Retrofit Automation
SHELLY
Small, flexible relay modules that let K-TEC automate real-world loads without rebuilding the whole home around one brand.
How K-TEC Uses It
WHERE THIS
BRAND FITS.
Best Fit
Project Fit
Best for retrofit control, hidden relays, custom triggers, and projects where flexibility matters.
Pairs With
System Role
Pairs with MQTT, Home Assistant, lighting circuits, fans, pumps, and custom logic.
Who It Serves
Ideal Client
Homes that need practical automation without a full proprietary system swap.
Typical Components
What This Usually Includes
K-TEC scopes the exact stack to the home, but these are the common components used in this lane.
- Qolsys IQ Panel 4
- 2GIG panel options
- ADC cameras & doorbells
- Locks, garage, cellular backup
K-TEC Point of View
Why It Exists in the Stack
If you want monitored security, Alarm.com is usually the lane K-TEC starts with.