You’ve probably heard of smart devices or even have a few. Some of the most common are smart speakers, video doorbells, smart bulbs, and smart plugs. While these devices add convenience and enjoyment to your life, they pale compared to an integrated home automation system. 

At Wipliance, a home automation company serving Spokane, WA, and the surrounding areas since 2006, we’ve witnessed the changing landscape of smart homes. Today's technology has transformed our day-to-day lives, including our entertainment, lighting, and security. 

Let’s explore the makings of a smart home and how the right one transforms your lifestyle.

Discover the Latest in Smart Home Technology and Design at Our New Spokane Location

We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Wipliance Spokane showroom! Our new showroom offers an immersive experience to explore state-of-the-art solutions catered to your needs.

From smart lighting and temperature control to cutting-edge audio/video systems, you’ll get a hands-on experience with the latest technological innovations. In a space where technology and design come together, our team will guide you in turning your environment into something dynamic.

Read below to see what to expect. 

For decades, Sony has been a leading brand of professional-grade electronics, connecting creators and users by delivering media content at the highest possible quality. As a recognized leader in home entertainment, Sony continues to set the standard with its premium home theater and cinema solutions. Whether you’re a movie enthusiast or a gaming fan, Sony’s innovative technology ensures an unparalleled entertainment experience! 

Lee Travis, founder and owner of Wipliance, is committed to transforming homes into an automated oasis of beauty, ease, and incredible entertainment. The challenge, of course, comes in retaining a home’s aesthetics while incorporating the latest technology. How do you bring breathtaking images and sound to every room and outdoor space while limiting the bulky equipment and electronic boxes? 

As Lee deftly states, it’s about “all the bass, not in your space.” 

At Wipliance, they’ve spent almost 20 years redefining what’s possible in home entertainment, automation, and hidden technology. Let’s explore the latest solutions and how to enhance the beauty of your Spokane, WA, home while enjoying it to its fullest.

Luxury living conveys a lifestyle of comfort, enjoyment, and freedom to choose. In home design, it may constitute soft rugs, fine finishes, and amenities that support relaxation and customized environments. Whether your taste leans toward opulence or modern minimalist, window treatments are an essential part of the design, with motorized shades emerging as a popular choice for homeowners looking for a touch of luxury. 

These indoor and outdoor shades seamlessly integrate with your home automation system, offering one touch or voice command. Gone are the challenges of managing the natural light that fills a home through floor-to-ceiling windows, skylights, and architecturally diverse windows—your smart home does it for you.

When extended into your backyard, they enhance your outdoor living in remarkable ways, creating a space to enjoy in the heat of the day and long after dark, as well as through the changing seasons.

Let’s explore the latest designs and developments in automated shades and how they elevate your everyday living in Spokane, WA.

For many people, “Home Technology” conjures up images of electronic gadgets, robotic appliances, and tower loudspeakers delivering impressive concert-quality sound. We’re happy to report that, as automation advances, large and flashy have given way to quiet and breathtaking. 

Tech no longer takes center stage but hides quietly in the background, delivering a stunningly beautiful and enhanced lifestyle while improving instead of detracting from a home’s design. Here, we’ll explore some top contenders—the technology that brings incredible entertainment, advanced lighting, and automated natural light while elevating your home’s aesthetics in Spokane, WA.

At Wipliance, we’re always excited to introduce the latest technology that will enhance our clients’ lives. In today’s world, there are many such introductions! 

You may be familiar with Josh.ai, the voice assistant designed for smart homes. This revolutionary technology transforms how you interact with your smart home, asking it to complete tasks much as you would a friend. The difference is that Josh is never too busy to lend a helping hand.

Recently, the ever-evolving brand came out with the Josh.ai Touchscreen, a beautiful addition to its growing interfaces. Let’s discover what this state-of-the-art technology offers homeowners and the benefits it brings to smart home living in Spokane, WA.

Remember when the idea of controlling your home's lights, security, and thermostat from your phone seemed like something only possible in movies? Today, it's the real deal, and it's changing how you can live in your home.

If you would like to learn more about turning your home into a smart oasis, then keep reading. We’ll guide you on how to tailor your lifestyle with a home automation service in Spokane, WA.

Is your home theater a decade or two old? What was once considered cutting-edge in home theaters can now seem outdated or low-quality. It’s not just about aesthetics, either—modern-day theater systems offer higher-definition visuals with stronger audio and smarter controls. 

Whether you installed the system yourself or it came with your house, if it’s time for a home theater remodel, Wipliance is here to help. Get excited (and inspired) for your Coeur d’Alene, ID, home cinema below and see what you might be missing out on. 

If you’re a future homeowner or homebuyer, we know you're dreaming about the perfect space where comfort meets style and you can make the most of the beautiful outdoors here in Sagle, ID. 

But here's the deal: to make your dream home truly shine, you'll want to invite an unsung hero into the mix—an AV (audio-visual) consultant.

Now, you might wonder, "What on earth is an AV consultant, and why do I need one?" We're here to demystify this role and show you why AV consulting services are the ticket to an exquisite home. 

Nestled in the northwestern corner of Idaho, Coeur d'Alene boasts a picturesque landscape that beckons residents to relish the outdoors. But what if you could elevate these moments with the perfect blend of nature and technology? The idea of lounging on your patio, with the shimmering lake in the distance, becomes even more enticing when paired with your favorite film or song. And with the right backyard audiovisual solutions, this dream can become your everyday reality. Keep reading to learn more about outdoor AV solutions to turn your outdoor spaces into an entertainment oasis. 

Upgraded audiovisual equipment across your Spokane, WA, offices can transform how you and your employees experience the workday. But does bringing these top-tier smart solutions and technologies feel intimidating? An installation project at this level doesn’t have to be a hassle.

When you work with a trusted commercial audiovisual installation company like Wipliance, you can rest assured that your entire project will run smoothly from start to finish. So what are the top benefits of teaming up with a professional integrator? Keep reading below to find out more.

While some generations may not recall the dark ages of television, there was a time when people had to get up from the couch and walk to their TVs to change the channel. We know it sounds barbaric, but such was the state of technology before the early 1960s. Undoubtedly, there'll come a time when the world looks at manual shades and light switches similarly.

As smart homes continue to advance, there will come a day when most homes will incorporate automation set to respond to your every need and desire with one tap on a beautiful touchscreen or keypad or with no effort on your part. For many, that day has arrived. 

At Wipliance, we partner with Control4 home automation, the world leader in smart home technology. The Control4 platform is the brains behind your smart home, communicating with many connected systems and enabling devices to communicate with one another. This level of integration creates a smart home that offers incredible convenience, ease of living, enhanced beauty, and security. In our blog below, let’s explore what this remarkable technology offers homeowners in Liberty Lake, WA.

It’s coming. Can you feel it? Spring is hiding right around the corner, followed close on its heels by our favorite season in Lake Coeur d'Alene, ID. Soon, it will be time to tuck away our snow boots, ignite the outdoor grill and firepit, and gather with friends and family in the beautiful outdoor spaces our area provides.

Are you ready to make this the best outdoor season yet? For some homeowners, that translates to outdoor entertainment areas that rival their indoor media room. Here, you’ll find the latest outdoor 4K UHD TVs with crystal-clear images in broad daylight and landscape speakers that deliver corner-to-corner high-fidelity sound throughout the property. It’s a space for entertaining, movies under the stars, and outdoor dining embraced by your favorite musicians.

Some clients want more of an outdoor retreat, an oasis to enjoy after a long day. Their space comprises a spa, seating areas nestled in the trees and foliage, and a patio designed for quiet conversation and dinners under a full moon. No matter your intention or lifestyle, our team of experts at Wipliance can create it. 

The element that always adds the defining touch and creates a space of beauty, elegance, and wonder you can enjoy long into the evening is artfully designed landscape lighting. As a leading custom integration and outdoor lighting installation company, we can help you live your best outdoor life.

Let’s explore the latest in landscape lighting.

In July 2022, Wipliance acquired Huppin’s, a fourth-generation business that began in 1908 and, over the years, evolved into a brand offering high-performance residential and commercial technology solutions as well as becoming an online retail giant.

We are proud and excited to welcome the Huppin’s family to Wipliance! As a leading custom integration and home automation company, Wipliance brings turnkey smart home integrations to residents in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, providing customized solutions in whole-home automation and lighting, shading, audio-video, security, and home theaters. 

As with any transition, it can be a little confusing for customers, particularly regarding a brand that’s served the Spokane, WA, community for 114 years. So, to help answer any questions, we're sharing the most commonly asked questions and our answers. If you want to learn more about this exciting transition, please visit us online.