Want to know if you’ve won something in the Postcode Loterij without checking manually every month? In this post, I’ll show you how to add a custom Home Assistant sensor to do just that. It’s not in HACS, but setup is quick—and it’s a fun little addition to your smart home.
Smart Home Security with Alarmo in Home Assistant
Discover how to turn Home Assistant into a flexible, full-featured alarm system using Alarmo. Learn how to install, configure, and automate arming, notifications, and sensor triggers—no extra hardware required. Perfect for enhancing home security and getting the most out of your existing devices.
Monitoring Temperature Trends with Home Assistant
Discover how to use temperature sensors and Home Assistant to monitor indoor and outdoor conditions, analyze temperature trends, and display clear icons that show at a glance whether it’s getting warmer or cooler.
Track your DHL Parcels in Home Assistant
Integrate DHL parcel tracking into your Home Assistant setup using the Multiscrape custom component. This guide shows you how to connect to DHL’s (unofficial) API, create a sensor displaying your incoming packages, and visualize deliveries right on your dashboard.
Track Your Parking Location in Home Assistant
Learn how to track your car’s parking location using Home Assistant and your phone’s Bluetooth connection—even if your car doesn’t have built-in smart features. A simple automation that makes your “dumb” car a little smarter.