Samples · Product Research
AI prompts for buying the right home product.
Compatibility, warranty, recalls, and code triggers — researched before you click buy. These workflows help the AI think about your specific install, not just generic product specs.
Research a replacement water heater
“I need to replace my water heater.”
Use when
- Existing unit failing or near end-of-life.
- Considering fuel-type changes (gas → heat pump, etc.).
- Planning the purchase before talking to a plumber.
What H0U53 produces
- Constraints from your current install.
- Code + permit triggers in your jurisdiction.
- Capacity sizing for your household.
- Warranty + brand reputation comparison.
- Required safety devices (T&P, pan, drain, expansion tank, earthquake straps, sediment trap).
- Recall + class-action history flags.
- 2-3 comparison options for your situation.
prompt
I need to replace my water heater. Build me a research plan before I buy anything. First, ask me about my current install: - Fuel type (gas / electric / heat pump) - Tank capacity or tankless - Where it's installed (closet / garage / utility room) - Approximate age and brand of the current unit - Household size and typical hot-water usage - City + state (for code / permit triggers) Then output: - What I need to verify before buying (manuals, compatibility checks) - Code / permit triggers likely in my jurisdiction — flagged, not assumed - Sizing recommendation - Warranty considerations and brand reputations - Installation requirements (T&P valve, pan + drain, expansion tank, earthquake straps, sediment trap on gas) - Recall + class-action history to watch for - 2-3 comparison options for my situation - Questions for a plumber or product support Don't invent SKU-specific specs. If exact numbers matter, say "verify with the manufacturer's manual for the specific model."
Choose a smart lock
“I want to replace my front door deadbolt with a smart lock.”
Use when
- Replacing an existing deadbolt with a smart version.
- Comparing keypad vs. Bluetooth vs. Wi-Fi vs. Z-Wave/Zigbee.
- Worried about door compatibility, weather, or battery life.
What H0U53 produces
- Door measurement checklist (backset, bore, door thickness).
- Existing deadbolt brand for like-for-like (Schlage vs. Kwikset cylinder).
- Connectivity tradeoffs (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Matter, Z-Wave, Zigbee).
- Outdoor weather rating considerations.
- Battery life realities.
- Privacy + auto-update + integration questions.
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I want to replace my front door deadbolt with a smart lock. Help me research without buying the wrong thing. Ask me first: - Door material (wood, fiberglass, metal)? - Outdoor exposure (covered porch, fully exposed, salt air)? - Existing deadbolt brand (Schlage / Kwikset / other) — affects cylinder size - Smart home platform (Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, Matter, none)? - Who else needs access (family, cleaner, contractors, Airbnb guests)? Then output: - Door measurements I need to take (backset, bore diameter, door thickness) - Connectivity tradeoffs (Bluetooth-only vs. Wi-Fi vs. Z-Wave/Zigbee vs. Matter) - Weather rating to look for - Battery life realities (heavy use = more batteries) - Integration + auto-update + privacy questions - 2-3 options that match my constraints Don't invent specific model claims — say "verify with the manufacturer specs for the specific model."
Pick a thermostat
“I want to replace my old thermostat with a smart one.”
Use when
- Old thermostat doesn't have features you want.
- Worried about wiring compatibility (especially C-wire).
- Comparing Nest, Ecobee, Honeywell, etc.
What H0U53 produces
- Wiring check (especially C-wire requirement).
- HVAC system compatibility (multi-stage, heat pump, geothermal).
- Smart home platform integration.
- Sensor placement options (room sensors, occupancy).
- Energy program eligibility (utility rebates).
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I want to replace my thermostat with a smart one. Help me figure out what's compatible with my system. Ask me first: - Current thermostat brand and model, if I can see a sticker - HVAC system type (gas furnace + AC, heat pump, geothermal, boiler, etc.) - Multi-stage / multi-zone, if I know - Whether I can pull the cover and tell you what wires are connected (red, white, yellow, green, blue, C, etc.) - Smart home platform I use (Apple Home, Google, Alexa, Matter, none) Then walk me through: - C-wire requirement (the #1 reason smart thermostats fail to install) - HVAC compatibility for the brands worth considering (Nest, Ecobee, Honeywell, Bosch, Sensi) - Sensor and zone options - Utility rebate eligibility (some utilities pay $50-100 for installation) - 2-3 options that match my constraints Don't tell me to work on live HVAC wiring without shutting off the system at the breaker. Don't invent rebate specifics — say "verify with your utility."