Security is one of the top draws for smart home automation systems, giving homeowners unprecedented control of locks, sensors, cameras, and other smart technology that can help them make their property more secure. Automated technology opens up new opportunities for protecting your home when you’re away, and actively works as a deterrent for criminals that might be scoping out your house by storing footage in the cloud.

Read on to learn how an intelligent home security system can safeguard your Ponte Vedra Beach home.

When you think about adding a home theater system to your Jacksonville property, you probably think about the quality of your projector, or how immersive the audio sounds.

It makes sense: those are the most exciting aspects of enhancing your entertainment. After all, what’s the point of building a system that’s not going to offer you the very best picture and sound quality?

But while you may optimize your projector and screen combo for crisp 4K HDR presentation and configure your speaker channels for realistic sound reproduction – and even add acoustical treatments and custom seating to your space to enhance the experience – there’s one aspect of theater design that often goes overlooked.

What is your theater missing? How can you improve it dramatically? Find out here.

If you want your home theater project to go off without a hitch, you need to know much more than which 4K HD projector you want to view the new Star Wars movie on, or what big game you want to watch this Saturday. To create your dream home theater, you need to bring in the experts so that you can get the most out of your audio and video experience.

If you consider all the little details first, it will be much easier to have a seamless project and design your perfect home theater. So, if you’re thinking about updating your home theater in the St. Augustine, FL area, take a look at some of the ways you can elevate your home theater installation project.

You may be loyal to one brand of smart home system equipment, but is it hurting the seamlessness of your technology? You find a brand that works, and keep buying new products from that brand until they stop working. And even then, you might still stick with that same manufacturer because it’s so ingrained in your buying habits.

There’s a lot of value in exploring new manufacturers and creating a multi-layered smart home system that takes advantage of various brands and their unique technology to give you optimal performance. Keep reading to learn about the pros and cons of a multi-layered system for your Jacksonville home.

Every year brings a fresh crop of new smart home devices, and as more and more homeowners pursue automation upgrades, that selection gets bigger. Manufacturers are discovering ways to make speakers, TVs, cameras, lights, shades, and thermostats more intelligent, and it’s changed how people interact with their home environments.

From high-performance audio to home theater systems and security solutions, we’ve compiled a list of the four most exciting technologies that have debuted this year. Read on to learn how these devices can enhance your St. Augustine home.

Saint Augustine isn’t known for getting very cold in the latter half of the year, which means you can enjoy outdoor activities all year ‘round.

Still, there’s something special about spending an evening under the late-summer stars, watching your favorite movies with your favorite people.

An outdoor home theater is the perfect way to get the most out of your content. But to enjoy top-quality picture, you’ll need a robust video distribution system.

In this blog, we’ll show you how you can install a system that will offer flawless video playback every time. Just keep reading for more.

By now you’ve probably heard of Sonos. Founded in 2002 by a group of innovators with the goal of giving music lovers the opportunity to play their favorite tracks from anywhere in their home, Sonos has rapidly grown in recent years thanks to the simple user experience, attractive design, and high-quality performance of its wireless speaker system.

According to a 2017 CE Pro brand analysis report, Sonos is the top wireless music system for integrated homes by a huge margin, with 76% of the polled professionals listing Sonos as a go-to name for wireless audio compared to 17% for the closest competitor (HEOS by Denon). The Sonos satisfaction rate has given it incredible word of mouth, and people are asking for it by name when they add wireless multi-room audio to their St. Augustine homes.

Read on to learn why Sonos is one of our trusted partners for wireless audio systems.

One of the best things about flat-screen TVs is that they can be mounted on the wall to open valuable floor space. Whether it's in a living room, bedroom, or dedicated home theater, TV mounting gives you high-performance video without affecting your floor plan, but there are some things you should know before attempting a TV mounting project on your own.

Read on to learn what you should be prepared for when you decide to mount a TV in your Ponte Vedra Beach home.

When it comes to video in your St. Augustine property’s Sony home theater system, 4K is the way to go. In fact, if you haven’t made the upgrade to 4K by now, you’re behind the times.

Most of the televisions and projectors on the market today are 4K, but even still, there’s a difference between “4K projector” and “amazingly crisp, stunning visuals, truly extraordinary 4K Ultra HD.” And if you’re given a choice between those two options, it makes sense to go with the latter.

So how do you go beyond basic 4K and get the best visuals possible in your home theater system? Keep reading to find out.

Whether for a living room, media room, or dedicated home theater, there’s no denying that a quality surround sound system can make a huge difference in your movie-watching experience. The trick is finding the right system for your Jacksonville, Florida area home.

Below, we run through the basics of what surround sound is and what the different setups can look like.

Buying a new home in the Jacksonville, Florida area is incredibly exciting, but there’s definitely a lot to consider. What paint color do you want in each room? What type of security system should you install? What style of countertops will look best in the kitchen? And so on. With so many decisions on the table, it’s easy to miss out on things that, looking back, would have been best to tackle during move-in.

One of the most overlooked items is a home networking installation. It’s not a decision that is as creative and fun as choosing backsplash, but it can have a big impact on your enjoyment of your new home. Time and time again, when we have the conversation about the benefits of a professional network installation, our clients will say “I wish I had done this right when I first moved in.”

Want to bring the luxury of the cinema experience to your home? Personal theaters are capable of delivering a high quality movie-watching experience that you can enjoy without leaving your home. Home theater systems can look different in every home depending on the homeowners’ preferences and the space’s layout.

In fact, theaters are so customizable that we’ve dedicated a blog to go over the different features you can incorporate into your Ponte Vedra Beach, FL home cinema setup.

In this blog, we look at what a home theater system is capable of delivering and how smart technology enhances the film-watching experience.

There are many alarm systems available for your property, so where do you start in determining the right one? Deciding on a home security system is an important process, but it doesn’t have to be a difficult one. Considering your preferences, needs, and safety or security concerns for your Florida property will help you determine the best brand partner and settings for you.

In this blog, we will look at the importance of having a customizable system to secure your home.

Summer is the perfect time to start planning your home surveillance and security setup or look at upgrades if you already have one. Think about it: you may have summer vacations planned when you’ll be away from the house for a long period of time and still want to keep an eye on it. Or, get a head start on securing your St. Augustine home for the holidays when break-ins statistically rise.

In this blog, we will look at the various ways in which home security cameras can be utilized to their full potential to not only protect your home but also give you peace of mind wherever you are at any given time. Moreover, we’ll discuss one particular brand partner of ours that we recommend.

Does this situation sound familiar? You love watching movies and getting the full theater experience, but don’t necessarily want to go out to the theater every time. With a home theater system, you can bring the cinema experience to your Ponte Vedra Beach, FL home and watch your favorites from the comfort of your own home.

In this blog, we will look at what exactly you need to consider when setting up the design for your home theater system.