Tag: audio and video installation

Surprising Savings of Home Automation: Time Saved, Stress Lowered, Life Upgraded

Most people chase energy bills and rebates when they think “savings.” Livewire’s Henry Clifford flips the script: “If you believe that time is the most valuable thing of all… that’s really where I see us saving people… automating routines… not walking around the house to turn off lights… sleeping better because of better light.” Time […]

Choosing the Right Smart Home System

Most people ask, “How much does home automation cost?” Livewire’s Henry Clifford tackles it head on: “That question is sort of like asking, well, how much does a car cost… a Ford Festiva is, I don’t know, 10 bucks, and a Ferrari is a million dollars. So they’re both cars.” From there, Henry explains how […]

Understanding Home Automation Needs: Why “Tell Us About Your Pain” Comes Before Picking Tech

When most people start exploring smart home technology, they lead with the wrong question: “Which system should I choose….  Alexa, Google, Home Assistant, or Apple?” That’s like walking onto a car lot and asking, “Which color should I get?” before knowing whether you need a pickup or a minivan. As Livewire’s Henry Clifford puts it: […]

A Hands-On Review of the FutureCare HomeKit

I’ve always loved the side of home technology which caters to the “need” vs. “want” customers. It feels good to help someone live independently or deliver peace of mind. Some of the best moments in my career revolve around watching paralyzed veterans type an email with nothing but the movement of their eyes or enabling […]

Reviewing the Juke+ 6-Zone Streaming Amplifier

Multiroom audio is an interesting category. While it may seem as though most Americans are perfectly happy placing their iPhones inside a bowl for optimum sound performance, thankfully there still appear to be plenty of folks who crave a little “extra cheese on their Whopper,” as Chris Rock would say. Couple that desire with 25 […]

How do I know which HDMI cable to buy?

At Livewire, we’ve assisted hundredes families in Richmond and Central Virginia with cutting-edge audio-video and smart technology solutions. Our expertise ranges from crafting custom home theater projects to establishing comprehensive A/V systems for both homes and businesses. In the realm of A/V, a frequently asked question from our clients is, “How do I know which […]

What is The Best Home Theater For My Ultimate Football Party?

Hey there, football season is in full swing, and you know what that means – game time! If you’re a die-hard football fan, you’re probably on the hunt for the best way to catch all the action. You want to feel like you’re right there in the stadium, soaking up every detail with crisp picture […]

Tailor Your Home Theater for the Ultimate Football Experience

The tailgates are rocking and the shoulder pads are knocking! Football season is a special time of year where every weekend (and most Thursdays) we crowd around our televisions and cheer our teams to victory for nearly four hours straight. No matter where you plant your fandom flag we can all agree: the game deserves […]