Can I motorise my existing curtains without replacing the fabric?+
Yes. Most existing tracks accept a motor swap — we replace the manual rod with a motorised track and rehang your existing fabric. Only very old plaster-embedded rods need a new track.
How much do motorised curtains cost per window?+
Aqara Zigbee (sheers, up to 2m): ₹12,000–₹18,000 installed. Dooya DT52S (standard, up to 4m): ₹22,000–₹32,000. Somfy Glydea (heavy blackout, up to 6m): ₹45,000–₹70,000.
How do I convert my existing home into a smart home without rewiring?+
Use retrofit smart switch modules that sit behind your existing switchboards, Wi-Fi/Zigbee smart bulbs, an IR blaster to pool your AC/TV/set-top-box remotes, a smart Wi-Fi lock and a video door phone. LiveInSmart typically converts a 3BHK in 2–4 days with zero visible wiring change — the mechanical switches keep working and you get app + Alexa/Google control on top.
How much does it cost to convert a home into a smart home in India?+
A basic single-room retrofit starts around ₹35,000–₹55,000. A full 3BHK apartment with lighting, fans, curtains, one AC, video door phone and Alexa integration lands between ₹1.8–3.5 lakh. A wired KNX villa with lighting scenes, curtains, HVAC, security, home theatre and CCTV ranges ₹8–25 lakh. LiveInSmart designs the exact bill-of-materials against your house.
Which is better — Alexa or Google Home for an Indian home?+
Alexa is better for shopping/routines and has the widest local-skill support in India; Google Home is better for questions, calendar and multi-language conversation. Both control the same LiveInSmart lighting, curtains, AC, TV and locks. We usually deploy Alexa as primary and add Google Assistant as a secondary voice layer.
Will the smart home work during a power cut or internet outage?+
Yes. Every LiveInSmart switch and scene runs locally, so loss of internet does not disable lights, fans or curtains. During a power cut, the mechanical fallback on retrofit switches still works; for wired KNX installations we recommend a small UPS on the automation bus so scenes keep running.
Does LiveInSmart provide installation, calibration and AMC for smart homes?+
Yes. Every smart home we deploy includes site survey, single-line diagram, hardware supply, concealed cabling (where applicable), professional installation, scene programming, Alexa/Google onboarding, family handover and a 3-year installation warranty. Optional AMC covers annual health-checks, firmware updates and priority on-site response.