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Make Your Dream Smart Home Come to Life

WITH PERSONALIZED SMART HOME AUTOMATION, EFFORTLESS LIVING IS A SIMPLE BUTTON PRESS AWAY

Why Reference?

Experience - Expertise - Execution

We believe craftsmanship is not only a measure of skill but an attitude that should be cultivated in every project we undertake. Our passion to deliver high-performance, tailored solutions is motivated by our commitment to mastery from the day a project begins to our ongoing dedicated support—every time.

Service Areas

Davenport, IA | Cedar Rapids, IA | Iowa City, IA | Des Moines, IA | Rock Island, IL

We Focus on Earning and Keeping
the Trust You Place In Us

Trust is the cornerstone of any successful relationship, and we’re committed to earning yours by always delivering stellar installations and quality customer support. We work tirelessly on every project to show why we are the preferred technology professional for luxury homeowners and trade professionals.

Craftsmanship

We’re committed to excellence throughout every phase of every project.

Communication

We put your needs first by communicating with you during every step of the project.

Professional

We adhere to business codes of conduct and ethical standards with no exception.

24/7
Support

When the installation is complete, our clients enjoy many support package options.

Personalized Design

We tailor every system to complement the unique needs of our customers.

Modern Experience Center

Our private local showroom offers you the opportunity to experience firsthand the power of home technology.

Technology Solutions for Any Space

Invigorate your lifestyle with cutting-edge technology and control from the device of your choice.

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Automation

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Iowa City Branch is by Appointment Only
Serving Coralville/Cedar Rapids Corridor Area
1719 2nd Street
Coralville, Iowa 52241
(319) 354-7700

Davenport Quad Cities
Serving Iowa and Illinois
1120 East Kimberly Road
Davenport, Iowa 52807
(563) 386-7800

Des Moines
Serving Urbandale Area and Surrounding Cities
10850 Douglas Avenue
Urbandale, Iowa 50322
(515) 777-1267

Reference AVS is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 123 reviews from around the Web.

2022-02-23

I had a great experience buying speakers from Reference.

Michael L.

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2020-10-11

High praise for Reference Audio Video and Security. I am so pleased with my updated home AV system.

Shannon H.

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2018-08-23

We are extremely pleased with their professionalism and attention to details. I would highly recommend using Reference audio and Video.

mark J.

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2019-04-11

First of all I want to say how professional Brock and the team at Reference were. The Network was setup quickly and perfectly.

Daniel J.

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2019-05-10

Cody was very thorough with his analysis of our needs. The installation was completed and any issues that arose were promptly addressed.

Julie S.

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2020-06-27

The salesperson did a great job assessing our needs and providing alternative solutions. He also wore a mask whenever interacting with us.

Don T.

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2019-04-17

I was very pleased with both the service on the sales side (helping me understand my options) and the install side (making sure everything looked and functioned well).

Jay G.

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2021-11-02

Reference walked me through set up so everything is working optimally! Could not be happier with the product and support.

Don E.

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2018-12-08

He eliminated a rats nest of old wires and simplified the set-up. Highly recommended!!

Marie D.

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2018-12-08

Great company to work with! Very quick response times and excellent customer service!!

John F.

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2018-08-02

Outstanding products, people and service! The team at Reference surpassed our expectations at every phase of our home theatre project.

Marty C.

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2018-08-23

All of the employees are knowledgeable and friendly. The personal attention you receive is excellent.

Kim F.

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2019-05-05

Everything about this company is top notch - from the initial phone call to the detailed estimate to the follow up correspondence.

Suzanne F.

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2021-11-05

They did an outstanding reviewing what our needs were and designing a system that was highly functional! Quality professional work!!

David R.

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2018-04-26

The staff at Reference is very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.

Eric L.

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2020-12-01

As always Reference and their great staff came through again.

Bill S.

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2019-12-06

He promptly provided suggestions that met my needs and fit my budget. He answered all of my questions, thoroughly and patiently.

Bill

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2023-02-10

Most recently, Reference Audio’s security installation exceeded my expectations from the beginning to the end of the project.

Thomas S.

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2018-08-13

The service has always been outstanding. They are the best and continue to prove it every time.

Richard B.

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2019-10-09

I could not have had a better experience with Reference AV. Their expertise, creativity, technical acumen, and service were second to none.

Nicholas F.

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Your Dream Smart Home Come to Life

Make Your Dream Smart Home Come to Life

WITH PERSONALIZED SMART HOME AUTOMATION, EFFORTLESS LIVING IS A SIMPLE BUTTON PRESS AWAY

Why Reference?