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DIY bed lift (actuators / motor + strap)

Support tier: C (custom/manual)

What this is

A DIY bed lift is usually either linear actuators or a winch/motor + strap system, controlled by a relay/driver and protected with limit switches.

Why it’s useful in a van

  • Space efficiency (garage vs living mode)
  • One-tap lift/lower from the dashboard
  • Safer operation with interlocks and limits

Extra hardware required

Typically: - Linear actuators OR winch/motor + strap - Limit switches (top/bottom) (strongly recommended) - A controller (ESPHome device + relays/motor driver)

Install / best next step

  • Model it in HA as a Cover (open/close/stop)
  • Use ESPHome to control relays/outputs and read limit switches
  • ESPHome Cover: https://esphome.io/components/cover/index.html
  • ESPHome: https://esphome.io/