After a long winter of feeling cooped up indoors, everyone in the Richmond, TX area is ready to shift the activities back outside once again. To us, outdoor living means listening to music by the pool, reading books on the patio, or enjoying a cold beverage with family and friends.

You most likely have your favorite, most valuable smart home technology stored inside — from your TVs to your speakers to your central control system. Is there a safe way to bring these entertainment delights to the Great Outdoors?

At Automated Lifestyles of Texas, we think the answer is a resounding, “Yes!” We’d love to show you some smart home tech that resists wind, water, and sun damage that you can enjoy for years to come. Keep reading for some of our suggestions.

At Automated Lifestyles of Texas, we enjoy surrounding ourselves with the wonders of modern technology. We’re excited about everything happening in our clients’ homes, not to mention the incredible innovation we’ve seen in industry news and CES updates. But none of these trends could strive without a strong home network installation for your Salado, TX home, so it’s best to prepare now for the smart home of your dreams.

Strategic networking lacks the “cool factor” of foldable TVs or AI-enabled devices, but secure connection ensures a smooth-running smart home. Keep reading to see what we do to ensure that your connected home runs smoothly, no matter how many devices you’re using at one time.

Home automation products often give you more value than you originally bargained for. For example, a home surveillance installation that you intended to use for safety while you’re away from home will also come in handy when your doorbell rings while you’re cuddled up on the sofa. Because of your initial investment, you can not only monitor your home while you’re gone but also when you’re there — multiple benefits from just one product.

Similarly, home lighting control features benefit you in the multiple, and sometimes unexpected, ways. The same system that works to protect you and your family will also enhance your indoor and outdoor spaces and design style. You often get one practical feature, while one feels like pure luxury.

We’re sure you’ve heard about smart home automation devices, from CES 2019’s giant, rollable screens to affordable, voice-control assistants like Alexa and Google. Maybe you’ve wanted to automate your Round Rock, TX home for some time, but you don’t know how to jumpstart the process.