Return Home Comfort Restoration

S.C.O.R.E. → Convenience → Device Control

Overview

After a hot shower, excess humidity can make a home uncomfortable. This capability automatically adjusts the home’s climate control systems to restore comfort, enhancing the overall living experience.

Benefits

• Maintains a comfortable indoor environment after showering.
• Reduces the risk of mold growth due to high humidity.
• Enhances user satisfaction by automating climate control.

Intent

The purpose of this capability is to monitor humidity levels in the home and adjust climate controls accordingly. By automating these adjustments, it ensures a comfortable atmosphere upon returning home after a shower.

Preconditions

• Smart humidity sensors installed in bathrooms.
• Smart thermostat or HVAC system integrated with the home capability system.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
• Device installed and reachable: HVAC and Climate Control.

Actors

• Homeowner returning from the shower
• Family members entering the bathroom area

Trigger

The capability is triggered by a humidity sensor detecting elevated moisture levels in the air after a shower.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[Humidity Sensor Detects High Humidity] -->|check| B{{Is Home Occupied?}}
    B -->|Yes| C[Activate Dehumidifier]
    C --> D[Restore Comfortable Humidity Level]
    B -->|No| E[Exit Monitoring]

Workflow Description

1. Humidity Detection

The humidity sensor detects a rise in moisture levels in the bathroom after a shower.

2. Check Home Occupancy

The system checks if anyone is currently present in the home to determine if action is needed.

3. Activate Climate Control

If the home is occupied, the system activates the dehumidifier or adjusts the thermostat to reduce humidity levels.

4. Monitor Humidity Levels

The system continuously monitors the humidity levels until they return to a comfortable range.

5. Notify Users

Once the humidity levels are stabilized, users may receive a notification indicating that comfort has been restored.

Postconditions

The humidity levels in the home are reduced to a comfortable range, ensuring a pleasant environment for occupants.

Optional Enhancements

• Integrate with smart lighting to adjust ambiance during shower times.
• Schedule the capability to run automatically during peak shower times.
• Provide users with the ability to manually override settings via a mobile app.

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• Everything Smart Home (youtube)
• Everything Smart Home (youtube)