Top 3 Benefits of a Whole House Audio/Video System



Enjoy Premium Audiovisuals in Your Lafayette, LA Home
Just 20 years ago, all we had was cable TV – and there weren’t over 500 channels. Now we have streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, digital movie servers and rental platforms, and more. The music world has also expanded and evolved; you don’t have to buy CDs anymore to hear the newest songs. You can stream them using free platforms like Spotify and Pandora, or subscribe to hi-fi music platforms such as Tidal and Deezer. With so many sources of audio and video content, how do you stay organized? That’s where our team comes in. Acadian Home Theater & Automation can help you organize all of those sources in your Lafayette, Louisiana home, keep messy cords hidden, and streamline your controls into one easy-to-use solution. Keep reading to discover the benefits of a whole house audio/video system.



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1. Maintain the Beauty of Your Home

If you have TVs in every room of your home, the entertainment stations are bound to get messy. Blu-ray players, soundbars, video game consoles and more clutter up the room and can be an eyesore. To create a beautiful interior design, you need a professional to intricately hide all of the equipment. We can install the speakers in the walls and ceilings, even make them completely invisible; encase the TV in a piece of stylish furniture or install a motorized lift in the ceiling; and keep all of the additional equipment in a closet. With our expert wiring and programming, we can place all of the hardware in a hidden location, and then all you need is a tablet, touch pad or phone to change the channels.

2. Simplify Your Controls

Smart home automation is all about uniting different technologies so that you can easily control them with one solution. We have smart remotes that can not only access all of your sources and channels, but can control the lights, shades, and even the intercom system. Or, you can simply place a tablet on the coffee table and open an app to set your scene for a movie or video game session.

With a whole house music system, you can unite all of your music – including your iTunes, personal CD collections, and Internet sources – then easily play any song you want. Beautiful album cover art displays as the song plays. You can create playlists and then marry them with other actions, like dimming the lights, to create scenes. Choose a name, like, “Sunday Funday” and then recall the same playlist whenever you like. You’ll never get frustrated trying to figure out the remote; even grandma can use it. Our control systems are intuitive and simple to navigate. So you can throw away all those remotes and just use one simple control device.

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How to Protect Your New Orleans Home with Security & Surveillance Systems


Keep an Eye on Your Louisiana Property at All Times with a Security System

Everyone needs to protect their family’s most valued possessions; having a security system in place is not a question; it’s a necessity. But the type of system you have installed in your New Orleans home is crucial. Today’s security systems are incredibly advanced, but you may not know exactly what they can do. How do you know for sure that your system will do the job? Continue reading this blog entry to discover the latest advancements in security and surveillance systems.

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Smart Surveillance Cameras
The surveillance cameras on the market right now have just as good of a picture as an HD TV, meaning you can see incredible detail in all the recorded footage of your home. Surveillance cameras can also be activated by motion sensors so that they only turn on when needed, and they can also capture images at all angles – 360 degrees around. You can view any camera footage in real time through an app on your smartphone or tablet, or look at the clips later when you get home. Get alerts sent to your phone or email anytime an intruder steps into your home. Captured video can be essential for insurance claims if anything goes wrong.

Smart Door LocksYou can lock your door and literally throw away the key with our advanced entry systems. Smart door locks allow you to type in a code to open the door, or use an app on your phone, so that you don’t have to carry a physical key with you. You’ll never have to hire a locksmith to open the door in case you lose it. You can even create multiple codes for various users and then change them at any time for additional security. Forgot to lock the back door but you’re already at work? Open up your smart home app and lock it instantly from miles away. If you have a front gate, we can install a swipe card device at the front to make entry fast and easy for residents.

Pair your smart locks and gate entry system with an intercom to screen visitors before letting them in. For example, if the UPS man stops by to drop off a package, you can get an alert that someone is at the door and then actually see them through your surveillance cameras. Talk to the UPS guy via the intercom and then let him in using the smart lock.

Alarm System
Smart locks and smart cameras do a good job of keeping an eye on your home at all times and securing the property, but an alarm system proactively scares away burglars. As soon as a window is broken or you receive an alert that a stranger is inside, the alarm system turns on with a loud noise and contacts the police. Our monitoring systems ensure that your home is kept safe at all times.

Are you interested in having us install a top-of-the-line security system? Fill out this online form and we’ll get in touch with you as soon as possible.

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Reasons Why You Should Hire a Professional Smart Home Installer


How to Enjoy Smart Home Automation in Your Covington, LA Home

Acadian Home Theater and Automation is your local smart home automation installer, dedicated to enhancing and simplifying your lifestyle. With over 12 years of experience under our belts, we offer the residents of Southeastern Louisiana, including Covington, smart home solutions including: home theater systems, security and surveillance, lighting control, motorized shades, energy management, and much more.



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Whether you are familiar with smart home technology or are just entering the smart home world, we would love to reveal all the benefits of using this technology. The big question is, why not do it yourself? Today we are going to give you 3 key benefits of hiring a local professional for your next smart home automation project.

We are the best solution in town
With 135 years of combined experience on our side, our team can install any technology you desire. Not only will we design and install a solution that is customized to your lifestyle, but we’ll also do the job right so that you don’t run into problems down the road. Our staff is certified in all of their proficiencies and manufacturers, which means that we know exactly how to install the systems properly in your home. Acadian is a member of CEDIA and the Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association.

We also have a great track record, being known for exceptional service. We don’t just provide services that meet your needs in the present, but we also service our customers for life – knowing that technology is always changing. You don’t have to worry about installing the latest products when you have a professional on your side ready and willing to easily update any system at a moment’s notice. Your investment is worthy of our time and care.

We have a complete set of services to meet all your needsOur core services include:
Security & Surveillance: Keep an eye on your house at all times with remote monitoring, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems. View video footage in real-time on your smartphone or tablet, arm door locks from miles away, and use HD intercom to view visitors before letting them into your property.

Whole House Audio: If you love music and how it can set the perfect mood for any event, you’ll want it in every room. We can install speakers in the walls and ceiling so that they blend in with your surroundings and don’t disrupt your home’s interior design. Wireless controls allow you to stream music from various services easily and expand your music library. We have an audio system for every home size and budget.

Home Theater Systems: Enjoy the ultimate entertainment experience in your own living room with surround sound, HD or UHD picture, and a universal remote. Invest in a full dedicated home theater, or install multiple TVs throughout your home to create a whole house video system. Access your streaming services like Netflix and Hulu, cable, and your movie collection quickly and easily with wireless controls.

Lighting and Shading Control: One of the most fundamental and basic needs has become an incredible technology to enhance your everyday life. Open and close blinds with a remote control device or app on your smartphone. Time the lights to turn on and off at specific times of day, or use occupancy sensors to do the work for you and save energy. Integrate lights and shades together to save money and energy. You’ll love waking up and going to sleep every day with these one-touch controls.

Are you interested in any of these services or having us install a complete whole home solution? Simply fill out this online form to get in touch with us and schedule a discovery meeting.

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Smart Home Checklist

17 Questions to determine if you are ready for a smart home.Managing a house, no matter how big or small it is, can be challenging for any family. Busy schedules and hectic routines can make it difficult to keep your household running efficiently, and to have time to relax and unwind.

Necessary mundane tasks, such as setting back the thermostat and shutting off the lights before you leave the house or go to bed, are easily forgotten or simply ignored due to lack of time or energy. Even activities that are seemingly so simple, like closing the drapes to block out the harsh afternoon sun or choosing a song to enjoy on the stereo system, can become tedious when you're tired or pressed for time.

Here's where a smart home system can help. Programmed by a professional home systems integrator, a smart home system can control the lights, thermostats, motorized shading, audio system, security system, home theater equipment - basically anything else that uses electrical or battery power - so you don't have to.

Answer the following 17 questions to determine if you and your family could benefit from a smart home system. The questions are similar to those that would be posed to you by a professional home systems integrator about your lifestyle and family dynamic to determine the practicality of having a smart home system installed.

 

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