Auto-shift your home loads to dodge WFH blackouts effortlessly.
Remote workers suffer blackouts during peak WFH hours because grid-tied home microgrids fail to handle increased energy demands.
PeakShift analyzes your microgrid data and WFH routine to automatically schedule non-essential devices like washers or EV chargers to off-peak times. It integrates with smart plugs and microgrid controls for hands-free operation, keeping critical work devices powered. Say goodbye to manual juggling during crunch time.
Remote workers with grid-tied home microgrids who rely on stable power for daily WFH demands
Seamless automation focused on WFH critical paths, not just monitoring.
friendly
AI auto-schedules devices based on WFH calendar.
Connect smart plugs (TP-Link, etc.) and microgrids.
Locks power to laptop/router during work hours.
Preview shifts before auto-run.
Google/Outlook integration for work hours.
Manual pause/resume shifts anytime.
Monthly savings from shifts.
Separate schedules per room/area.
Custom automation triggers.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| calendar_token | text | Yes |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| name | text | No |
| type | text | No |
| priority | int | No |
| ip_address | text | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| device_id | uuid | No |
| start_time | timestamp | No |
| end_time | timestamp | No |
| status | text | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| schedule_id | uuid | No |
| success | bool | No |
| energy_saved | int | Yes |
| executed_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
/api/devicesAdd new device
/api/schedulesList today's schedules
/api/shiftTrigger manual shift
/api/calendarSync WFH events
/api/reportsFetch savings data
No auto, sim only
None
None
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 120 | 3% | $29 | $348 |
| Month 6 | 700 | 6% | $336 | $4,032 |
Automate peak avoidance so your microgrid handles WFH like a pro.
Offer free Pro to first 50 on r/smarthome and r/homeautomation; email list from smart plug affiliate programs; Twitter poll on WFH power pains with signup link.
HVAC focus
No microgrid or WFH integration
Full home + grid automation
Utility rebates
US-only, no home microgrids
Global, microgrid-native
Network effects via shared optimal shift templates from user data.
Smart home boom + grid instability + remote work permanence.
Device API unreliability
Multi-vendor support + fallbacks
Energy regulation issues
Disclaimer as optimizer, not controller
Users prefer manual
Strong sim/onboarding
Success: 70% want auto
Success: 90% success rate
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