Proactive Home Security Protects Your Property While You Explore the Town

As the winter chill brings a refreshing change to the landscape in Lakeway, TX, and the Austin metro area, it's the perfect time to step out and enjoy what our vibrant city has to offer. The cooler weather means fewer crowds and an opportunity to experience Austin in a unique way. Whether dining downtown, hiking local trails, or enjoying an open-air movie, our advanced home security solutions keep your property safe, allowing you to relax and explore with peace of mind. Check out some of our recommendations for fun winter activities around town. 

Ease the Transition Away from Summer Fun to a Productive School Year

Back-to-school season is here, and we understand the challenges that come with transitioning back into daily routines. We have a solution that can ease the switch from non-stop summer barbecues and pool parties into an A-plus academic semester, making this period smoother and more organized for you and your entire family. 

Control4 smart home automation is here to elevate your lifestyle, creating a more efficient and seamless home environment in Lakeway, TX, from sunup to sun down. Let's explore how this leading automation and total home control technology elevates daily routines for the upcoming school year.

If you’ve read up on smart home technology, you may have come across conflicting suggestions and advice. Many people recommend a DIY approach with smart devices like the Nest thermostat, Ring video doorbell, and Phillips Hue lightbulbs. But most technology experts, including ourselves, consider these approaches to home automation weaker than a system like Control4’s OS 3. But why?

As a Control4 dealer in Austin, TX, we’ll shed some light on what makes Control4 many steps ahead of off-the-shelf gadgets. Continue reading to see how a smart home system will enhance your daily life.

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One Press of a Button

As more household objects become smart—from coffee pots to lighting fixtures— you’ll spot more smart gadgets in stores like Best Buy. You can bring home a smart speaker or a Ring doorbell and quickly plug-and-play. But the thrill of your new devices fades when you have to juggle different apps for every subsystem in your home. You won’t have an integrated home, but rather a disjointed experience that’s mildly inconvenient for you and completely inaccessible to visitors.