A single square-metre price or a one-size-fits-all package is misleading in most smart home projects. The budget takes shape together with the number of points to be controlled, the building's construction stage, the chosen infrastructure, the user interfaces, and additional integrations such as audio-video or security.
The scope items that drive the price most
Lighting circuits, dimming points, curtain motors, thermostat zones, sensors, intercom and security integration each create separate technical requirements. Room count alone is not enough; for every room, it must be worked out which functions will be automated and from which surfaces they will be controlled.
- Lighting and dimming points
- Curtain, shutter and climate zones
- The number of switches, panels and sensors
- Security, intercom and audio-video integration
Why do new-build and renovation budgets differ?
In a new build, the panel, cabling and mounting points can be optimised at the project stage. In a renovation, preserving the existing installation, reaching the cables and repairing surfaces all affect the budget. Using wireless components in some areas can reduce the construction cost, while the device and network requirements change in return. This is why the survey is the foundation of any pricing work.
- Cabling and panel revision
- Compatibility with existing devices
- Construction and surface work
- Commissioning time
How do you compare proposals properly?
Comparing two proposals only by the total figure is wrong. The hardware brands, point counts, software and scene scope, mobile access, user training, warranty and after-sales service should be listed explicitly. Building a solid, expandable backbone first is usually wiser than spending the budget on features that will never be used.
- Point and device list
- Programming and integration scope
- Installation, training and service
- Room to expand later
Short, clear answers.
Can I get a price without a survey?+
A preliminary range can be formed from the room count, the city, the build stage and the desired functions. A definitive scope requires the project drawings or an on-site survey.
Can the system be expanded later?+
If suitable panel, cabling and communication capacity is reserved at the start, most systems can grow with new rooms and functions.
