--- title: "Planning & Pricing Your Smart Home | Simple Retrofit Solutions" description: "Smart home planning made simple. See pricing for our retrofit automation kits, learn how to budget for your home, and get expert tips on installation." canonical: https://mytribe.in/picostonetech/retrofit-smart-home-installation/planning-pricing-your-smart-home last_updated: 2025-08-31 --- # Planning and Pricing Your Smart Home Tribe Verified · Automated hundreds of homes across India. By [Picostone](https://mytribe.in/picostonetech) · Services across India; Visit office at Worli, Mumbai · ₹17K per room (estimate) Part of [Retrofit Smart Home Installation](https://mytribe.in/picostonetech/retrofit-smart-home-installation). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/picostonetech/retrofit-smart-home-installation/gallery) Building a smart home doesn't mean tearing up walls or blowing your budget. Whether you are starting with a single room or automating your entire house, here is how you can plan your upgrade with zero mess. ## Photos and videos - ![We make smart home automation flexible. Our dedicated team offers free consultations to create a custom package for your needs and budget. You can start small with just one room or one AC and expand to a full-fledged smart home whenever you like.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a60c3410-8ae9-45da-a8f3-e3f04f85343b) - ![We make smart home automation flexible. Our dedicated team offers free consultations to create a custom package for your needs and budget. You can start small with just one room or one AC and expand to a full-fledged smart home whenever you like.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49c21950-5396-4421-8614-dacb8c4d8e6b) - ![To make things simple, we offer sample packages like "The Starters Kit" for just ₹11,000. We also have comprehensive kits for 2BHK and 3BHK homes, or you can create your own custom package based on your specific requirements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5784437f-6910-489f-97d7-93882c24b1d0) - ![To make things simple, we offer sample packages like "The Starters Kit" for just ₹11,000. We also have comprehensive kits for 2BHK and 3BHK homes, or you can create your own custom package based on your specific requirements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dcd70560-d240-48d6-82ce-89049723301f) - ![We believe in transparency, especially with pricing. This graphic breaks down the cost of our core products, from the Picostone Polar for remote-controlled appliances to our Basic modules for switchboards. You can start small with one room and expand later, making smart home automation accessible for any budget.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0d11844-735c-48fe-a19d-56fe48a05f07) - ![We believe in transparency, especially with pricing. This graphic breaks down the cost of our core products, from the Picostone Polar for remote-controlled appliances to our Basic modules for switchboards. You can start small with one room and expand later, making smart home automation accessible for any budget.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a8b5b31a-1008-444b-af2b-81d8ea088fba) - ![What exactly is a smart home? This graphic explains the basics. All you need is a Wi-Fi connection to control your lights, fans, ACs, and more from anywhere in the world using our app or your voice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4597f0f-5e14-4158-8e0b-e09743139f78) - ![What exactly is a smart home? This graphic explains the basics. All you need is a Wi-Fi connection to control your lights, fans, ACs, and more from anywhere in the world using our app or your voice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf28366c-76c6-4c7e-b37c-e9515484e792) - [Video: Our smart lighting solutions are more cost-efficient than traditional DALI systems, saving you money on complex drivers and extra wiring. We use modern Bluetooth technology that can be installed even in existing sites, so you can save on costs and maybe even go to Bali!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5dcd5e7d-5d58-4bf2-a11b-96d7d5d029b8) - [Video: We've automated hundreds of homes across Mumbai, and our community is growing every day. This map shows just a fraction of our installations. Your neighborhood has already upgraded to smart, so get in line and join our smart home family!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2480390-52a4-4518-b3a1-0d2b638436a8) - ![For automated lighting, Phase-cut dimming is an elegant solution that works with your existing wiring. This means no additional wiring is needed, making it a perfect choice for retrofit projects where the wiring is already done.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/edb753d8-f16e-402a-9e7b-f20129738bac) - ![For automated lighting, Phase-cut dimming is an elegant solution that works with your existing wiring. This means no additional wiring is needed, making it a perfect choice for retrofit projects where the wiring is already done.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f8504408-e3d8-413f-ae1f-662e65e20af3) - ![Want to add some color to your home? Our system supports RGB lighting, allowing you to achieve a full spectrum of colors. It's the best option for creating dynamic party lighting or colorful ambient moods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fdbbb970-61fb-4bb0-84da-264a29be4912) - ![Want to add some color to your home? Our system supports RGB lighting, allowing you to achieve a full spectrum of colors. It's the best option for creating dynamic party lighting or colorful ambient moods.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1883cef-b611-40c8-b90a-cb10ad0418c8) - ![When planning for automated curtains, a key detail is the curtain pelmet. As a general rule, we recommend a depth of 8-10 inches to properly conceal the motor and track, ensuring a clean and professional look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18c4f84f-8b0f-40a8-859f-456d976d191d) - ![When planning for automated curtains, a key detail is the curtain pelmet. As a general rule, we recommend a depth of 8-10 inches to properly conceal the motor and track, ensuring a clean and professional look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/131ae972-57dc-435c-97f0-2f509a7ecfc4) - ![For motorized curtains, specific wiring is needed at the corner of the pelmet. Our team provides clear guidance on the required 5-wire setup (Live, Neutral, Earthing, and optional Forward/Backward) to ensure a successful installation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5da064f-209b-4bdc-be68-3a8ebad9cde3) - ![For motorized curtains, specific wiring is needed at the corner of the pelmet. Our team provides clear guidance on the required 5-wire setup (Live, Neutral, Earthing, and optional Forward/Backward) to ensure a successful installation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f9ad8ff-bb6a-4271-8deb-fb43677f2bdb) - ![To ensure our devices fit perfectly, we recommend planning for an additional 1 inch of depth behind your switchboard. This extra space allows for easy installation and future maintenance of the Picostone modules.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/748e3efd-b134-4dd9-a289-d97bf6f979da) - ![To ensure our devices fit perfectly, we recommend planning for an additional 1 inch of depth behind your switchboard. This extra space allows for easy installation and future maintenance of the Picostone modules.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/38e7cd75-025f-4237-b17c-7e6f96c7ac4d) - ![A strong Wi-Fi signal is crucial for a reliable smart home. We recommend having one Wi-Fi access point per room and using a wired backlink to avoid any dead spots and ensure seamless connectivity for all your devices.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d1c24560-af81-4e41-bf1b-64219d14f0e4) - ![A strong Wi-Fi signal is crucial for a reliable smart home. We recommend having one Wi-Fi access point per room and using a wired backlink to avoid any dead spots and ensure seamless connectivity for all your devices.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4949e47b-98ca-4679-8b25-5ec00ca04e60) - ![For the best voice control experience, we suggest leaving dedicated plug points for your Amazon Alexa or Google Home devices in every room. This ensures your voice assistant is always ready to receive your commands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b4e80ac-96af-47b6-bc20-19bd3e9d69db) - ![For the best voice control experience, we suggest leaving dedicated plug points for your Amazon Alexa or Google Home devices in every room. This ensures your voice assistant is always ready to receive your commands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bf41fff-acf4-4e0a-8a0b-f71ee2de484d) ## About Planning & Pricing Your Smart Home You do not need to rewire your house to make it smart. We use retrofit modules that sit behind your current switchboard, meaning no wall breaking and no electrical mess. You can start with a single room or just your AC control to see how it works before deciding to scale up, keeping your initial investment low. ### Why Retrofit Over Traditional Automation? Traditional smart home systems usually require complete rewiring, which is a nightmare if you have already painted or furnished your home. Our technology fits directly behind your existing switchboards. Because there is no wall breaking, you save significantly on civil work and electrical labor costs. ### Budgeting for Your Smart Home - **Start Small:** Our Essentials Retrofit Kit starts at ₹7,900, covering basic lighting or fans. It is perfect if you just want to solve specific annoyances like a hard-to-reach switch or the kitchen light. - **Room-by-Room Scaling:** Many of our clients start with the Bedroom Comfort Suite (₹17,000–₹21,000) for AC and mood lighting control, then move to living areas later. - **Full Home Automation:** For larger spaces, our Ultimate Living Room Hub manages complex scenarios like motorized curtains and media systems for ₹39,000–₹46,000. ### Technical Planning Tips If you are in the planning stage of an interior project, a few small details now save you big headaches later: - **Curtain Pelmets:** If you plan on automating your curtains, ensure your pelmet depth is 8–10 inches. This hides the motor track perfectly. - **Lighting Choices:** We support phase-cut dimming, which works with existing wiring. This removes the need for costly, bulky DALI drivers. - **Connectivity:** Ensure your Wi-Fi router placement covers the areas you want to automate. If you have a large home, we can help you map out signal strength during our consultation. We believe in transparency. No hidden charges for fancy infrastructure. Just smart devices that work with the home you already have. ## About Picostone I started Picostone because I was tired of getting up to turn off the lights after I was already in bed. We are here to make your home react to you, not the other way around. No broken walls, just simple, smart living. 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