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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a landlord and software engineer specialising in user experience design I must conclude this Inspire 2 channel smart thermostat is absolutely spot on in functionality, aesthetic design and user int... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We've now installed Inspire Automation thermostats in our two main halls connected to our Hallmaster Booking System. This means that we don't have to worry about forgetting to heat the rooms for... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have a holiday let on the Yorkshire coast and fitted our thermostat a couple of years ago. It is very easy to monitor and set from our own home via a PC and allows us to switch to cooler settings w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is exactly what I wanted for our 5 bedroom HMO. Now able to control heating remotely and prevent heating being left on indefinitely by tenants. Ignite smart sensor in each room can be controlled... See more

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About Inspire Home Automation

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Inspire Home automation develop a range of Smart Thermostats for various markets such as Private homes, Landlords and Holiday lets / Village Halls.

We believe you should be able to keep your home comfortable, without wasting energy. Smart technology has a big role to play in reducing wasted energy. And finally we are proud of our use of British Manufacturing!

Inspire Home Automation’s latest generation of stylish Smart Thermostats definitely look the part and put you in control. Offering smart, money saving features, which can be customised by the user, we can offer a system that works for everyone.

We are very proud to support the British economy. Our products are designed at our head office in Ferndown, Dorset and are manufactured in Southampton, Hampshire.

How this benefits you - real people - like you and me - Made in Britain means something very important indeed:
  • Ethical production, fair wages and decent working conditions
  • Taking responsibility for the environmental impact of our own consumption
  • Pride of ownership and pride in British capabilities
  • The dignity of self reliance

Inspire Home Automation, founded in 2012, is now run by 3 directors.

Matthew Smith is our Software Engineer and specialises his responsibility for Website, Phone Apps, and Servers.

Gavin Smith is our Electronics Engineer and has developed the circuits and embedded software on the Thermostats

Stewart Horton is our Hardware Engineer and has created the stylish range of thermostats.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst customer experience ever!

Potentially a useful product, which we had trialled in one house. The second one has been a disaster! No screws included, so order separately (and charged £15 !). Transpired main unit was faulty, but replacement was sent (only after Georgina intervened) and then two back plates, which both had blown (electrician and plumber ordered separately). Try to arrange returns of all, 'gatekeeper' very officious and prescriptive in following procedure., including not accepted returns of plumber/electrician units as not on my e-mail address!! Several very long conversations, with little understanding of timescale and frustration. No prepaid label sent with expectation for us to pay for return of damaged products!! Given up. We might only be a small landlord - 29 properties, but after that experience we will go back to upgrading with Hive.

March 21, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for your review,

This is currently with management who is investigating this matter.

Please note that returns and refunds can only be arranged with the person who bought the product, upon reflection fo your notes this matter concerning your installer and yourself is being reviewed and management will be in contact.

Again your feedback is appreciated and we will use this to help better our services provided.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant 5star!

We bought one of the Inspire Wireless for our Serviced Accommodation. Wow…what a brilliantly clever device. We live a long way from the property so being able to control and link the heating to the bookings diary is a godsend. Praise also to the guys at Inspire who provide amazing customer Service. I’m just off the online chat 💬 with Georgina who was fantastic in answering a small query I had. Bottom line…awesome product and great service.

April 24, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you!

We are very proud with our calendar thermostat and its function of ensuring the heating is only available for when you have a booking.

Your positive comments have been passed to Georgina who is delighted to hear your feedback.

Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any further queries.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us this review

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely awful system

It's a great product as you can manage the heating from afar to get it perfect for your tenants. They do on occasion disconnect but a quick call to customer servic can guide you through sort it out. Recommended.

March 27, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review.

We are always on hand to assist our customers with queries and helping the find solutions.

If you need assistance while on site then please start an online chat to request a call back.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This system is so good it should be mandatory in any letting property.

Installation was very straightforward as the instructions are the best ever. Thermostat exceeds all expectations in terms of flexibility and usability, setup videos are superb, does everything other systems can only aspire to and more. Hats off to the person or persons who designed such a fantastic system, it really is a tribute to you.

March 14, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

We are delighted with your feedback.

We have passed your comments to the directors who created our products, with the help with feedback of our loyal customers.

Thank you for taking the time to leave this wonderful review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super

Great product. Easy to install and setup. 5 star

February 10, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for your feedback.

Here at Inspire we are always looking at ways to make our system easier to setup and appreciate our loyal customers feedback in making that happen.

Thank you for taking the time leaving this review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

7 Star service for Georgina

7 Star service for Georgina
She demonstrated the true meaning of customer care and service. I was blow away by her care and attention to making sure my needs were met.
Amazing 10/10

February 28, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for the amazing review!

I have passed your comments to Georgina who was delighted to hear your feedback.

We are always on hand to help our customers and give guidance on how best to use your thermostats.

Thank you fro taking the time to leave the wonderful review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Setting up

After spending a couple of hours trying to set things up on the App, we were given clear instruction of how to do it via step by step instructions.

January 16, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Your review is aoppreciated,

Our agents are on hand to assist with internet connections and give advice about best positioning in your property.

Please do not hesitate to start an online chat should you need further assistance.

Have a wonderful evening.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product

Great product. Allows us to control our portfolio from the end of a phone. Also got it at home

January 16, 2023
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for your feedback.

We are happy to hear that you are enjoying our product and the functions of the phone app, don't forget you have the online account that gives you more capabilities.

Please do not hesitate to contact us should you need further assistance.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible Customer Support

Sadly, although I find the controller very good, their support and after sales service is the worst I have experienced.
Their help line is only open 10 till 3 and rarely answers and when it does, anyone who knows anything appears to be 'in a meeting'.
I bought a replacement receiver after one got damaged and it arrived very quickly, but despite their assurances that it would 'easily' connect to the existing thermostat, it didn't.
The electrician tried the help line and was told there was a 45 minute wait and as time was pressing just installed a standard controller to give my tenants some sort of heat.
I had to get him back and we both went through the 'simple' procedure a number of times without success so we again called the help line on the stroke of 10 and still had to wait, and even when we got through they 'were in a meeting'.
Eventually messages were relayed through the lady on the phone while I could hear a guy in the background tapping away. It was finally discovered the unit they'd sent me was programmed incorrectly. It was a quick fix then and they apologised but it didn't stop the fact the electrician had been with me now for hours over two visits.
I had an email saying my complaint was being 'escalated' or something like that and I'd get a response tomorrow ...... that was over 4 weeks ago and despite chasing by phone and email have got nothing but they either ignore me or give empty promises back.
We all make mistakes but it's the way we deal with them that differentiates the good from the bad and these people are shocking

December 22, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for your review,

This is currently with management who is investigating this matter.

Please note that returns and refunds can only be arranged with the person who bought the product, upon reflection fo your notes this matter concerning your installer and yourself is being reviewed and management will be in contact.

Again your feedback is appreciated and we will use this to help better our services provided.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Online support 1st class. 👏👏

December 15, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for the round of applause!

We really pride our personal touch to our customer service, so please do not hesitate to contact us via online chat to arrange a call back should you need further assistance.

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

CUSTOMER SERVICE AWOL

I have been a customer of Inspire Home Automation for five years now. It is a beautiful product, though I have had challenges in trying to tie energy bills to the back end data (e.g. call for heat time). I have five houses that I let which are built similarly and with more or less the same EPC "C" grade. Over the last few months I have become concerned that one of the five houses is now consuming double the level of gas cf. others. I contacted Inspire via the chat as they say this is quicker. We chatted, I explained the problem, the Inspire person consulted and we agreed that she/Inspire would send me an email. Either by chat (two different days) or by phone (two different days) I have been advised that I would receive an e-mail with advice as to how to manage consumption. As a customer (who is also busy!) I find it frustrating that I have been told promised an e-mail four times, that I have had to follow up four times and to no avail. Today's call of 88 minutes did not achieve it. Nor did another chat. I guess it is time to move to Hive or Nest.

January 16, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great communications

Great customer service and communications. Product was delayed, but the office team went out of their way to find me one and get it shipped straight out. Thanks for your help...I'm very impressed.

December 14, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

You are more than welcome.

We always strive to meet customer requests, so should you have an enquires we will find the best solution in meeting your needs.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic product

Great company with good customer service.

December 9, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any further queries.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

does what it says it does

as per the review by the manufacture does the job

November 21, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

Your feedback is appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good to be in control.

Excellent customer service (from Georgina) and excellent installation from Talsin Ltd. Overall, everything is currently working well. In these times, it is a relief to be able to remotely control the heating in our HMO property.

September 12, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for your wonderful review,

Your comments have been passed to Georgina who will be delighted to hear your feedback.

If you have any further queries then please do not hesitate to contact us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I asked for some screws and they were…

I asked for some screws and they were sent quickly.

November 2, 2022
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Reply from Inspire Home Automation

Thank you for taking time to leave us a review,

We endeavour to ship all orders fast, so should you have any requirements then please do not hesitate to contact us.

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