frozen lines.