The Sustainable Smart Home
Sustainable Integration & Smart Automation
Our clients approached us with a clear vision: a high-performance home that produced more energy than it consumed, without sacrificing the comforts of modern technology. They needed an electrical backbone that could manage solar generation, high-speed data, and climate automation seamlessly.
Most “smart homes” are reactive—they turn things on when you ask. A truly sustainable smart home needs to be proactive. We had to ensure that high-draw appliances (like the HVAC system and EV charging) would prioritize “free” solar energy during the day while maintaining a rock-solid backup system for the evening.
Our Solution
McGirr Electrical designed a fully integrated ecosystem from the ground up
Integrated Solar & Storage
We installed a high-capacity hybrid inverter paired with a lithium-ion battery stack, allowing the home to run "off-grid" during peak-rate periods.
Smart Load Management
Using a centralized hub, we programmed the home to automatically run heavy-load appliances (dishwasher, dryer, pool pump) when solar production hit its daily peak.
Intelligent Lighting & Climate Control
Energy-efficient LED architecture throughout, controlled by motion and ambient light sensors to ensure power is never wasted in empty rooms.
EV Charging Infrastructure
A dedicated 22kW smart charger was integrated, allowing the owners to charge their vehicle exclusively from surplus solar.
Zero-Export Programming
Ensuring no solar energy is “wasted” to the grid.
Remote Management
The owners can monitor and control every circuit via a single smartphone app.
Future-Proof Wiring
Structured cabling installed to support future technological upgrades without opening up the walls.
Whether you’re building from scratch or retrofitting for sustainability, McGirr Electrical has the expertise to bring your vision to life.