Smart home, no drilling.
A smarter apartment, no drilling required
Smart home upgrades built for renters — no drilling, no rewiring, no lost deposit. Plug-in, stick-on, and retrofit gear that makes an apartment smarter and comes with you when you move.
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Voice Assistants Smart speakers and displays that run the whole setup by voice. Explore
Smart Plugs & Power Plug-in smart outlets and power strips that make any device smart. Explore
Smart Lighting Smart bulbs and stick-on LED strips — no wiring, no wall switches. Explore
Cameras & Doorbells Wireless cameras and battery doorbells that mount without drilling. Explore
Locks & Access Retrofit smart locks and button pushers that don't alter the door. Explore Independent
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- Renter Smart Home Starter Planner — Answer a few questions and get a no-drill smart-home starter plan for your rental.
- No-Drill Install Checker — Check how to install a device in a rental without drilling or losing your deposit.
- Smart Home Ecosystem Picker — Find whether Alexa, Google, or Apple Home fits your devices and phone.
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