Thinking About Taking Control of Utilities? Need Your Feedback!

[Nagaraja2]

Hey Airbnb hosts and property owners!

We’re developing an AI-powered assistant designed to help you:

1. Monitor utility usage per guest stay and encourage mindful consumption through positive feedback or discount

       2. Have a tech assistant manage energy settings when there’s no booking, during guest stays, or if they forget to adjust settings at                  checkout.

       3. Save costs & prevent water damage with proactive water leak detection.

Goal is to help you cut down waste, reduce expenses, and make your rental more sustainable.

Would these features be helpful for your property? We’d love your feedback! Drop your thoughts into the comments!

#SmartHosting #AirbnbHosts #UtilitySavings #SustainableRental

[Andres644]

Hi @Nagaraja2 

It sounds amazing and helpful, mostly for listings that don't know their expenses.

It can be a good tool for owners who want to maximize their revenue in peak season and don't sell their Airbnbs too cheaply in low season.

If you have a test model, I can test it.

Just let me know. 

Warm regards from The Philippines,

Andres

[Nagaraja2]

@Andres644 ,

Hi @Andres644,

Thanks so much for your reply — I really appreciate your feedback!

We’ve currently developed the electricity monitoring model, and we’re actively working on water usage tracking, HVAC (cooling/heating) control, and automating settings when the property is unoccupied. Here's a snapshot of the current test model:

🔹 Hosts can view per-stay energy usage, while guests can see their live consumption.
🔹 Hosts can reward mindful guests with positive feedback or discounts.
🔹 A gamification model is also in progress to make energy-saving more fun and engaging.
🔹 For those who prefer a "pay what you consume" setup, the data can help adjust pricing and reduce surprises on utility bills.

Managing utility costs in short-term rentals is often unpredictable — and it’s usually the hosts who absorb the impact. Our goal is to provide a smart, cost-effective, and guest-friendly solution that puts you in control.

Would love to hear your thoughts and  explore a test setup with you!