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How Outdoor Lighting Can Improve Home Security With Style

Tackling an outdoor lighting project can be intimidating. From what kind of lights to buy, to what features to highlight, to where everything should go – there’s a lot to consider! If you’re not sure where to start with your outdoor lighting project, we’ve got you covered. In our Outdoor Lighting Design Guide, we’ll go

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Have You Considered Invisible Speakers?

If you ask an interior decorator about loudspeakers, they will tell you a speaker should be heard and not seen. What if we told you your home could be filled with music and the speakers could be completely invisible? Not only that – but it would actually still sound great! Well, put your wands away

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Benefits of a Home Theater System

With the rise of streaming, it’s easy enough to watch almost anything from any device at any time. While there’s definitely convenience in lounging in bed on a tablet, nothing beats the benefits provided by a home theater. With affordable technology and creative designs, it’s easier than ever to build a custom viewing experience inside

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Voice-Activated Lighting – How it Works & How to Get It!

We’ve come a long way since the clapper! Today, spoken commands can control any number of household and office appliances, saving you the trouble of turning on the lights or even reaching for a remote. Many home lighting brands have incorporated voice-activated lighting control into their products, you have more options than ever to automate

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Curious about the impact of unique landscape lighting on your home?

Don’t let your hard work in landscaping go unnoticed when night falls. Illuminating your outdoor space is an artistic endeavor just like designing it, especially if you want it to stand out from the rest. Check out our blog for valuable insights on creating a distinctive landscape lighting system. Unique landscape lighting requires planning and

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Is Your Business Prepared for the 2023 Hurricane Season?

Does your business have a security plan in the event of a natural disaster like a Hurricane? NOAA predicts a near-normal 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, but the best time to make an emergency plan is before you need it. There are a few preventative measures you should be thinking about when preparing for hurricane season.

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How to Automate the Lights in Your Home

The advancement of technology has made our lives more comfortable and convenient, including automating our homes’ lighting. Automating your home’s lighting means controlling your lights’ on and off times, dimming levels, and color temperatures using your smartphone or voice commands. This can save you energy and money, enhance your home’s security, and create a more

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Why We Use Mesh Networks for Home Automation

Nearly everything in your home can be controlled through automation, and mesh networks provide added security and reliability to your system. So much goes on behind the scenes with automated home systems, and it can take special consideration to make sure everything runs smoothly. After all, how awful would it be if your home security system

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Wall-to-Wall Wifi for Home Automation

Have you ever had to struggle with faulty wifi?  We’ve all had that one room that always seems to have a spotty signal. Or maybe that one system that seems to go in and out of service. It can be frustrating to feel like your need to be tethered to a router to get a

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How to Fix Common Home Theater Problems

There are few better ways to enjoy premium entertainment than from the comforts of your very own home theater system. When done right, they’re known for high-quality sound, immersive experiences, and stunning visuals. However, like any other technology system, they can face some issues from time to time. Here are the steps your take when

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