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How to Hire a Smart Home Company in NJ

If you’ve made the important decision to add smart home automation technology to your household, it’s time to decide which company to hire. Here are some tips on hiring the best smart home company in NJ.

Do Your Homework

First off, do some research into the kind of home automation solution that makes sense for your family. Come up with a budget and timeframe. Of course, the professional you choose can give you advice as to the best smart home automation plan that suits your family’s lifestyle, but knowing what you want from the get-go is key.

Knowing your budget is key, too. Just be sure to leave some padding for any additions, subtractions, or modifications you may encounter once the project gets underway.

Get Many Quotes

Choose a few companies and then call each one to ask questions. Find out about their experience, capabilities, years in business, specialties, and licensing. Get free quotes and compare them all. Make sure you compare all line items, not just cost, such as project scope, timeframe, training level, and warranty.

Check References

Ask for references from each company and follow up with them. Ask those previous customers if they would hire the company again, and what they liked about them. Go online and read reviews too.

Consider Size and Value of Home

Take into consideration the size and value of homes that the company specializes in. The complexity and expectations of a 15,000 square-foot custom-built home will be vastly different than a 3,000 square-foot starter home. Make sure the company you choose matches up with your needs.

Ask Questions

When talking to each company, don’t be afraid to ask questions, such as:

  • Do you have a dedicated service department?
  • Who will handle my service calls? Who will be my contact person: the owner, a technician, someone else?
  • Do you offer 24-hour service seven days a week? What happens if I encounter a problem in the evenings or on weekends?
  • Do you offer same-day service for emergencies?

Make Sure the Personalities Match

One company may sound really good on paper, but in person, you may not click with them. Personality match is an important thing to consider on top of all the technical stuff. Remember, this is a long-term relationship, so it’s important to hire a company you feel comfortable with. If you don’t get a good gut feeling about someone, move onto the next company on the list.

We hope you found these tips helpful as you navigate through the hiring process.

Contact Infinite Audio Visual Solutions

We encourage you to contact us with any questions at 732-924-5900. We would be happy to answer your questions, book a consultation and give you a free quote.