Protect Your Electronics with Surge Protection & Power Conditioned Outputs 

If you’ve invested in a luxury home theater, smart home technology, and other electronics, you want them to last forever. So, there’s nothing worse than, after a year or so, watching your devices lose steam and start to malfunction. You might wonder, Do manufacturers purposefully make equipment quit so soon? 

While not all technology is made equal, high-end brands like Control4, Crestron, Savant, Klipsch, and Sony, for example, should last. It may not be your equipment causing problems, but instead, your power. 

How can electricity cause issues? Well, there’s such a thing as ‘clean’ and ‘dirty’ power, and if you’re experiencing surges and noise, it could be damaging your technology. 

Luckily, power management solutions can significantly extend your devices’ lifespans. Below, we share tried-and-true solutions that we can apply to your McKinney, TX home. And if you’d like to learn more about home technology, sign up for our monthly newsletter here!

Love Music? Upgrade Your Audio Experience with These Essential Technologies 

Audiophile (noun): a person who is very interested in and enthusiastic about equipment for playing recorded sound, and it's quality. –Cambridge English Dictionary 

Does that sound like you? If you’re a music enthusiast who collects vinyl, streams lossless audio files, and can tell the difference between low and high-end speakers, then you deserve a superior sound system. 

If you’re currently only using a small Bluetooth speaker or old stereo, then it’s time for an upgrade. With the right two-channel audio equipment, you’ll enjoy music like never before in your Frisco, TX home. 

Read on to discover the three things all audiophiles need in their high-end audio systems. And to learn more about AV solutions, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter here. 

Make the Best Decision for Your Company’s Communication Technology

Unified communications (UC) help businesses of all sizes boost collaboration and productivity while eliminating confusing communication systems. With unified communications as a service (UCaaS), your company’s phones, email, file sharing, teleconferencing, desktop sharing, chat, and much more can be integrated into one platform across all devices. 

The most effective UC implementations are hosted, cloud-based platforms that are easy to manage. However, not all approaches to UC are the same, and neither are all UC providers. 

To ensure you’re working with the best UCaaS company for your McKinney, TX business, ask your potential provider the following three questions. And if you’d like to learn more about unified communication solutions and commercial AV, you can sign up for our free monthly newsletter here. 

Lighting Control Is Not a Passing Office Trend. Here’s Why It’s Here to Stay. 

As businesses return to the office, we’ve seen many new workplace trends emerge, like open floor plans and ‘hot-desking.’ Whether these office designs will stick, it’s too soon to tell. But there’s one development we’re confident will become a permanent staple: smart lighting control. 

Lighting control systems can automate both smart LED bulbs and motorized shades. Your office lights can gradually brighten and dim, then turn off on their own when the office is vacant. And during the hottest times of day, shades can silently lower to reduce glare and keep rooms cool.

You may be thinking, ‘But we get by fine already without smart lighting and shades. Why would we need that?’

Motorized blinds and intelligent lighting actually provide numerous benefits, including saving time, energy, and creating a more positive workplace. Read on to see how automated lighting will benefit your Frisco, TX business, and contact Texadia Systems here to learn more. 

Your Guide to Structured Cabling (and Why It Matters)

What’s inside your office closet? If you have a stack of routers, switches, servers, and control systems with an endless tangle of wires, it may be time to invest in structured cabling. 

Structured cabling is an organized network of telecommunication cables with a clean, simple infrastructure. A professionally installed cabling system offers many benefits, including reliable technology performance. 

Read on to see how structured cabling will help your Dallas, TX business’s IT run more smoothly. And to learn more about commercial technology solutions, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter for tips and useful information. }

Discover the Many Ways You Can Use Your Whole-Home Sound System 

Multi-room audio is one of the most enjoyable and convenient ways to experience music. In just a press of a button, high-fidelity sound can flow through every room of your house—and outdoors too! So, whether you’re tidying up or hosting a party, whole-home speakers always liven up the mood. 

We often talk about selecting music for multi-room systems on your phone or tablet, skipping tracks, and choosing playlists. But whole-home sound systems aren’t limited to streaming services like Apple Music, Spotify, or Pandora. You can play much more on your multi-room speakers, like vinyl, the TV, radio, and more. 

Read on to see the potential for your multi-room speakers at home in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. And to learn more about audio and technology solutions, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter here. 

Find the Best Solution for Your Texas Home Entertainment

Maybe you’re a film buff that follows film festivals and watches all the classics. Or perhaps you simply want better audio and video when you kick back at the end of the day. 

Either way, if you’re looking to upgrade your entertainment, you have a choice: a new home theater installation or a media room. Media rooms have gained popularity in recent years, but there’s always an appeal to the classic home theater. 

To help you decide, we’ll highlight the features and strengths of each room and what sets them apart. That way, we can help you construct the perfect entertainment space in your Prosper, TX home. You can also learn more in our blog here. 

Building a House? Don’t Miss the Chance to Make It Smart 

Are you purchasing a new home build? Or are you working with an architect to construct the house of your dreams? 

In a new home, you’re free to create exactly what you desire. You won’t have to partake in the bidding war, and you won’t be repairing or updating the floors in a few years. 

Another benefit to building? New construction is the best opportunity to install home automation. Smart technology can be wired discreetly through the walls for a clean, sophisticated system.

If you’re unsure about smart home control, read on to see why you won’t want to miss it in your new construction. As a technology integrator that serves the University Park, TX, area, we’ll shed some light on what to expect in a Control4 smart home. You can also learn more in our blog series here. 

How Do Compressed Schedules Affect a Commercial AV Installation?

We live in an increasingly rapid-paced society—even speed limits have increased up to 80 mph in some areas. But speed is not always the smartest option. And when it comes to commercial AV projects, ‘fast’ does not lead to high-quality results.

Often, we need to pump the brakes and evaluate the consequences of moving too quickly. We’ve all heard the ‘Fast, Good, and Affordable’ theory—that you can only have two. Most people believe if a service is affordable and good, it won’t be fast. If it’s affordable and fast, it won’t be good. And if it’s fast and good, the service won’t be affordable. 

So, what’s the best choice for a commercial AV installation? What kind of business should you partner with if you’re looking for a new technology system? As an integrator that services the Prosper, TX, area, we’ll share the best course of action below. 

Upgrade Your Teleconferences with a More Personal & Engaging Solution 

For decades, business teams have joined calls over conference phones, dialing in to meet with clients or other office locations. But is it time for your company to upgrade to a video conferencing system? 

With an HD display, camera, microphone, and software system that connects it all, you’ll be able to see your call participants, and they’ll see your entire team. We install and program video conferencing systems across the Dallas/Fort Worth TX area, and have seen how the technology benefits our commercial clients. When you upgrade, you can expect the following results. 

Bring Comfort & Privacy to Your Meeting Rooms 

Companies use their conference rooms for many reasons: interviewing, training, meeting with clients, presentations, lectures, or teleconferences. From private discussions to large seminars, meeting rooms are essential to conducting a thriving modern business. 

But the acoustics in most buildings are far from perfect. If your company’s meeting rooms aren’t soundproofed, you may run into miscommunication, privacy issues, and distractions. 

Whether you’ve recently built a new office, moved into a new location, or realize it’s time to fix a long-standing problem, acoustic treatments and soundproofing can go a long way to improve your office’s sound quality. 

Not sure if your Plano, TX business needs acoustic treatments? We share five signs that you may benefit from them below. And to learn more about commercial technology solutions, explore our blog here. 

Discover the best Lutron shades that Dallas homeowners trust to marry style, efficiency, and smart control in the Lone Star State. From sprawling floor-to-ceiling windows in Uptown lofts to sun-soaked ranch-style living rooms in Plano, we’ll guide you through the fabric, automation, and control options that make your Texas home a cool, connected oasis.

Whether you crave motorized window treatments that sync with your daily routine, smart blinds that dim the glare of the scorching Dallas sun, or custom window coverings to complement your modern farmhouse aesthetic, we’ve got you covered. As an authorized Lutron dealer in the DFW metroplex, Texadia combines expert shading design with seamless smart home lighting integration—think your shades rising at dawn to greet the morning light, or a “Movie Night” scene that lowers blackout shades and dims your lights in perfect harmony.

Save Energy Instantly with a Smart LED Lighting Design 

Most of us grew up with incandescent lightbulbs, the “standard” bulb that stayed relatively the same since Edison’s invention in 1879. Then came compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs)—those spiral-shaped lights that claimed to use less energy. But today, LED bulbs are regarded as the most energy-efficient way to illuminate your home. If you’re reading this, you may be wondering just how resourceful they can be. 

When LED bulbs first hit the market, they were seen as too expensive and too bright. But they’ve come a long day in both price, brightness, and color temperature options. With a smart LED lighting design in your Frisco, TX home, you can customize your lights to look however you want—while saving energy! With smart LEDs, your home will look better than ever while lowering energy bills and helping the environment. Read on to discover how LED lights make a difference. And to learn more about smart lighting design, check out our blog articles here. 

Plan for Greatness with Your Smart Home Installation 

Today’s smart home automation systems have the power to sync all your technology, including lighting, audio, security, and beyond. With one press of a button, you can turn off your entire house as you leave for the day. Then schedule lights and the thermostat to adjust to the perfect setting for your return home, all from your phone or tablet. 

But a lot goes into a home automation system. We’re not talking about plug-and-play devices with separate apps, like a video doorbell or Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat. Owning a collection of smart gadgets doesn’t make a home “smart.” For true home automation, you need a central controller that unifies all your electronics into one intuitive system that you don’t need to command every time.

At Texadia Systems, we’re excited to help you build your new luxury smart home. Before you get started on your Plano, TX, system, read on to see which factors you need to consider first. And to learn more, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter on smart home technology. 

Should Your Texas Company Switch Too? Learn How AVas a Service Works 

What is AV as a Service? Also known as AVaaS, it’s a subscription plan that provides your business all the technology your staff needs, from conferencing hardware to digital signage. AVaaS plans include installations, maintenance, and technical support with ongoing training. Plus, if you ever want to swap equipment for new technology, we’ll trade it in so you’re never outdated. 

The traditional approach to commercial technology is to purchase everything upfront. But with AVaaS, you pay a monthly fee for a package that covers your needs. If you ever find you don’t need the equipment anymore, we’ll come and take it away. 

You might be wondering, why wouldn’t I want to own all of my business’ technology? We’ll share below why companies worldwide are switching to the AVaaS model. You may just find your Plano, TX enterprise could benefit, too.

Want to learn more? Subscribe to our free monthly newsletter for all commercial AV and automation news.

Save Time & Expenses with UCaaS

In the modern business world, we communicate with clients and coworkers not only in the office, but across the city, state, country, and globe. We send and receive files instantly, attend virtual meetings, and ping remote teammates with questions that are answered minutes later. 

In such a fast-paced environment, you need a system to keep up and stay on top of your work. Unified Communications (UC) integrates all your company’s communication technologies and information into one system across all your devices. 

But assembling and upgrading a UC system can be a hassle. That’s where UC as a service (UCaaS) can help. As UCaaS providers, we’ll handle the infrastructure and installation for you in an affordable and convenient package. You’ll avoid the initial expenses of setting up a system and can swap out technology anytime you’d like. 

To see how UCaaS can help your Fort Worth, TX business save money, read on below. And if you’d like to learn more about commercial and conferencing technology, sign up for our free monthly newsletter here.

Conference Room AV for the Modern Workspace 

People like to complain about meetings—that they’re boring, too long and accomplish little. But meetings and conferences should be where your team sets goals, raises questions, and comes together to share their strengths toward a common objective. 

Every business owner likes to imagine that their company’s conference room will inspire hours of productivity with the walls and table covered in new ideas. But more often than not, teams aren’t focused, and the technology won’t cooperate. 

In today’s business landscape, you need conferencing technology that’s up to speed with both in-person and remote work. The best conference rooms use technology not only as a tool but to create the ideal work environment. 

As a commercial AV integrator based in the McKinney, TX, area, we help Texas businesses create collaborative and inspiring office spaces. Below, we’ll share how the right conference room AV and automation can help you make the most of your meetings. You can also learn more in our blog and monthly newsletter. 

Simplify Your Routine and Transform Your Home’s Appearance

We’ve all sat down for a movie and thought, “It’s too bright in here.” You stand up to turn off the lights, and next, you might say, “Now it’s too dark! We can’t see each other!” You turn on the hallway light and ask your family or friends if that now looks good. Finally, you can start the movie. 

These sorts of dilemmas happen all the time. But Lutron, the lighting control manufacturer, says no more to poor lighting. Light, both natural and artificial, is an essential component to cultivating an atmosphere at home. Lutron’s motorized shades and lighting solutions use smart home automation to make the most of your interior spaces. 

Below, we explain why Lutron’s smart lighting and shading is the only choice for the modern home. And to find Lutron in Fort Worth, TX, contact Texadia Systems here. 

The Next Generation of Wi-Fi Brings Faster Speeds & Less Crashes

Have you heard of Wi-Fi 6? If you’re like most people, you may have been unaware that there was even a Wi-Fi 5. 

Wi-Fi standards are always upgrading, and each new version has its own name. Until recently, wireless standards were referred to by their technical name, like 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5). The latest version, 802.11ax, is also known as Wi-Fi 6. It’s the speediest Wi-Fi standard available on the market, letting more devices communicate simultaneously. If you’re tired of slow and unreliable internet, it might be time to trade in your router for Wi-Fi 6. 

But what is better about Wi-Fi 6? Is it worth the upgrade? We’ll share what Wi-Fi 6 can provide your home below. And if you’re curious about a home network installation in the Southlake, TX area, contact Texadia Systems here. 

Make Sure You’re Getting the Smart Home Experience You Deserve

So, you’re ready for a smart home system. You’ve done your research, estimated a budget, and now you’ve landed on Control4, one of the world’s leading home automation brands. Congratulations! You’re in good company, as over 400,000households worldwide choose Control4 for their smart systems. 

To install Control4, you’ll need to partner with a certified professional who will wire and program your system. But before you call up any local business, you need to ensure you’re hiring the best Control4 dealer. Your integrator’s experience and knowledge will make or break a Control4 installation. You need someone who’s responsive, pays attention to your needs, and most of all –knows what they’re doing. 

When you contact a Control4 dealer, be sure to ask the three questions below to achieve the best smart system possible.

Texadia Systems is Dallas/Fort Worth’s premier Control4 dealer and the highest-ranked Control4 Diamond Dealer for four years in a row. To learn more about Control4 and how modern smart homes work, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter here. And to see the magic of home automation in person, visit our immersive Control4 showroom. 

Read on for three essential questions to ask before getting started!