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Sure, here are the items I use, but if you don't want or need a full home automation system I'll link other options below: Smartthings home automation hub (the "brain" of the system - zwave, zigbee, and wifi capabile): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FJGGWJL/?tag=atomicindus08-20 zwave switched...

My wifi enabled garage door security hack: I have a z-wave switched outlet that automatically turns off (cuts power to garage opener) whenever my phone leaves a specified geolocation (i.e. my yard). Power is restored once I return, and then I can use the wifi opener. I'm using a Smartthings...

- home-built wifi garage door opener trigger (using a generic wifi relay) - allows opening the garage door with my phone, as well as providing other automation capabilities. No keypad or physical remote required, but I almost always have my phone on me. - zwave (not wifi) switched outlet on...

Non-ethanol fuel and... Yard equipment: Boat:

Vertical on one hook. Takes up very little wall space that way. :thumbup:

I use this screwed into a stud: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-10-3-4-in-Vinyl-Coated-Screw-In-Heavy-Duty-Steel-Screw-In-Ladder-Hanger-50-lbs-18012/202305456 Sorry, no pictures of it on the wall... I currently have it set up doing flooring. :-/

This might work.... bluetooth controlled (no wifi or internet required). It would just need to be in range of your phone to connect/control: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0134P957G/?tag=atomicindus08-20 Lighting controllable and programmable from smartphone or tablet without the need of a...

Z-wave device to the hub is not, but yes, hub to phone for GPS location is. Bummer. :(

I use a home automation hub (Samsung SmartThings) with a z-wave smart outlet, and then plug my garage door opener into the smart outlet. I have an automation based on my phone's GPS location that will only turn on the smart outlet when I am in local proximity. Functionally it's seamless as I...

Thanks for the follow up! :thumbup: EDIT: I'll add that I contacted the manufacturer and they said that the lift is designed for and can be used for long-term storage.

For those of you that have this type lift, a couple of questions: What equipment was required for initial setup/assembly? How did you stand it upright after (or during) assembly? Is anyone using this for long-term storage (i.e. stacking two cars)? Any feedback? Use of jack poles would...

Re: Wow, this single post alternative is fascinating! So 7 1/2 years later... anyone have any experience with this type of lift? Too good to be true?

Sending you a PM.

I'd recommend the Ryobi hybrid... use with either A/C or battery. Kind of pricey but super convenient. Bonus if you already have the Ryobi tools and batteries: (edit: I can't post links as a newbie, but this may help) At Home Depot -...

I have a family member that builds commercial bank vaults and personal safe rooms/vaults. He travels all over the country to build vaults and has done a LOT of work in Texas. PM me if you want his contact information.