Smart Home Installation Brighton & Hove
Local smart home installer covering all of Brighton & Hove — Ring doorbells, Nest & Hive thermostats, Philips Hue lighting, CCTV cameras, and home automation. Tech setup and the handyman work (drilling, cable routing, bracket fitting) in one visit.
- Ring, Nest, Hive & Philips Hue
- Smart thermostats & heating
- Video doorbells & cameras
- Smart lighting systems
- Period property specialists
- Free quote, same-week slots
Covering Brighton, Hove, Kemptown, Preston Park & surrounding areas
One visit — tech setup + any handyman work done together
Smart Devices We Install in Brighton & Hove
We work with all major brands — bought your device online or from a store, we'll get it fitted, wired up, and configured so it actually works in your home.
Ring Doorbell Installation Brighton
Ring Video Doorbell, Ring Pro and Ring Elite — all models installed. We drill into brick or render, run the wire back to the chime or transformer, connect to your WiFi, and walk you through the app. We also install Ring Spotlight Cam and Ring Floodlight Cam on exterior walls.
Ring Video Doorbell installation from £60 inc. fitting & setup
Nest & Hive Thermostat Installation Brighton
Google Nest Learning Thermostat, Nest Thermostat E, Hive Active Heating, and Tado — all installed and commissioned. We check your boiler compatibility first, wire the thermostat correctly, set up the app, and test heating and hot water. Especially common in Brighton's older Victorian and Edwardian homes.
Smart thermostat installation from £80 inc. wiring, app setup & test
Philips Hue & Smart Lighting Brighton
Philips Hue, LIFX, and TP-Link Tapo smart lighting installed and connected to your bridge or hub. We fit smart switches, replace existing bulb fittings, set up scenes, and integrate with Alexa or Google Home. Feature lighting for period properties done carefully to preserve cornicing and ceiling roses.
Smart lighting setup from £50 per room (bridge & bulbs extra)
Security Camera & CCTV Installation Brighton
Ring, Arlo, Reolink and wired CCTV systems installed on exterior walls, soffits, and at entry points. We run cables discreetly, mount units at the correct angle for coverage, and set up remote viewing on your phone. Coastal exposure-rated units recommended for Brighton seafront and exposed properties.
Camera installation from £70 per camera inc. mounting & app setup
Amazon Echo & Google Nest Setup
Smart speaker placement, WiFi connection, account setup, and device linking — Alexa and Google Home configured to control your lights, heating, TV, and other devices. We also help troubleshoot existing setups where devices have stopped responding or Routines aren't working.
Smart speaker setup from £40 (linking to existing smart devices included)
Smart Lock & Access Control Brighton
Yale Smart Lock, Nuki, and Schlage smart locks fitted to your existing door frame. We check compatibility with your lock cylinder, install the unit, and configure app access, keycodes, and auto-lock timing. Combined with Ring doorbell for complete smart entry.
Smart lock installation from £70 inc. fitting, cylinder check & app setup
Smart Home Installation Prices — Brighton & Hove
Clear pricing. We always confirm the total before starting. No hidden call-out fees.
| Installation | Typical Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Ring doorbell (wired) | £60 – £90 | Drilling, wiring, WiFi setup, app walkthrough |
| Nest / Hive thermostat | £80 – £120 | Wiring, boiler compatibility check, app setup |
| Philips Hue starter (1 room) | £50 – £80 | Bridge setup, bulbs, Alexa/Google linking |
| Security camera (per unit) | £70 – £100 | Wall mounting, cabling, remote view setup |
| Smart lock fitting | £70 – £100 | Fitting, cylinder check, app setup |
| Multi-device smart home setup | £150 – £350 | Full day: thermostat + doorbell + lighting + cameras |
Device purchase not included. Prices cover labour, setup and testing. Brighton period properties with lime plaster or unusual wall construction may be at the higher end. WhatsApp a photo for a faster estimate.
Smart Home Installation in Brighton's Period Properties
Most Brighton & Hove homes are Victorian or Edwardian — solid brick walls, lime plaster, no cavity, and often older wiring. Smart device installation here requires different techniques to new-builds.
- Ring doorbell wiring run back through brick without damaging period features
- Nest/Hive thermostat compatibility checked before purchase (some older boilers need adapters)
- Camera mounts drilled into render or masonry, sealed against Brighton coastal salt air
- Smart lighting fitted around original cornicing and ceiling roses
- Cable routes chosen to avoid damaging original plaster
We also offer WiFi installation and troubleshooting — because smart home devices only work reliably with a solid network.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Smart Home Installation Brighton
Can you install a Ring doorbell on a Brighton Victorian terrace?
Yes — we do this regularly. The typical setup involves drilling through brick or render to route the doorbell wire back to the existing chime or a new transformer inside. We seal the entry point against draughts and moisture. For listed buildings or those in conservation areas, we choose discreet routes that don't affect the facade.
Will a Nest or Hive thermostat work with my old boiler?
Most modern and semi-modern boilers are compatible, but some older Brighton properties have heating systems (particularly gravity-fed or older Baxi combi) that need an adapter or relay. We check compatibility before confirming the job — if your boiler isn't compatible, we'll tell you before you buy the device.
Do you supply the smart devices or do I need to buy them?
We install devices you've already bought, or we can advise on the right model for your home before you purchase. If you're unsure, WhatsApp us a photo of your setup (boiler, doorbell position, etc.) and we'll advise on compatible options.
Can you combine smart home installation with other handyman work?
Yes — this is our USP. Most customers book us to install smart devices and do traditional handyman tasks (shelving, repairs, painting) in the same visit. It saves a separate booking and is better value. There's no extra call-out fee for combining work.
Do you cover Hove and Kemptown for smart home work?
Yes — we cover all of Brighton & Hove including Hove, Kemptown, Preston Park, Hanover, The Lanes, and surrounding areas. No extra charge for travel within Brighton & Hove.
My smart home devices have stopped working — can you help?
Yes. We troubleshoot existing smart home setups — devices not responding, Alexa/Google Home dropping connections, Ring doorbells losing WiFi, Nest not controlling heating. Often a network issue or app configuration problem that takes 30–60 minutes to diagnose and fix on site.
Book Smart Home Installation in Brighton & Hove
Ring, Nest, Hive, Philips Hue, cameras — fitted and configured in one visit, alongside any other handyman work.
Serving: Brighton, Hove, Kemptown, Preston Park, The Lanes, Hanover, Portslade and all surrounding areas