Daniel founded Smart Home Perfected in 2019 as a personal passion project. With a Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree in Computing and IT from The Open University, his 15 years experience as a software engineer is what initially inspired him to play around with home automation platforms.

A shed full of power tools and an eagerness to take on any DIY task have helped get his smart home to its current level. He has tested over 100 smart home devices over the last 4 years. As a smart home is never "finished", he's continuing to find more ways to automate and improve his home, as new devices are released and technology evolves.

Latest Posts

9 Ways to Fix a White Rodgers / Emerson Thermostat with a Constantly Blinking Snowflake

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Thermostats from White Rodgers / Emerson are engineered with protective elements to ensure the security of your HVAC systems. One of these is the compressor lockout, which results in the flashing snowflake icon. Usually, this goes away after five minutes, but if it doesn’t you may have a problem that needs to be investigated. What Does the Flashing Snowflake Icon Mean? In…

5 Steps to Fix a Blank Screen on a Nest Thermostat

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If you notice that the screen of your Nest thermostat isn’t working or is not responding, it’s likely that the battery needs to be charged. So in most situations, replacing or recharging the batteries on your Nest thermostat will bring it back to life.  However, there can also be another issue, so keep reading to learn more. Most Common Reason for a…

How to Program a Nest Thermostat

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The exceptional features of smart thermostats set them apart from their competitors. Their distinct characteristic is their capability to modify settings aligned with the requirements of those living in the home. With a Nest thermostat, you can create a customized schedule for the week and also have the device learn how to optimize it for maximum efficiency. So in this guide, I’ll…

Fixed: Honeywell Thermostat Clicks But Nothing Happens

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In case you notice that your Honeywell thermostat is persistently making clicking noises which adversely affect your heating or cooling system’s performance, fret not. You are in the right place. Most of the time, this issue is due to batteries that are on the way out, or loose wiring from the HVAC system to the thermostat. So keep reading and I’ll show…

Solved in 2024: How to Change Access Code on Schlage Door Lock

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If you’re seeking modifications to the access configurations of your Schlage smart lock, or require programming codes to resolve problems, rest assured that you’re in the right place. All Schlage smart locks come with default programming codes which can be reset if you’ve lost yours. In this article, I provide detailed model-specific instructions on how to manage these codes to get you…

How to Change Codes in a Yale Smart Lock?

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Are you unsure about how to set up master and user pins for your Yale smart lock? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. Most models allow you to manually program codes directly through the keypad so you don’t always need to rely on the app to manage it. Through manual programming, you can manage codes and change some of the…

Nest Thermostat Troubleshooting

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No matter the issues you’re experiencing with your Nest thermostat – whether it’s a touchscreen that won’t respond, trouble aligning with your HVAC system, or problems with your Wi-Fi connectivity, there are effective solutions for a malfunctioning thermostat. So instead of calling in the cavalry right away, you can try restarting the device for a quick fix.  But that might not be…

9 Methods to Fix a Nest Thermostat that’s Short-Cycling

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Several factors may result in the short-cycling of your HVAC system. The reasons can range from a defective thermostat, incorrect changes made to the wiring, or even problems directly related to the equipment of the HVAC system. The Nest thermostat has a “low-temperature differential” which means it is quite sensitive to small temperature changes, triggering the HVAC system to turn on and…