ha mcp
pipStandardThe Home Assistant MCP server allows AI agents to interact with Home Assistant via the REST API. It provides tools to control devices, manage automations, and query sensor data. It connects to Home Assistant instances and exposes endpoints for state management and service calls. Developers use it to build AI-driven home automation workflows and integrations.
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Overview
The Home Assistant MCP server allows AI agents to interact with Home Assistant via the REST API. It provides tools to control devices, manage automations, and query sensor data. It connects to Home Assistant instances and exposes endpoints for state management and service calls. Developers use it to build AI-driven home automation workflows and integrations.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install ha-mcp2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"homeassistant-ai-ha-mcp-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install ha-mcp"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from ha mcp?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for ha mcp
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from ha mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| HA_MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your ha mcp API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in ha mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in ha mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in ha mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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