Smart homes used to be only science fiction, but now they have become more common in real life. More devices than ever are connected to the internet, and a home automation system makes it easy to access and manage all aspects of your home.

Control4 is one of the most renowned home automation brands because of its ability to integrate with thousands of popular third-party devices seamlessly. In addition, homeowners can customize their system from the intuitive OS 3 interface with just a few swipes. Best of all, controlling your smart technology has never been easier.Keep reading to learn five ways to manage your Control4 smart home control system in Lake Elmo, MN.

Many homeowners underestimate the value of a climate control system in their Minneapolis, MN, living space. What might seem like an additional perk can actually be the difference between a comfy home this winter and one that has you constantly hiding under the covers!

But not to worry – a smart climate system doesn’t have to disrupt your interior design and décor in any way. With sleek and stylish wall touch panels, recessed temperature sensors, and centralized control, you can maintain your property’s precise temperature without any hassle or an obtrusive setup.

Want to learn more? Keep reading below.

Your family and home’s safety is your number one priority – that’s why a smart security system is a must-have for your property. But did you know your security solutions could benefit you in a variety of other ways?

You don’t just have to utilize your Eden Prairie, MN home security camera system to see any potential intruders – you can optimize it for many more uses. Want to learn more? Keep reading on below.

No one wants a cookie-cutter house; different families have different needs and preferences, and what works in one home may not be the right choice for another home. The same is true of home automation systems: You may be looking for someone to install a custom home theater or whole-home audio system, while your neighbors may be more interested in outdoor audio or lighting control.

Furthermore, different homes pose different challenges in terms of installation, wiring and integration. A one-size-fits-all approach to designing a smart home is not going to give you an optimal result. By personalizing your smart home, though, you can create a system that’s better suited to your needs and preferences, and it will likely work better, too.

That’s why we want to talk to you about all the ways you can personalize your Minneapolis, MN, smart home. Want to know more? Keep reading.

The home of your dreams would be something that speaks to you – the architecture and layout that projects your sense of what a home should be, and interior design and furnishings that fit with your life and sense of style.

Perhaps your dream home also would employ the latest technology to let you enjoy it to the fullest.  You could press a button to start your favorite music playing all through your house.  Use your voice to set your lights to the perfect settings when you come home from work. See who is ringing your doorbell, right from the smartphone in your hand.

These things are not the stuff of dreams anymore; it is something you too can have for your Minneapolis home with a Control4 system.

You can even check out a Control4 system in action at the 2018 Artisan Home Tour all through June. You can buy tickets to the tour at Holiday station stores or Bachman's.

Lelch Audio Video is featuring Control4 automation in homes 7 and 8 that includes whole home audio, security, video distribution, lighting control, and much more. 

A central vacuum makes it that much easier to keep your Minnetonka, MN living space tidy and spotless. But what about when your home needs a system that uniquely fits it?

There is no longer just the “one-size-fits-all” option. You can customize your central vacuum to your exact home and rooms’ needs.  Read on to learn about a smart tech that’s perfect for any space, with special features that can make every day cleaning a breeze.

From designers to architects, experts have always praised light as one of the principal elements of interior design. Frank Lloyd Wright once said that “light is the beautifier of the building.” With smart lighting control systems, it’s become easier than ever to manipulate light to accomplish your favorite style. From setting moods to affecting wall colors, lights can play a huge impact in your interior design. In this blog, we explain some ways you can use smart lighting to embrace the top design trends of 2017 in your Minnetonka, MN home.