Lighting is one of the last things you might think about when completing an audio-video installation, but it is vitally important to your viewing experience. Nothing is worse than a glare on the screen or having to stumble in the dark to grab a snack in the middle of your favorite movie. Learn what lighting options you should consider in your next audio video installation in Lake Oswego, OR.

Taking the leap into all the moving parts of a home theater system can be intimidating. You have to figure out every element of AV configuration, including details like screen placement, acoustics and more. And the considerations don’t stop there! Fortunately, Eighteen Group is a trusted Oregon team that you can rely on to do the heavy lifting, from design to installation to support. Learn why you need a professional for your home theater installation in Portland, OR.

The number and type of devices that use your home wireless network is staggering. The list includes everything from computers and phones to home automation and appliances. With all those devices drawing bandwidth from your Wi-Fi, it’s no wonder your network occasionally feels all gummed up.

Luckily, all hope is not lost. Once you’re familiar with the basics of home network design, getting better performance seems much less daunting. This is especially true if you hire someone with extensive experience to handle the job. If you want to see more of what an integrator like Eighteen Group can do to improve your home network design, keep reading. Happy Valley residents and their neighbors throughout Oregon shouldn’t miss out on this opportunity.

There are many smart home systems that require or can be improved with low-voltage wiring, but none will make more of an impact in your everyday life than lighting control. Lighting control adds tremendous benefits in terms of health, productivity and convenience, but your system won’t work properly – or perhaps at all – without the right low-voltage wiring.

If you’re a bit confused by what you just read, don’t panic. Our latest blog will show you everything you need to know about low-voltage lighting and why Forest Heights residents should join other Oregon homeowners in installing this technology.