Enhance Daily Experiences with This Industry-Leading Automation Brand

Imagine walking into your home, and with a single touch or a voice command, the lights dim to a cozy glow, your favorite music playlist starts playing, and the thermostat adjusts to the perfect temperature.

This isn't a scene from a futuristic movie, though. With a Control4 home automation system designed and installed by Reference Audio Video & Security, it’s your reality! Living in a smart home powered by Control4 brings incredible convenience to even the busiest Iowa homeowners in Davenport, Des Moines, or beyond.  

Control4 is the ultimate addition to any residence, transforming your house into a truly intelligent living experience. Your home powerfully yet seamlessly integrates lighting, entertainment, security systems, and so much more. Keep reading to explore what life could be like with this innovative smart home platform interweaving your connected devices. 

Discover a Compelling Alternative to DIY Solutions and Too Many Apps

As technology continues to transform the modern home, the concept of a smart home has become increasingly popular. While DIY solutions from big box retailers might seem appealing at first glance, the truth is that they often fall short in terms of functionality, integration, and convenience. 

That's where Control4 smart home control comes in. In this blog, we’ll delve into why our clients in Cedar Rapids, IA, and beyond enjoy their Control4 smart home system, and we’ll cover why a comprehensive design and installation by a professional team like Reference Audio Video & Security is a superior choice.

Make the Most of Colder Days Through Smart Technology

The sun is setting earlier, there’s a chill in the air, and soon our trees will be bare here in Des Moines, IA. As we head into winter, many homeowners are looking for inventive ways to make life a little easier. If you’re hoping to add comfort and cheer to your winter, and if you’re curious about smart home technology, consider a Crestron Home installation.

What is Crestron Home? It’s a home automation system that intuitively connects all your technologies, from lighting to security cameras, all controlled from one interface. With winter-ready settings programmed into your Crestron Home system, you may not even be tempted to book a flight down south!

Read on to discover the possibilities this winter with a Crestron smart home.

How Custom Roller Shades Combine Style & Smart Technology

You might not think much of roller shades, but they’ve come a long way in history! Decorative cloth and paper roller shades first appeared in 17th-century Holland, but it wasn’t until 1858 that a New York factory would begin mass-producing window shades.   

Window blinds stayed relatively the same for more than a century until the 1980s, with the new concept of a “smart house.” Today, brands like Hunter Douglas and PowerShades produce sleek and stylish custom roller shades you can automate in one tap of a button with systems like Control4 and Crestron.  

Our clients in Davenport, IA, love the convenience that smart blinds provide. Upgrading to motorized blinds is like going from hand-washing dishes to owning a dishwasher. Once you experience the difference, you’ll never go back to regular blinds.  

But you may be wondering, “Are motorized shades really necessary?” We share below seven helpful ways smart shades will enhance your daily routine.