When to Add Smart Technology to Home Builds & Remodels

If you’re building a new home or undergoing a remodel, now is the perfect time to incorporate smart home technology and audio-video solutions. Construction offers a blank slate to add exciting new features like in-ceiling speakers, TV lifts, automated lighting, and a security system connected across your property.

But when should you start with a smart home design, and how does that fit into your overall project? We’ll answer that question in this blog, then share how a smart home company can elevate your new La Cañada Flintridge, CA home.

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The Best Time to Think About Smart Technology & AV

Many people think that after construction is finished, that’s when it’s time to get started with a control system or plan for centralized lighting.

But in our opinion, after construction is much too late! It’s best to work on your smart home in the planning phase before any walls are finished over.

That way, we can work with your home builder and other contractors to properly design where cabling and devices should go. Wired smart homes run much more reliably than wireless, and if you miss the chance to install wires within the walls, you might need to rely on only wireless solutions. This is fine for smaller homes, but we recommend wired connections in expansive, luxury houses.

So, before any construction has started, make sure to bring in a trusted smart home integrator to design a personalized system.

 

Partnering with a Smart Home Company

What does a smart home installer do? We implement wiring and centralized controllers to automate features like smart lighting, home security, multi-room audio, thermostats, HVAC, and much more.

Plus, we program customized scenes and wall keypads set to your specific preferences. For instance, a “Good Morning” button in the bedroom will raise all of your window shades, set your lights to a bright daytime hue, and shift the thermostat to a comfortable temperature.

True home automation requires a sophisticated system that allows technology to respond to each other automatically. You want your smart home to work every time you need it, not once in a while. And your smart home should be so easy to use that even guests will understand.    

This is all possible with a professionally installed smart home. Whether you’re using an app on your phone, handheld remote, or wall control panel, all of your smart features will be synced to one interface.

Smart Home Design in Southern California

Are you interested in bringing comfort and convenience to daily life? We’re an HTA certified smart home integrator serving La Cañada Flintridge and the greater Los Angeles area.

Contact us here to get started on your new home project today!