When my wife and I decided to build our own house, we wanted to make sure that our home was energy efficient with all the latest technology for home automation.  I knew that I wanted lighting control, whole-house audio and basic security.  As we worked with our contractor on planning, my dream for automation system faded as our constriction costs increased.  I resigned myself to putting in a small budget for wiring so that we could grow into automation down the road as we could afford to buy the equipment.

I wanted to make sure that I wired my home correctly and I continued to do research on automation systems.  I interviewed several automation contractors in my area and even got several bids, but all the proposals were completely outside my budget.  Then I discovered Mile High Automation.

I contacted Josh and he invited me to his home to show me his system – I was very impressed.  His system had all the components that I wanted – audio, video, HVAC control and lighting.  Mike High is setup to assist the do-it-yourselfer and Josh gave me the confidence that I could do the work myself.  With the labor cost savings, I could afford to have a system now.  Josh took a copy of my plans and gave me free design advise on wiring and setting up my system.  With this information, I set-off to pre-wire my home before drywall went up.  While pulling wiring was no small task - over 40 hours of work and nearly 7000 feet of wire – I got the job done and had set the foundation for my system.

My wife and I are now in our house and we love our system.  I purchased an HAI Omni Pro II with HAI UPB lighting.  It was very easy to install the board and switches and Josh pre-configured the system for me.  I simply installed the Omni Pro II, make my connections and plugged it in – it was very easy.   Programming lighting scenes is simple to master and Josh is always available to answer questions.   I’m still working on my system, but will soon be able to control all lights in the house, close an accidentally open garage door from my bed, and access my system from my office to turn on the air conditioner before I get home.

The whole process was fun and I estimate that I saved over $8,000 to $10,000.  Anyone who has basic computer skills and is willing to spend time pulling wires would have no trouble getting a great, low cost system for not a ton of money.  I highly recommend Mile High Automation.

Stacy
Castle Rock, CO