Open Window Reminder

Window with blinds at sunset

With Controller Hub in Controller for HomeKit, a workflow can remind you if a window stays open for too long after ventilating.

Start Event

Select your contact sensor and set "open" as the start event.

Start event using window contact sensor open state

Steps

Add a Wait Step

Add a wait step with a 10-minute delay. Adjust the duration to your needs.

Add a "Send Notification" Step

Send a notification such as β€œWindow Still Open!”

Wait and notification steps for open window reminder

Stop Event

Set "contact sensor closed" as the stop event.

Stop event using closed contact sensor state

Final Overview

If the window remains open longer than your delay, the workflow sends a reminder notification.

Final overview of open window reminder workflow
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