The new year is a great time to put aside the old and look forward in anticipation for all that the year might have in store. If we learned anything from last year, it’s 365 days in which anything could happen. With that comes the hope of much possibility, and one thing that we look forward to is what trends and technology will rise in the new year.

This may not be the year we get flying cars, but it will have many exciting things to look forward to, and some of those you can have right in your own home in Fort Myers Beach and surrounding areas. The technology in the home automation industry has taken leaps and bounds in the last decade and continues on the same path to make the home automation experience more intuitive and convenient than ever.

Home automation has been around for years, and the technology for it keeps getting increasingly impressive. Smart home systems can transform your day-to-day tasks and leisure in a myriad of ways. From easier control of your AV systems to proactive security solutions, there’s technology now available to transform your lifestyle.

Curious how home automation can transform your home in Naples, FL, and the surrounding area? Keep reading to find out.

If you are the type of person that loves form and function equally and tends to like "less is more" as a design ethos, you’ll take interest in this blog.

Some people get frustrated with their audio and video setups. Why? Often, folks add components piecemeal rather than completely replacing a system. The result may be a smattering of different remote controls, cable or satellite boxes, streaming devices, and stereo systems that don’t all work the same way and don’t have complementary features.

Most people's homes are likely setup this way. Perhaps you are looking at a significant remodel or buying a new home. Instead of taking all your current equipment with you, consider a new system that allows every type of AV entertainment to be accessed in every room of your new abode. Intrigued? Let AVL Pro, your local Crestron dealer in Naples, FL, show you the simplicity of an AV distribution system.

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With the prevalence of smart home devices available today, chances are if you are remodeling or building a new home, smart technology and automation are high on your list of "must-haves" for your new residence. With all the devices available from your local big-box store or Amazon, should you go the do-it-yourself (DIY) route?

DIY is certainly an option, but AVL Pro believes you will get more satisfaction and use out of your system with an integrated approach, the type offered by Control4 home automation solutions. Why? Because a Control4 system is specifically designed to make all the smart home technology in your Naples, FL home work better together.

There is no better time to consider home automation than when you are designing your new home, and that’s why it’s critical to bring in a professional like AVL Pro early in the process. Read on to see why.