Get Started on the Road to Outdoor Entertainment

Whether you want to upgrade existing outdoor entertainment areas or design some from scratch now is the perfect time. You want to get started before the warm weather hits so you are ready to take full advantage once it arrives! We'll help you elevate your backyard and patio areas with high-end audio and video features that will transform your summer get-togethers or parties. 

In this blog, we’ll dive into the various screens and speakers meant for outside spaces, and how you can create a unique outdoor entertainment space that delights and welcomes guests to your Urbandale, IA home.

Want to find out more? Just keep reading below!

Protect Your Property with the Help of Your Davenport Neighbors

Home security is essential. A property without a security system is up to 300 percent more likely to suffer a break-in, theft, or burglary. That’s a pretty alarming number. Invest in a security and surveillance company who you can trust to protect your family, friends, and valuables. 

Of course, you may recognize the names of some big brands you’ve seen on TV. But if you want a company that can offer personalized service, knows your neighborhood, and can respond quickly in an emergency, work with Reference AVS, a local professional. Here, we’ll break down three smart reasons to check out your neighborhood security dealer.

Optimize The Audio Video In Your Bettendorf, IA Home Theater

If you’re passionate about movies, you want your home theater to deliver the best performance for both video and audio. In this blog, we look at how you can give your Bettendorf, IA home theater a facelift with new 4K Ultra HD-optimized receivers that offer streaming and voice control components as well as subwoofers that enrich your audio experience. Keep reading to find out how these home audio video upgrades can take your entertainment to the next level. 

Make Your Iowa City, IA Home More Convenient With Home Automation

You have a busy lifestyle, and any way that you can simplify your daily routine is beneficial to your overall stress levels. Home automation has become increasingly popular over the last few years as people discover the benefits of using smart technology to streamline their households . As more and more smart devices become available for residential markets, Iowa City, IA homeowners are looking for ways to control these components without having to juggle multiple remotes or smartphone apps.

Our brand partner, Control4, is an industry leader when it comes to smart home automation systems, uniting different technologies together in a streamlined interface that is tailor-made to meet the demands of the end users. In this blog, we look at how Control4 home automation can enhance your Iowa City, IA home and help make your days a little easier.

Reward Yourself This Holiday Season with These Features and Products

Sound quality is the most important aspect when listening to music or watching a movie. Immersive home audio can completely transform your mood and help you escape form everyday life.

Knowing the right tools to get high-quality audio in every corner of your Davenport, IA house is the first step. Each item or feature that we highlight in this blog makes it easier to enjoy your favorite media just the way it was meant to be heard. This Holiday receive FREE basic setup (table top) set up with your purchase. PLUS receive 10% off additional combined purchases. See store for more details.

Find Out Why Sony and Samsung Stand Out from the Rest

Do you know the best way to treat yourself this holiday season? Liven up your home entertainment with the best televisions on the market. Enjoy pristine details, excellent contrast, and the highest range of color available with the latest 4K Ultra HD lines from Samsung and Sony. In this blog, we’ll help you find out which is the best option the home theater installation in your Davenport, IA home.

This holiday season we’re offering our clients a FREE 5-year extended warranty, FREE delivery, and FREE basic (table top) set up on these models. You also get 10% off any additional combined purchases (excluding labor, TVs, and custom categories). Reach out to our store for more information on our promotions or the great TVs outlined below.

Safeguard Your Iowa City Home with A Smart Security System

We might only be a month into the fall, but winter is quickly approaching, which means holiday break for you and your family. Parents get some time away from work, kids are out of school, and warmer climates call to provide an escape from Iowa City’s frigid winter.

You don't want to spend your vacation worrying about the safety of your home. A smart security system can help you fully relax by letting you check in on your property at any time. And if there’s any sort of emergency while you’re away, you have an automated system in place that protects your home and immediately lets you know about potential threats.

Keep reading to learn about some of the ways a smart security system can guard your Iowa City home so you can have peace of mind during your vacation.

Learn Why You Want Experts Upgrading Your Scott County Home

Smart home control systems are rapidly becoming a standard feature for high-end homes, allowing residents to adjust and monitor all their smart technology from a single central interface. Control4 is a leading name in automated technology integration, giving homeowners a reliable, comprehensive, easy-to-use system customized to the needs of their family and their space.

As a certified Control4 dealer, Reverence AVS has been designing, wiring, and programming Control4 systems for homeowners and businesses throughout Scott County for years. We pride ourselves on our smooth, detail-oriented Control4 installation process, and our latest blog breaks down why you want professionals to handle your smart home upgrade.

Create the Perfect Ambiance for Your Scott County Home

Smart home automation gives you one-touch control of all the smart devices in your home, and that connectivity introduces new opportunities to alter the atmosphere of your space depending on the occasion. A Control4 system allows you to set specific scenes, and with the push of a button, your smart home simultaneously adjusts your lighting, motorized window treatments, climate control, HVAC, and whole-house audio and video.

With a Control4 installation from Reference Audio Video & Security, you have professionals handling all the wiring and programming, ensuring that your automated systems work together seamlessly so you can take full advantage of the scenes feature. Read on to find out how you can shape the ambiance of your Scott County home like never before with Control4 home automation.

Learn How Reference AVS Can Fortify the Network of Your Home

Technology has accelerated the speed of modern living. Music, movies, and TV shows should play immediately when you access a streaming service. International video chats should function without any lag. Websites should load within seconds, whether they're accessed from a computer, smartphone, or tablet. There are a lot of expectations for technology, and you need a powerful home network to make sure everything is running smoothly.

A wired or wireless network is the central nervous system for all communication between your electronics, smart appliances, and the Internet, and your network must be designed for today’s uses while being able to handle new technology in the future. Read on to find out about common network issues, and how Reference Audio Video & Security can improve your lifestyle with a fortified network for your Iowa City home.

Increase the Energy Efficiency of Your Des Moines Smart Home

Summertime in Des Moines can be sweltering, and running the air conditioning all day long is a significant expense that will only get bigger if your home isn't designed for maximum energy efficiency. QMotion shades are a highly effective automated solution, providing a wide array of customizable options so that you can find the right product for your specific needs.

QMotion offers window treatments that help maintain a cool temperature in rooms exposed to direct sunlight, but that isn’t the only benefit of using their motorized shades and drapery rods. Read on to learn the different ways a QMotion shade system can enhance your Des Moines smart home and make for a more comfortable summertime experience.

Here’s How Control4 Smart Security Can Keep Your Family Safe

At Reference AVS, we uniquely understand the need for home security systems.

You not only need to keep your property secure. You need to keep your family safe from any potential threat.

That’s why we proudly use Control4 technology during our custom home security installations in Scott County and throughout the entire state of Iowa.

In this post, we explore how a Control4 security system can keep your family safe, 24/7 and 365 days per year.

Here’s What You Need to Know About the Ultimate Outdoor Television

At Reference Audio Video & Security, our team has partnered with some of the best brands to deliver outdoor entertainment solutions to homeowners throughout the Midwest.

One of those brands we are proud to partner with is Seura, the leading manufacturer of dedicated outdoor televisions.

If you are looking to upgrade your Des Moines-area backyard with outdoor audio video this summer, we give our strongest recommendation to Seura’s Storm Ultra Bright series of televisions.

What can you expect from Storm Ultra Bright televisions, and how can you add one to your property’s outdoor living spaces just in time for the summer? Keep reading below to find out.

Explore the Wonders of Owning an Integrated Control4 System

Imagine this scenario: You and your family are heading back home after a long weekend day away from the house.

As you pull into your driveway, your security system instantly deactivates, pathway lights turn on, leading you from your car to your front door (which simultaneously unlocks), and lights turn on inside to welcome you home.

This isn’t some scene we can only expect in the future. You can feature this technology throughout your property right now.

In this post, we share how Control4 home automation can transform day-to-day tasks throughout your property in the Des Moines area.

Build an Outdoor Entertainment System Featuring Sonance Speakers

Imagine lounging by your pool or hosting a party outdoors as music plays from speakers throughout your backyard.

Best of all, you can control these speakers and the music you want to play directly from your smartphone or tablet.

This doesn’t have to be only a dream. You can make this a reality, just in time for this summer.

We at Reference Audio Video proudly work with homeowners in the Iowa City area to deliver custom outdoor entertainment system solutions for their properties.

In this post, we explore one of the best potential additions to your backyard: the Sonance Landscape Series of outdoor speakers.

Automating Your Workplace Isn’t Just for Adding Convenience

When it comes to adding automation technology to your workplace, what should you expect?

Of course, an automated workspace means you and your team will be able to perform tasks more efficiently as you enjoy connected technology.

But there’s another significant benefit of adding commercial automation to your Urbandale, Iowa office: energy-saving opportunities.

Yes, automation actually can reduce your business’ energy footprint. We explain how below.

What You Need to Achieve the Home Cinema of Your Dreams

On this blog, we previously have shared many of the must-have technologies for your home theater system.

We have featured Dolby Atmos; theater automation; lighting control and much more.

Here’s one thing we haven’t yet discussed, though: How can you achieve all of this, right in the comfort of your own home?

If you want the perfect home theater installation for your home in Des Moines or elsewhere in Iowa, there’s one essential factor to consider.

Want to find out more? Just keep reading.

What You Need to Know About Home Audio Video Distribution

If you have a large home in Des Moines, IA, you probably have multiple TVs and speakers throughout so you can enjoy your favorite movies and music in any room.

You may even have a home audio video distribution system, so you can enjoy everything with centralized controls.

But did you know you may not be receiving optimal signal in every area of your home?

If you think you’re not receiving true 4K or lossless audio in every room, this is the blog for you.

In it, we’ll explore why you may be lacking the right signal and how you can fix it.

Protect Your Des Moines, IA Home Thoroughly With Integrated Locks

Whether you’re leaving the house for an hour or you are going away on vacation, you probably lock your doors.

But the traditional key and lock combination has its drawbacks.

If you’re still using analog locks as part of your home security system, you could be missing out on a lot of the benefits integrated smart locks have to offer.

In this blog, we’ll explore some of those benefits, and how you can get the most out of your security system.

Want to learn more? Just keep reading.

Is This Easy-to-Fix Issue Impacting Your Home Theater Installation?

Lights, camera, action! It’s time to start enjoying your favorite movies and shows in a custom home theater installation.

But if you’re like many Cedar Rapids, IA homeowners, you may not be getting the optimal experience.

And it’s often because of a simple, easy-to-fix problem that can quickly go overlooked.

What’s keeping your theater from looking its best? This blog will show you.

If you’re interested in learning about one of the most common problems facing home theater owners – and how to fix it – all you have to do is keep reading.