What is Homebase?
Homebase offers a comprehensive smart building system designed for multifamily, student housing, senior living, and mixed-use properties. It consolidates various property technologies into a single, seamless platform, eliminating the need for multiple disparate systems. The platform focuses on automating property management tasks and enhancing the overall building experience for both residents and staff.
Core offerings include managed WiFi infrastructure, providing buildings with their own internet service to generate additional revenue, and smart access control for keyless entry to units and common areas. It also incorporates smart device management, covering thermostats, lighting, and appliances to optimize energy usage and enable proactive maintenance alerts. Additional functionalities like visitor management, self-guided tours, package room access, parking solutions, and integrated digital payments further streamline operations and improve convenience, ultimately aiming to increase Net Operating Income (NOI).
Features
- Managed WiFi: Building-wide internet infrastructure and service provision.
- Smart Access Control: Keyless entry for units and community spaces via mobile app or fobs.
- Visitor Management: Secure and customizable guest access control.
- Self-Guided Tours: Digital access provisioning for prospective residents.
- Smart Thermostats: Automated temperature control for energy savings.
- Smart Lighting & Energy Management: Automated lighting controls and energy efficiency features.
- Smart Appliances Integration: Proactive alerts and management for connected appliances.
- Security Camera Integration: Dashboard view and management of security cameras.
- Package Room Solutions: Secure access control for package management areas.
- Parking Solutions: Access control extension for parking lots and garages.
- Digital Payments: In-app payment collection for rent, WiFi, and other services.
- Property Management Integrations: Syncs with platforms like AppFolio, Yardi, Entrata, and RealPage.
- Unified App: Single interface for residents and property managers.
Use Cases
- Automating property management operations.
- Enhancing resident amenities and overall living experience.
- Increasing property Net Operating Income (NOI) through new revenue streams and efficiencies.
- Providing reliable, building-wide managed internet services.
- Implementing secure keyless entry systems across properties.
- Facilitating contactless, self-guided property tours.
- Managing visitor and delivery access efficiently.
- Optimizing building energy consumption via smart devices.
- Streamlining package delivery and resident pickup.
- Integrating smart home technology into rental units.
FAQs
-
Can I try the Homebase experience?
Yes, Homebase offers product demos for software and devices. You can try the visitor access experience or schedule a full demo with a sales associate, who can also discuss short-term device trials. -
What kind of support do the packages offer?
All plans include staff training, an assigned account team, and ongoing support. Premium support options offer 24/7 service. -
Can Homebase integrate with my existing platforms or devices?
Yes, Homebase integrates with property management systems like AppFolio, Yardi, Entrata, and RealPage for automated data syncs. It can also work with and upgrade existing access control, security, and WiFi systems.
