Why Builders Who Plan for Technology Early Win More Business

Early Integration Is a Game-Changer for Lighting, Audio & Smart Home Controls 

When prospective clients look at your portfolio, do they see plain interiors awash in harsh, unflattering lighting? Does it look uncomfortable to live in those rooms? And do features like light switches clutter the walls and stick out like sore thumbs? 

Instead, imagine interior and exterior spaces that are captivating, warm, and welcoming. Layered lighting brings depth to the space, flattering at all angles, and comfortable for any activity. In-ceiling speakers hide with hardly a trace of hardware (or none at all). And hidden wiring connects the whole house back to a centralized smart home system. 

When builders plan for technology before construction begins, we can more effectively design where lighting, audio, video, and smart controls will go. Sleek, forward-thinking installations bring a competitive edge to your portfolio and will attract high-net-worth, tech-savvy clientele. 

Here’s why partnering with a technology integrator before construction begins achieves better results. 

What Does An Integrator Do? 

Integrators, also known as smart home companies, specialize in designing and installing home technology systems. At Provident Electric in Washington, we work closely with builders and architects to create custom smart home systems that connect every room of the house (and outdoors, too). We specialize in low-voltage smart home solutions, including: 

• Whole-home audio 
• Smart lighting control
• Motorized shading 
• Home theaters 
• Security cameras 
• Climate control 

Why Planning Early for Technology Matters 

Your Projects Will Look & Perform Much Better 

Home builder portfolios typically look like either the image on the left or the right. Which one looks more impressive and appealing? 

Achieving an interior like the photo on the right doesn’t just happen. It requires careful planning, design, and specialized electrical work. When you partner with a smart home integrator like Provident Electric, we analyze every possibility.  

For instance, if your clients would love a bookcase like the one pictured, we collaborate with cabinet designers to install mini puck lights and spotlights, intelligently controlled to the perfect brightness and color temperature. We create layered lighting designs that bring depth to the space, unlike the room on the right, which relies on one light fixture for all its illumination. 

If you’re building a beautiful, luxury home, don’t ruin it with cheap plastic switches and harsh lightbulbs from Lowe’s. Instead, we install sleek wall keypads with lighting scenes like “Morning” and “Night” that provide the perfect ambiance. Meanwhile, in-ceiling speakers and TV/projector lifts conceal technology, letting the homeowner enjoy their space without clutter. 

You’ll Prevent Revisions & Unexpected Costs 

The walls and ceilings are finished, everything’s in place…then the future homeowner says they want a home theater system. 

If we had been looped in ahead of time, we could have installed in-wall speakers, in-ceiling projector lifts, small-aperture recessed lighting, cove lighting, and linear pathway lights. All wiring could neatly hide behind walls and connect to a hidden AV rack in the closet or utility room. 

It’s much more difficult to install smart home and home theater systems after the fact. It’s not impossible, and retrofits are always an option. But we may find ourselves redoing wiring and may have to cut back into the ceiling or walls. You can avoid the headache by partnering with an integrator as early as possible in the process. 

Partner with Provident for Incredible Technology Experiences 

If you look at the top home builders in the Seattle and Medina area, many of them already work with us to create state-of-the-art smart homes. You too can stay ahead of the curve and attract modern homebuyers by partnering with Provident Electric. 

Contact us here for a free consultation and to learn more today.