“When the house becomes more seamlessly integrated, allowing a central unit to coordinate and run major equipment through apps that determine what your comfort preferences are and how to best achieve those, also saving you money along the way, you definitely have a Home of the Future,” Ochoa said in a press release.

Service Experts’ popular Austin location, Strand Brothers, began working on Mario Ochoa’s home in December, installing equipment that will reduce energy costs and provide support in case of grid failures so essential systems can keep running, the press release said.

Service Experts has more than 100 locations like Strand Brothers across 31 U.S. states that handle HVAC repair, maintenance, new equipment sales, and related services, including plumbing and solar energy projects, to help homeowners like Ochoa realize their own homes of the future.

“We work daily to make our customers feel right at home, and we’re excited one of our local customers won this incredible national giveaway,” said Jason Parton, general manager of Strand Brothers Service Experts. “Energy-saving technologies and services are transforming homes, from advancements in personalized temperature control to worry-free electric power via solar and whole-home generators. These innovations not only save energy but also make every home a haven of well-being.”