CERTIFIED INSTALLERPowerful Wi-Fi Smart Relays That Fit Behind Any Switch
Shelly makes compact Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart relays that install behind existing light switches, power outlets, and circuit breakers. They add smart control to any electrical circuit without changing the visible hardware — your existing switches stay in place.
WHY WE BUILD ON SHELLY
Our experience with Shelly
Shelly devices are essential to our retrofit projects. When clients want to make existing lighting, fans, or appliances smart without replacing switches or fixtures, Shelly relays fit behind the existing switch plate and add wireless control. We deploy Shelly across apartments and villas for lighting automation, energy monitoring, and appliance control — all integrated into Home Assistant for unified management.
Invisible Installation.
Fits behind existing switches and outlets. Your home looks exactly the same, but everything becomes smart and controllable remotely.
Local API & No Cloud Required.
Shelly devices work locally without any cloud dependency. Direct integration with Home Assistant for fast, private automation.
Energy Monitoring.
Many Shelly devices include built-in power monitoring. Track energy consumption per circuit and identify waste.
Dimming & Roller Shutter Control.
Specialized models for dimming lights and controlling motorized blinds/shutters. One device type for each electrical need.
A RECENT SHELLY BUILD
3-bed townhouse, Mira, Reem · 2,400 sqft
24 Shelly 1PM Mini relays installed behind existing wall switches throughout the townhouse, 6 Shelly Dimmer 2 in living/dining/master, 2 Shelly EM in the main panel for energy monitoring. Home Assistant for scenes and voice control.
AED 9,800. Done in 2 days. Owner says the wall switches still work exactly as before for the kids and guests, but everything has scenes, schedules and voice control underneath. Energy visibility caught two appliances drawing more than they should.
“I didn't want to replace any of my switches. The team installed Shelly relays behind every switch I cared about and now the whole townhouse responds to scenes, schedules and voice. From the wall it looks identical to the day we moved in.”
Imran V. · 3-bed townhouse, Mira owner
WHAT WE TYPICALLY DEPLOY WITH SHELLY
| Behind-switch relays | Shelly 1PM Mini Gen3 / Shelly Plus 2PM |
| Dimming circuits | Shelly Dimmer 2 / Shelly Plus 0-10V |
| Energy monitoring | Shelly EM / Shelly Pro 3EM |
| Roller / blind control | Shelly Plus 2PM (shutter mode) |
| Outlets | Shelly Plug S / Shelly Plus PM Mini |
| Setup time | 1-2 days for full apartment, 2-4 days for villa |
SHELLY VS THE ALTERNATIVES
| Concern | Shelly | Aqara | IKEA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visible change | Zero (everything stays in wall) | New switches if used | Bulb / blind replacements |
| Existing switch still works? | Yes (manual override) | Replaced | Mostly replaced |
| Hub required | No (Wi-Fi direct, optional HA) | Yes (Zigbee hub) | Yes (DIRIGERA) |
| Energy monitoring | Built-in per circuit | Plug-level only | Limited |
| Best for | Retrofit, keep visible hardware unchanged | Sensor-heavy automation | First-time, off-the-shelf |
We deploy Shelly for Smart AC, Lighting, Blinds, and Whole-Home.
SHELLY PROJECTS
Recent Shelly builds.
Reem · Townhouse
Shelly Retrofit Lighting – Mira Townhouse
A 3-bedroom Mira townhouse made smart from behind the wall. Shelly relays installed behind every existing switch — same hardware on the wall, full app and voice control underneath.
Dubai Marina · Apartment
Renter-Friendly Climate & Lighting – Dubai Marina Apartment
A compact studio apartment in Dubai Marina upgraded with wireless smart AC and lighting — fully removable, zero landlord approval needed.
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Frequently asked questions
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