Bring your security to life with simple, reliable automations. We design and install solutions that let you control lights, open/close a garage door via the Hik-Connect app (using a connected relay), and run useful routines—like turning the TV on/off when you’re away—to make your home look lived-in and improve everyday convenience. All with a tidy finish and no messy cables on show wherever possible.
Turn on selected lights when the alarm triggers or when a specific zone activates
App control: Open or close your electric garage door or gates from the Hik-Connect app.
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Survey & design – We identify what you want to control (lights, garage, TV) and the safest way to integrate.
Professional installation – We add wired relays, input modules or smart interfaces and keep everything neat and discreet.
App setup – Control devices through Hik-Connect and create schedules/rules you can change any time.
Testing & handover – We demonstrate each routine and leave you with clear instructions.
Tidy Install Promise: We plan cable routes carefully and hide wiring wherever possible for a clean result.
Alarm → Lights: If the alarm activates, switch on driveway and hallway lights.
Driveway PIR → Porch Light: Detect approach and bring on porch/entry lights for 2–5 minutes.
Night Arm → Lighting Scene: Part-set at bedtime and turn off downstairs lights, leave a soft landing light on.
Garage Button → Door & Light: One app button opens the garage, turns on internal garage light for 5 minutes.
Away Mode → TV & Lamps: Randomised TV and lamp cycles to look occupied (time-windowed to evenings only).
Interlocks & failsafes: We include sensible checks (e.g., only operate a garage door when the alarm is disarmed or the entry path is clear).
Manual override: Keep your physical controls—automations add convenience, they don’t remove standard operation.
Professional wiring: Relays and interfaces are installed to manufacturer guidance and tested thoroughly.
Note: Garage and gate automation must be safe. We’ll advise on safety beams/contacts and recommended practices before enabling app control.
Hikvision AX PRO + Hik-Connect for alarm control and notifications.
Relays / input modules for lighting circuits, garage door motors and low-voltage triggers.
Selected smart interfaces for TVs and lamps (we’ll propose options that keep things simple and reliable).
Speak to an engineer, not a salesperson.
Tell us a little about your property and what you need—new AX PRO install, upgrade for app control (set/unset + alerts), extra detectors, or fault-finding/repairs. We’ll come back with clear advice and an indicative price.
Helpful to include:
• Best time to call (AM/PM/evening)
• Existing alarm brand/model (if known)
• What you’d like to achieve (upgrade, add sensors, fix a fault)
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We currently only offer installation, repairs and maintenance in the following areas:
Yes. We install a secure relay interface so you can open/close the door via the app. We’ll also discuss safety sensors and sensible interlocks.
Yes. We can switch chosen lights on for an alarm activation or when specific zones trigger, and add schedules for evenings/holidays.
Yes—ideal for an “Away Mode” routine that makes the property look lived-in. We’ll recommend a reliable method for your TV type.
Absolutely. Manual controls remain—automation adds options but doesn’t remove them.
Yes. We’ll show you how to adjust timers and scenes in the app.
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