Hey DIY enthusiasts, welcome back to ‘What Are We Fixing Today’! In this episode, we’re diving deep into Home Assistant automation with a focus on setting up a Zigbee Hose Valve Automation. Follow along as I walk you through the step-by-step process of creating these automations, from configuring devices to writing YAML code.

One of the highlights of today’s project is my first attempt at using Compensation Integration. This feature is essential for optimizing sprinkler water usage by automatically adjusting based on previous day rainfall. You’ll see me troubleshoot a few YAML errors along the way, demonstrating how to debug and refine your code until everything runs smoothly.

By the end of the video, I’ll have everything working seamlessly on my system. I’ve even bundled up all the code for you in a convenient GIST, making it easy for you to replicate and customize for your own Home Assistant setup. Don’t forget to check out my #Home-Assistant config to see the tweaks I’ve made for optimal performance.

00:00 #Zigbee Hose Valve Automation
03:10 Set-up Compensation Integration
12:44 Sensor Automation
20:17 Watering Automation
36:11 Summary

Episode: 107

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All the YAML used and written in the video:
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AliExpress link for the Zigbee Valve used:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805040689324.html

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