Electronic devices get smarter every day, and those devices are more connected than ever.  Remotes to control motorized shades, wall-mounted keypads to control lighting throughout the home, apps to control music and temperature, cloud based storage for security cameras – all of these developments have brought home automation to the forefront, and made it more appealing and more accessible than ever before.  Two questions we hear almost daily are, “What happens after the system is installed?”  “Is there any maintenance required?”

There’s nothing better than being able to listen to your favorite tunes on command in any area of your Washington, D.C. home. That’s the luxury that whole home audio provides for you and your family.

But do you know everything you can do with your multi-room audio system? And the variety of music sources available to you with your system? In this blog, we’ll dive into the multiple ways you can listen to your music and how easy your home audio system makes it for you to enjoy your favorite tunes.

Keep reading below to find out more.

You don’t want to invest in a home cinema, only for the movie-watching experience to be less than perfect. Bringing a top-notch home theater system to your property in the Baltimore, MD area is attainable – and our team can help guide you along the way.

In this blog, we’ll dive into the theater technologies and features we recommend that will truly elevate your home cinema above the rest. From seating to sound, we’ve got you covered.

Keep reading below to explore the must-have features for your home cinema.

You might think that leaving your home for any amount of time means leaving your house unattended. But a Savant home automation system makes it so you can always keep an eye on your property in the Alexandria, VA area – no matter where you are.

Instant notifications to your personal smart device keep you in the know about what’s happening at your house at all times. You can customize them and adjust them to fit your exact needs – and we’ll show you just how simple it is to do so.

Read on below to see how easy it is for Savant home control to anticipate your every want and need.

When you think of home lighting control, what first comes to mind? If your answer is the standard on/off switch, you certainly aren’t alone.

At Starr Systems, however, we know lighting control can encompass so much more than just flipping an in-wall switch.

As the greater Washington, D.C. area’s leading smart lighting installer, we proudly partner with Lutron to deliver innovative lighting management solutions to local homeowners – undertakings that enhance elegance, convenience, and security for every family.

In this blog, we explore some of the best features of a Lutron lighting control system that you can showcase in your home. Simply keep reading below for more.

Any upgrade to your home is a big step and thus should be approached with the right information to ensure that you make the proper product selections and understand the technology that makes it work.

If you’re looking to install a whole home audio system on your Baltimore property, we want to make sure that you’re equipped with the right knowledge to fully optimize the addition to your space.

In this blog, we will discuss some helpful tips for you to consider when approaching a whole home audio system so that you know how to get the most out of your upgrade.

It’s been a cold winter on the East Coast, and everyone is ready for sunshine and warmer weather.  Uncover the patio furniture, plant those annuals, and get the grill ready.  There’s just one more thing you need – great outdoor sound.

In the past, outdoor speakers focused more on weathering the elements or blending into the landscape than producing great sound, but no more. A bevy of quality options can deliver hi-fi worthy audio to your outdoor living space.

Are you ready for an awesome outdoor sound system in Alexandria?  Learn about some new options to rock out – and also zen out – this spring and summer in Virginia.

Smart shades are more than just for decoration. They’re not just another luxury item that lacks function. In fact, motorized window shades are a functional piece of elegance that can positively impact your living situation and how you interact with your Washington, D.C. home.

We recommend considering Lutron as your smart shading brand. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of selecting Lutron and incorporating their shades into your home.

Smart home automation is all about making users’ lives simpler. But some interior designers are wary of adding a lot of technology to Annapolis, MD properties. It can seem like lighting, surveillance and AV components quickly dominate the room if they’re not properly installed. What you might not know is that many smart home components available today can be easily hidden from view when not in use, and others never have to be seen at all. Interested in how you can help reduce technology clutter and wall acne while offering the level of control homeowners crave? Read on for more.

Recently, many of our clients have started asking for wireless capabilities in their multi-room audio systems. As their listening habits change, they want an easy way to access their favorite streaming services including Spotify, Pandora and Amazon Music. We often work with Sonos speakers and accessories to bring these wireless capabilities to new homes or existing systems. One of the reasons we love working with Sonos is that they have one of the best apps in the industry. Below are some of the features that will get you hooked to the music system in your Annapolis home.