Livewire News Archives

Why Doesn’t Livewire Offer Free Estimates?

Free estimates are a staple of the home services world. Why don’t Livewire estimates just go with the flow? Great question! We’ve been around since 2002 and learned mostly through making mistakes. One of these early gaffs saw us jumping at every opportunity, but we’ve since learned that our process isn’t for everyone. Livewire is […]

Livewire promotes Zack Reichert

A Pivotal New Position Meet Zack Reichert, the new Director of Sales & Business Development at Livewire. This pivotal new position will lead the Sales, Project Management, and Design Engineering teams to streamline operations and drive growth. The role is designed to help foster company-wide collaboration and innovation with the ultimate goal of delivering […]

Livewire’s Technician Training Center Makes an Impact

Livewire has been long synonymous with high-end technology installations, but that’s no coincidence. You don’t get to where we are today without significant investment in technician training, and that’s no more evident than within the Livewire Training Center. The Training Center offers Livewire technicians the opportunity to hone their craft and practice with […]

What Will Smart Homes Look Like In 5 Years?

In 5 years, smart homes are expected to have even more advanced technology, offering increased convenience, comfort, and security. Some potential advancements for smart homes in 5 years include: Increased AI Integration Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play an even bigger role in smart homes, allowing for more personalized and intuitive experiences. AI technology will be […]

Meet Stacy Hicks, Livewire COO

Meet Stacy Hicks, the Chief Operating Officer at Livewire. Over the past eight years, Stacy’s deep operational leadership and experience have been a driving force in scaling our company’s growth. “Stacy Hicks has proved herself indispensable and we’re so fortunate to have her aboard,” said Henry Clifford, Livewire’s CEO. “I’m looking forward to working with […]

Control4 vs. Savant: A Home Automation Showdown

Smart homes are becoming increasingly popular, and with so many options out there, it can be difficult to decide which home automation system is best for you. Two of the most popular systems are Control4 and Savant. Both of these systems have a lot to offer, but it’s important to understand the differences between them […]

HDCP 2.2 Copy Protection and 4K Ultra HD TV

If you’re in the market for a 4K Ultra High Definition TV, you may have run across references to “HDCP 2.2.” Devices that support HDCP 2.2 are more likely to be compatible with current and future 4K content, so it’s worth taking a few minutes to understand it. HDCP stands for High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection, […]

Livewire Gives Back to the Richmond Community

This year represented a huge milestone for Livewire, as we reached two decades of business in Richmond. To celebrate our 20th year in operation, we decided to give back to the community we’re so proud to be a part of. Throughout 2022, Livewire donated over $5,000 across six local non-profits. Some organizations we’ve had long-standing […]

Livewire Named a 2022 Snap One Outstanding Partner

There were a number of amazing takeaways from the 2022 CEDIA Expo in Dallas, but there was one exciting announcement that hit very close to home. Livewire was named a 2022 Snap One Outstanding Partner by the technology company. The Snap One Outstanding Partner Award is based on more than just business volume. The recognition […]

Livewire Continues 20th Anniversary Celebration

Livewire continued its 20th-anniversary celebration with donations to the McDonald’s Mid-Atlantic Clay Court Championship and the SEAL Veterans Foundation. As Livewire celebrates its 20th year in operation, the technology integrator continues to give back to a number of Virginia charities. The most recent efforts include a pair of donations to the McDonald’s Mid-Atlantic Clay Court […]