A Control4 home audio system gives you the power to listen to incredible sound while watching movies or listening to music, and you can also control your entire integrated home automation system with the tap of a button on a touch panel, smart remote, or your smartphone. You can also listen to different audio sources in various areas of your home—the kids can stream the big game on your outdoor patio speakers while relaxing music is playing throughout your kitchen and dining areas as you finish preparation on all of the game-day snacks.

Many people ask why they should consider Control4 instead of merely adding Sonos speakers for audio throughout their home in a DIY fashion. In this blog, we’ll cover how Control4 provides more value per audio zone within your home, perfect for distributed home audio in your Phoenix, AZ-area home.

A smart lighting system does a lot for you and your property. Beyond adding beauty to your spaces, improving security measures, and creating the perfect lighting for every task, smart lighting control also does away with tacky, one-to-one light switches that clutter your walls and detract from the beauty of your home.

Admittedly, in-wall light controls serve a useful purpose. It’s not always convenient to get out your smartphone to adjust the lights in each room you walk into. So, how can you eliminate tacky, cluttered switches while maintaining the convenience of in-wall controls? Elegant Palladiom QS wall stations by Lutron are your answer. Keep reading to learn how in-wall Palladiom keypads are an ideal way to intuitively control the lighting in your Phoenix, Arizona home while also maintaining your home’s aesthetic.

We all know how stressful the typical weekday can be, but back-to-school season is the pinnacle of chaos. Getting your kids ready and out the door, locking up the home, and making it to work on time certainly has its challenges during this time of year. So, how can smart home technology make it easier?

With the right security solutions in place, you can significantly alleviate the small stresses of your everyday routine—especially as you transition to the back-to-school season in Scottsdale, AZ. Read below to learn how Control4 smart home security can help you create a smoother, calmer, and happier day for your family.

Motorized window treatments work wonders when it comes to protecting your home’s interior from extreme temperatures in Phoenix, Arizona, but what about your outdoor spaces?

Instead of neglecting your backyard when the weather goes south, extend the entertainment outdoors with motorized shades from Screen Innovations that intelligently tame the elements and keep your exterior spaces comfortable and protected all year long. Discover how Screen Innovations’ line of outdoor shades can transform your outdoor living spaces by reading below.

Music plays a significant role in our lives, whether we know it or not. It stirs our creativity and motivates our workouts; it gives us energy and can even help us sleep at night. No matter how you use music in your Scottsdale, Arizona-area home, the quality of that music is only as good as the speakers you use to listen.

When you immerse yourself in your favorite songs with high-end speakers by Focal, you’ll explore new realms of listening enjoyment you didn’t know were possible. But what exactly sets Focal apart from other high-end stereo speaker brands? Read below to discover the difference and learn why you should consider incorporating Focal speakers into your home audio system.

Technology and digital entertainment have revolutionized the way businesses operate, market themselves, and bring in customers—and the restaurant industry is no exception. In fact, many food-goers and cocktail connoisseurs select their favorite places to dine based on factors that go beyond the menu, such as a state-of-the-art AV system.

Your patrons may come for the food and drinks, but they stay for the experience. With a top-tier commercial audio video installation by our Wipliance team, you’ll wow your customers and stand out among your nearby Phoenix competitors. Learn what you need to create a stunning and intuitive AV system for your Arizona restaurant or bar by reading below.

Whether you know it or not, the lighting in your home has a significant impact on your everyday life, from your productivity to your safety and even your health. It’s no wonder more homeowners are switching to smart lighting control solutions to bolster the many benefits that lighting adds to our routines and overall wellbeing.

But with the wide selection of smart lighting solutions available, how do you decide which one is right for your Scottsdale-area home? Our team of trusted Lutron lighting control experts can help.

Whether you’re searching for a single-room solution or a whole-home lighting control system for your expansive Arizona or Washington property, Lutron has a perfect solution for you. Read on to explore and compare Lutron’s three-tier residential lighting solutions to decide which one is the best choice for your home.

Homebuyer interest in automation and control systems is surging at an all-time high. As consumers increasingly understand the value, safety, and convenience that a smart home provides, they not only desire smart home technology but expect it when on the hunt for a new dwelling.

If you’re not already incorporating smart technology into your builds, you may find yourself lagging behind the real estate competition. Instead, partner with our team at Wipliance to implement a robust, reliable, and customized Control4 home automation system into your builds. Read below to learn how a home automation system will give your properties in Scottsdale and the broader Arizona area a competitive edge.

As a busy restaurant owner, you’re constantly brainstoring creative ways to bring in new traffic and surprise your current patrons with crafty cocktail creations, stylish entrées, and decadent desserts. After all, your customers have come for an evening of dining. But while food and drink are the foundation of any good eatery, the bells and whistles of your restaurant, like your A/V system, can make or break a loyal customer.

The importance of keeping your restaurant’s audio video system up to date is a close second to creating a masterful menu. Your customers will visit your restaurant for the food but stay for the experience when you invest in an innovative commercial audio video installation by our Phoenix-area award-winning team at Wipliance.

Keep reading to learn just what to expect when you bring state-of-the-art technology into your restaurant milieu.

With the wide variety of speaker technology available to consumers today, installing your perfect home audio system may seem like an easy feat—until you get started.

Though it’s not impossible, creating an ideal home audio system in DIY style would be quite the challenge. For one impressive setup, you’d need to decide on wireless or wired audio, speaker placement, zones, possible acoustical treatments, audio sources, and more.

Don’t let the vast considerations overwhelm you! Our team at Wipliance specializes in state-of-the-art soundscapes for homes across Scottsdale and the wider Arizona area. Just keep reading to learn how we can help create the perfect home audio system for you.

The Wipliance team of industry experts is proud to announce our acceptance of the TechHome “Integrator of the Year” award at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), hosted earlier this month in Las Vegas.

Known as one of the most prestigious industry awards to date, the “Integrator of the Year”  was presented to our team at CES by the Consumer Technology Association’s TechHome Division and CE Pro, recognizing our team as the nation’s best in custom home technology installation services.

“We are extremely proud to be recognized by our industry with this major award,” said Wipliance founder and owner Lee Travis, who has attended CES for 33 consecutive years, since graduating high school in 1986. “This award is really all about our team; it is a testament to their dedication and hard work.”

Our team has focused on custom solutions in home automation systems, audio video, lighting control, window treatments, and security since 2006 and is committed to serving all of our clients in both the Scottsdale, Arizona and Bellevue, Washington areas.

Click here to read the full press release on the award.

The weather in Arizona is beautiful in the wintertime, giving us a needed break from the summer desert sun. If you have an outdoor living space, the winter season is the perfect time to take your relaxation outside and enjoy the cooler breeze.

But outdoor living doesn’t have to stop when the temperatures hit triple digits in the hot summer months. With the right smart upgrades, you can enjoy your home’s outdoor entertainment system the way it should be enjoyed—all year long.

In this blog, we’ll explore three ways you can beat the Scottsdale heat and upgrade your outdoor living spaces for ultimate entertainment and comfort all year long. Just keep reading to learn more.