These 3 Prime Big Deal Days Finds Can Make Your Home Safer and More Functional

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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are here. This two-day sales event runs on October 6 and 7.

While many of these sales don't offer deep discounts, I use them as a chance to score deals on items that improve my home's functionality and safety. On that front, Prime Day doesn't disappoint.

But first, make sure you have an Amazon Prime membership to shop the event. If you don't have one and you're new to Prime, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial. Now, here are a few items that can give you peace of mind, improve your home's functionality, and potentially save you money.

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This deal protects your biggest asset

Electrician working on wall outlets during home renovation project in daylight

I bought an older home a few years ago, and one of my main concerns was its electrical. Then, I found out about the Ting sensor. It's a smart home sensor you plug into a wall that detects electrical irregularities that could result in a house fire.

Once you install the plug, you download the free Ting app on your phone to monitor it. You'll receive real-time alerts when it detects issues. Some issues it detects include micro-arcing, caused by faulty wiring, malfunctioning devices or loose connections.

Now, I have peace of mind knowing that if any hazards arise, I can fix them before a fire occurs. During Prime Day, you'll save 15% on a Ting sensor.

This deal adds another layer of protection to your home

Hand using smartphone application to unlock modern smart home door system

Smart locks are among the smartest home security upgrades you'll make. They're easy to install. And I like them for the convenience and security they offer.

These devices typically feature a keypad for PIN codes or biometric sensors, allowing you to secure your home without fumbling for physical keys. You can install them on any entry point, such as your front door, and even assign temporary codes for guests or service providers.

Worried you didn't lock your front door when you left home? Access the app and lock it remotely, instead of driving back home. You should also look for ones, like the one I recommend here, that offer weatherproofing and battery backup, so you still have access during a power outage.

And during Prime Big Deal Days, you can save up to 39% on this option:

Lower your home's energy costs with this deal

Finger pressing a button on a thermostat that displays a dollar sign, indicating rising energy costs.

Electric bills continue to surge. Electric bills continue to climb. As we head into the colder months, the average household is expected to spend 8.7% more on heating this winter, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

Heating is one of the biggest drivers of winter energy costs, which is where a smart thermostat can help. If you plan to travel for Thanksgiving, the holidays or a winter getaway, you can lower the temperature while you're away rather than paying to keep an empty house as warm as you would when you're home.

Adjusting your thermostat by 7 to 10 degrees for eight hours a day can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. A smart thermostat can make those adjustments automatically and let you monitor or change the temperature remotely.

And if you've been considering an upgrade, you can save 18% on a new smart thermostat during Prime Big Deal Days.

Ultimately, while Prime Big Deal Days isn't overflowing with deep discounts, it doesn't mean you can't find good deals.

Being strategic when shopping can help you find deals that add value to your home, both now and into the future. These three deals represent ways you can improve your home's functionality, ensure it remains safe and save money on energy costs.

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Sean is a veteran personal finance writer, with over 10 years of experience. He's written finance guides on insurance, savings, travel and more for CNET, Bankrate and GOBankingRates.