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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 19, 2014
Carol Cairns was recently interviewed by the local TV station on home automation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DbnTpxSETI&feature=youtu.be
Written by Carol CairnsDecember 04, 2013
The Ontario government unanimously passed the Hawkins-Gignac Act into law, making carbon monoxide (CO) alarms mandatory in all Ontario homes with fuel...
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Written by My Smarter Home October 30, 2013
Peel Police are looking for a cheque scammer in Mississauga who is buying on-line items with fraudulent cheques.
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Written by My Smarter Home August 13, 2013
Homeowners are looking at other options for TV service providers.
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Written by My Smarter Home March 18, 2013
Life Safety, Medical Emergency, Reduced Loss, and Economic Value add up to make monitoring sense.
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 19, 2013
Customize the security and automation to fit your home and business needs.
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Written by Carol CairnsDecember 13, 2012
User-friendly touchscreen for your Paradox alarm system allows you to upload photos and label your own zones. Can be used on the EVO192, SP6000, and MG5050 Paradox control panels.
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Written by Carol CairnsDecember 06, 2012
The most common household fires are caused by fireplaces, space heaters, candles, and stoves. Learn how to prepare, plan, and prevent to make your home safe for the holidays.
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Written by My Smarter Home November 28, 2012
Tips to make multi-generation living work for everyone.
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Written by Carol CairnsNovember 16, 2012
Each year in Ontario 100 people die and thousands are injured as a result of fire. Most of these victims were as a result of fires that were pre...
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Written by Carol CairnsOctober 16, 2012
Local Mississauga gas station robbed last night, police are seeking help from the public.
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Written by Carol CairnsOctober 15, 2012
Protect your home during an open house.
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Written by Carol CairnsOctober 03, 2012
Natural Gas smells like rotten eggs. Do you know how to detect and what to do?
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Written by My Smarter Home September 21, 2012
Written by Carol CairnsSeptember 20, 2012
Toronto Police offer advice on keeping your home and family safe - including activating your alarm system, locking doors and windows, and reviewing security camera footage.
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Written by Carol CairnsSeptember 07, 2012
Basic household items, including window coverings, can turn into potential hazards.
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Written by Carol CairnsSeptember 04, 2012
City rewarding green efforts of residents.
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Written by Carol CairnsSeptember 03, 2012
Former RCMP detective wants his property back.
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Written by Carol CairnsAugust 30, 2012
Incorporate wireless security into your home control system.
What is home control?
With more and more smart electronics playing a central role in ou...
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Written by Carol CairnsAugust 20, 2012
Energy Star Builder of the Year Award received by Reid's Heritage Homes.
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Written by Carol CairnsAugust 20, 2012
New flex theater projector provides homeowners flexible living space with cinema experience.
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Written by Carol CairnsAugust 20, 2012
Introducing a subwoofer that is only 6" deep. Hang on a wall or place under a seating space.
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Written by My Smarter Home August 17, 2012
Courtesy of Crystal Watts
I’m a first-time mom. And a nervous-wreck of a mom at that. I purchased a baby monitor well before my 10-mont...
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Written by Carol CairnsAugust 17, 2012
Does Canada need more energy supply or more insulation?
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Written by Carol CairnsAugust 10, 2012
Five easy, uncommon strategies to keep your home cool with minimal resources.
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Written by My Smarter Home August 03, 2012
Case study on how to actually save energy.
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Written by My Smarter Home July 19, 2012
Samsung unveiled 75-inch LED Smart 3D TV, ES9000, Angry Birds App
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Written by My Smarter Home July 09, 2012
Learn why carbon monoxide detectors are so important.
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Written by My Smarter Home June 28, 2012
Four exciting contests to enter from CasaGuru
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Written by My Smarter Home June 26, 2012
Ultimately, fire safety, whether at home or the workplace, should be practiced by everyone.
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Written by Carol CairnsJune 22, 2012
Dubbed the "silent killer," the colorless, odorless and poisonous gas - carbon monoxide (CO) - kills 500 people and sends 20,000 more to the hospital each year.
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Written by Carol CairnsJune 20, 2012
Home checklist for electrical and fire safety hazards.
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Written by My Smarter Home June 11, 2012
Homeowners control entry, security, climate, lights, multi-media entertainments systems and energy reductions via mobile control with Control4.
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Written by Carol CairnsJune 07, 2012
When posting on Facebook, be aware of who might be watching.
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Written by Carol CairnsJune 05, 2012
Data shows that residential burglaries spike in the summer.
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Written by Greg KasteleinMay 31, 2012
Energy management, lighting control, home automation, and multiroom audio demand in new homes all doubled in the past two years.
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 28, 2012
Don't let your guard down when it comes to your family's safety and security.
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 25, 2012
Control and monitor your doors and gates from anywhere!
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 25, 2012
With a population of 23 million, traffic moves efficiently but slowly.
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 22, 2012
Top home buyer trends include flexibility, affordability, technology, and convenience.
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 18, 2012
New DVR streams live video from analog cameras to Control4 Smart Home Automation.
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Written by My Smarter Home May 17, 2012
Increase the value of your alarm system by personalizing it to your needs.
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 16, 2012
Housing prices continue to climb across Canada.
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Written by Carol CairnsMay 09, 2012
With over 1.3 billion people, how do all the people reside in China?
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Written by Carol CairnsApril 16, 2012
Eliminate the need for more than one remote by having one smart remote.
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Written by Carol CairnsApril 10, 2012
How to build a better password that's easy to remember but hard to guess.
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Written by My Smarter Home April 10, 2012
Increase your security and avoid the nuisance and cost of identity theft with these simple tips.
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Written by My Smarter Home April 01, 2012
Tips on how to choose an alarm company.
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Written by My Smarter Home March 23, 2012
Lost smart phones are likely to be mined for valuable information by strangers who find them.
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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 19, 2012
We're creatures of habit. Do you think about energy consumption every time you use it?
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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 16, 2012
Avoid false alarms by following these quick and easy tips.
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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 13, 2012
A small trade school in Peterborough is attempting something no builder in Canada has done yet.
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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 09, 2012
Reduce energy loss with smart window treatments.
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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 06, 2012
We all change our clocks this weekend - do you know why?
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Written by My Smarter Home March 02, 2012
Selectively warm up one area of your house when needed.
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Written by My Smarter Home March 01, 2012
There are many options to cover your windows, your choice should depend on your needs.
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Written by My Smarter Home February 29, 2012
Take a peek into the White House's home theater and see how it's changed over the years.
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Written by My Smarter Home February 28, 2012
A work boot designed specifically for female feet which maintains work boot safety standards.
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Written by My Smarter Home February 28, 2012
It’s -5ºC outside and Reiner Hoyer’s new house is 26ºC inside. That’s too hot, but it’s not because the heat is cran...
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Written by My Smarter Home February 24, 2012
Increase energy efficiency in your home and get a rebate!
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Written by My Smarter Home February 22, 2012
Several factors reduced the chance of survival: smoke detectors not functional and incorrect dispatch by Fire Department.
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 21, 2012
A secure home + Smart use of energy + Some very bright ideas
...all at the touch of a button with Control4.
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Written by My Smarter Home February 17, 2012
Smoke detectors are needed on every floor in your home
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 16, 2012
Smoke & carbon monoxide detectors save lives - but only if they are working properly.
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 14, 2012
Does lighting help or hinder criminals?
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 09, 2012
Keep your home warm and safe while keeping your heating bills down.
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 08, 2012
From protection to convenience, discover what the home trends are this year.
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 07, 2012
Easier & Safer Living with Energy Savings - Automatically
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 06, 2012
Cairn Control Systems Inc. constantly challenges the standard to ensure that their impact to the planet is both responsible and positive.
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Written by My Smarter Home December 16, 2011
Toronto real estate developer Tridel is partnering with Cisco Systems Inc .
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Written by My Smarter Home December 09, 2011
New Light’s elders and congregation believe strongly that worship should always be dynamic and expressive
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Written by My Smarter Home December 09, 2011
Add extra comfort to your CINEAK luxury seats with these comfortable blankets and pillows.
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Written by My Smarter Home December 05, 2011
Control4 solutions can help you save energy - automatically!
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Written by My Smarter Home December 02, 2011
The Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas; integrated Control4 into every room, making it a truly one of a kind experience.
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Written by My Smarter Home December 02, 2011
Don't let winter surprise you. Here are some quick tips to prepare you for the coming months
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Written by My Smarter Home November 25, 2011
Smart-home technology systems allow customers to keep an eye on their homes remotely.
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Written by Carol CairnsNovember 25, 2011
Integrate an outdoor intercom to virtually any analogue, VOIP, or business phone system,with or without camera.
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Written by Carol CairnsNovember 25, 2011
Remotely access your security alarm system - there a number of options.
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Written by My Smarter Home November 21, 2011
iRoom iDock, a motorized in-wall iPad mount
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Written by My Smarter Home November 11, 2011
Control4 has brought home control to a new level. Available as an iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch app, Control4 allows you to remotely control anything o...
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Written by My Smarter Home October 21, 2011
Source: www.eu.Onkyo.com
Onkyo has introduced a new line of docking stations dedicated to the iPad, iPod, and iPhone.
The new line, iOnly,...
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Written by My Smarter Home September 30, 2011
We have mentioned on this website that Control4 allows your house to be a "green house". Whether you want to remotely control your thermostat or set u...
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Written by My Smarter Home September 16, 2011
August 18, 2011 | by Grant Clauser
The ultimate home theaters are based around projection systems, but many people mistakenly believe putting ...
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Written by My Smarter Home August 29, 2011
Light Speaker
We were recently introduced to a new speaker option in Home Automation and Distributed Audio, The LightSpeaker. One of the hardest...
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Written by My Smarter Home August 15, 2011
Your Windows Deserve Hunter Douglas Window Fashions
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Written by My Smarter Home August 09, 2011
The in and outs of home automation
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Written by My Smarter Home June 10, 2011
by Martin LaMonica, Cnet News
In the space of a few years, I've gone from one lighting technology to another and now to three lighting types...
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Written by Don MaxeyMay 27, 2011
What you should know about securing your home network
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Written by My Smarter Home May 13, 2011
Touchpanels are the keys to sophisticated control systems
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Written by Don MaxeyApril 15, 2011
We all watch at least one of the CSI TV shows…and maybe one of the other numerous TV shows or movies where we get to see the amazing benefits o...
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Written by My Smarter Home April 10, 2011
What to know when purchasing a new TV.
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Written by My Smarter Home March 23, 2011
BY SUZY EVANS, Fastcompany.com
01 / Apple
For dominating the business landscape, in 101 ways.
02 / Samsung
For transforming itself in...
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Written by Carol CairnsMarch 01, 2011
Decluttering is much more than spending time
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Written by February 14, 2011
It's called the smart home and it lets you control...
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 07, 2011
The more I learn about Habitat for Humanity, the more I am amazed...
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Written by Carol CairnsFebruary 01, 2011
Written by Carol CairnsJanuary 24, 2011
Written by Carol CairnsDecember 11, 2010
In the winter, heat escapes through the windows
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Written by Carol CairnsDecember 01, 2009
The bulb will cut energy by 80 percent.
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