Home Assistant Model Context Protocol (MCP)
BasicMCP Server is a lightweight integration tool designed for Home Assistant, providing a flexible interface for device management and automation, built for performance and ease of use. It supports basic device control and automation for a smarter home experience.
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Overview
MCP Server is a lightweight integration tool designed for Home Assistant, providing a flexible interface for device management and automation, built for performance and ease of use. It supports basic device control and automation for a smarter home experience.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
Clone the repository, set up the environment, configure your Home Assistant details in the `.env` file, and build and launch the server using Docker.2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"home-assistant-model-context-protocol-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"Clone the repository, set up the environment, configure your Home Assistant details in the `.env` file, and build and launch the server using Docker."
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from Home Assistant Model Context Protocol (MCP)?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in Home Assistant Model Context Protocol (MCP)?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in Home Assistant Model Context Protocol (MCP)"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in Home Assistant Model Context Protocol (MCP) with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with Home Assistant Model Context Protocol (MCP)
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