Buying a New Home? Consider a Home Technology Inspection

Home inspections typically focus on the foundation, structure, plumbing, and electrical elements of a building. But if you’re moving into a new property with high-tech appliances, security and surveillance devices, or a smart home system already installed, you need to know that the technology is up to date, safely running, and has a long lifespan ahead.

Modern homes with smart technology require more advanced inspections than traditional residences. At Personal Technology, our home automation company offers technology surveys for both homebuyers and real estate agents in San Marino, CA and Los Angeles county.

But what does a home technology inspection include? Find out below to make sure you make the most of your new residence. 

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Ensure High-Tech Appliances Are Running Smoothly  

Moving is stressful enough. The last thing you need is a music system, lighting system, or Wi-Fi that doesn't work. To prevent technology headaches on top of unpacking, our team can inspect the technology in your home. We can quickly test the controls and devices to determine if everything is working properly, or if there are repairs or updates that will be necessary in the near future.

Test Security Cameras & Smart Locks 

If the previous homeowners or homebuilder installed security cameras, that’s a bonus that you’ll be grateful to have. But is the wiring safe? Can the system be accessed from your mobile device or tablet? We can test cameras and access control devices to ensure your surveillance setup is secure and running smoothly.

Clean & Update Technology 

All technology needs upkeep from time to time. If your new property’s components haven’t been cleaned or dusted in a while, it can lead to overheating and performance issues. We’ll also determine if firmware is outdated and can perform any necessary upgrades. Technology updates are crucial to protect against cyberattacks since older systems are more vulnerable to established hacking techniques. 

Prevent Overheating & Evaluate Equipment Rack 

If your new home includes a music system or home theater, we’ll inspect the equipment rack for proper cooling so that technology doesn’t overheat and malfunction. We will test each room of speakers and amplifiers to make sure everything is working and make recommendations on anything that needs attention.  If needed, we can organize the wiring to make it simpler to make changes and troubleshoot in the future. 

Home Technology Tutorial

A new system usually comes with a tutorial on how to use it, but that often isn't the case when purchasing an existing home.  We’ll demonstrate how to use all the features of your smart home and create automated actions. For instance, we can show you how to view your cameras remotely and set custom lighting scenes and schedules right from your smartphone.

Whether you’re a home buyer or real estate agent looking for an evaluation, Personal Technology is Southern California’s expert technology inspector. Contact our team here to get started on your smart technology inspection today. 

Whether you’re a home buyer or real estate agent looking for an evaluation, Personal Technology is Southern California’s expert technology inspector. Contact our team here to get started on your smart technology inspection today.