Remember the original 1999 Disney Channel movie? “Smart House,”Where current “Sons of Anarchy”Queen Katey Sagal portrays the computerized personality of an extremely technical character smart homeWhat? Yes, Sagal’s Cyborg-esque character Pat ends up trying to father the motherless household, but the technology that won the house was amazing. It eased chores and offered top-notch security.

Fast forward 14 years and Jack Thomasson, a professional house planner, was the designer of Jacksonville Beach’s first HGTV Smart Home. Anyone can win the house by entering the sweepstakes period at hgtv.com/smarthome. It features the most recent technology, green living and energy-saving features.

Thomasson offers his top five tips for winning, even if you’re not the lucky winner. “smart”Your home technology.

1. Make sure you find a system that speaks your language. Technology can be daunting. Don’t try to explain it in your own language. It can be frustrating to invest in technology that does not offer a return. Make sure you choose the right technology for your home when you make an investment in technology.

2. Maximize your security options. You will be more comfortable, safer, and have peace of mind. You can unlock and lock your front door from your smartphone. This can save you the hassle of having to give away house keys that can be copied at any hardware store. You can also use discreet security cameras to alert you when someone approaches your home.

3. Remote functions are a luxurious option. You can enjoy the same technology that provides security, but with luxury. You can easily control your home from anywhere. A Smart Home will automatically turn off the bath when you aren’t looking.

4. Embrace “smart”Technology. Technology can make you more efficient, whether it is energy efficiency or better time management. It’s no longer necessary to move from room to room changing the lights. You can use an app to control them both inside and outside your home. You can also control the temperature of your home using a smart thermostat, which you can access from anywhere.

5. Have fun. Technology should be fun. When you integrate technology into your home and link appliances and devices electronically, it will amaze you at the new freedoms and functionality that you don’t realize you have. Technology has become more accessible, affordable, and easier to use thanks to wireless advancements.