Electrical Wholesaler – October 2022 – Click here to read.
A recent study conducted by Legrand found that over two-thirds (68.5%) of Brits are likely to purchase a smart home product in the next two years, and almost half (45.6%) would be more likely to purchase a home with smart technology installed, research has revealed.
Despite demand increasing – and consumers recognising the value of introducing smart home devices to the home – the research shows that lack of product knowledge is a key barrier to homeowners purchasing technology. Other barriers outlined in the report include installation costs and ongoing subscriptions, to which the majority of respondents (85.4%) said they would prefer a one-off package with no subscriptions. The survey also revealed only 10% would go to an industry professional for information or advice, indicating an opportunity for contractors and electrical installers to become their customers’ smart home advisor.
It will be interesting to watch how demand for smart building tech continues to grow in the coming months – and how the electrical industry rises to the challenge.
On a similar note, on page 32, ESP’s Katie Plumstead takes a look at exterior security lighting, including increasingly sophisticated security solutions with the benefit of remote monitoring via smartphone or tablet.
Our cover story for this month, meanwhile, provides insights from Timeguard into automatic PIR switching, which the company believes will be more in demand than ever with the rising cost of energy prices – see page 10.
Plus, as always, the usual news, views, products and installations from market-leading businesses across the sector.
Bryony Craig, editor
