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Platform selection
Crestron, Control4 or Savant recommended for the property and budget.
Service
One app, one remote, the whole house.
Lighting, shades, climate, audio, video and cameras brought together in one simple interface. Yosemite Tech designs, installs and programs control systems on Crestron, Control4 and Savant.
Overview
Every connected device in a house ships with its own app. Home automation pulls them together so the household uses one interface, and the house responds to scenes, schedules and voice.
The right platform depends on the size of the property, the budget and how the household wants to use it. We recommend one based on the project rather than defaulting to a single brand, and we program it around how you actually live.
What is included
Home Automation and Control, start to finish
Every project is scoped to the property. These are the pieces we usually cover.
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Lighting and shades
Scenes and schedules across every room.
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Climate
Thermostats and zones controlled with the rest of the house.
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Audio and video
Music and TV in every room from the same app.
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Cameras and access
Cameras, door stations and gates viewable in one place.
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Voice control
Private, natural voice control with Josh.ai.
Platforms we work with
- Crestron
- Control4
- Savant
- Josh.ai
- URC
- Lutron
Process
How a project runs
Clear scope, clean install, documented handover.
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Survey
A conversation and a site visit. How the property is used, what exists and what the schedule looks like.
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Design
A written proposal with equipment, locations and pricing, coordinated with your builder and trades.
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Install
Rough-in, mounting, programming and testing, done cleanly and documented.
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Handover and support
A walkthrough, documentation and ongoing support after the job is done.
FAQ
Common questions
What is the best home automation system?
There is no single best. Crestron suits large, custom projects; Control4 covers a wide range of homes and budgets; Savant is known for its app and Apple-friendly design. We recommend one after understanding the project.
Is home automation worth it in a smaller home?
It can be, especially for lighting, audio and TV control. Scope can be kept small and expanded later.
Can different brands work together?
Yes. Control platforms are built to tie together equipment from many manufacturers, including Lutron, Sonos and most major TV and security brands.
What happens if the system needs changes later?
Programming can be updated remotely or on site as the household's needs change. We support what we install.
Keep reading
Related
More on how we design, install and support home technology.
Crestron Installation
Yosemite Tech designs, installs, programs and supports Crestron systems for homes and properties on the West Coast, and takes over existing Crestron installs.
Learn moreControl4 Installation
Yosemite Tech designs, installs, programs and supports Control4 systems, from a single media room to a whole house, and takes over existing Control4 installs.
Learn moreSavant Installation
Yosemite Tech designs, installs, programs and supports Savant systems for homes on the West Coast, and takes over existing Savant installs.
Learn moreLighting Control and Motorized Shades
Scenes, keypads and schedules that replace banks of switches. Yosemite Tech installs and programs lighting control and motorized shades on Lutron, Crestron and Somfy.
Learn moreStart a project
Tell us about the property.
Location, rough scope and timeline is plenty to start.