A:Answer Hi Bedsores707, thank you for your question. Yes, our GE Z-Wave Plus Fan Speed Switch will require a smart home hub compatible with Z-Wave products to function. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to respond or give us a call between the hours of 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Central Standard Time, Monday thru Friday at 1-800-654-8483. Thank you.