The weather is warming, baseball is starting, and pretty soon we’ll see some gorgeous flowers in bloom. Spring is almost here, and it couldn’t come a minute too soon. If you’re a fan of the outdoors, you may wonder how you can get the most out of it this year. The answer is simple: transform your backyard or pool area with outdoor audio video technology. With a smart AV system, your yard becomes like another room of the house. Here, we’ll show you some cool devices you can install to enjoy incredible sight and sound. Keep reading for more.

Audiophiles know how vital the right speaker is to their listening experience. But if you're not an expert on home audio, you may be confused as to which speaker is right for which application.

That doesn’t mean you don’t deserve to enjoy the best experience possible though! Instead, you can enjoy better quality listening when you have a simple understanding of the differences between speaker types and how to use them.

We’ve put together this easy-to-follow guide on the different kinds of speakers you can use as part of the whole home audio system in your Chapel Hill, NC property. And we’ll show you how to simply connect each device and stream lossless music with smart controls.

Did you know that 77 percent of Americans would prefer some type of smart technology in their homes? According to a recent survey by Coldwell Banker, more and more people are reporting they currently enjoy smart home devices and that they would seek out homes with the same kind of technology already installed for their next residence. As a result, one of the easiest ways to raise your home value in Durham, NC is by installing a smart home system.

But how do you know what technology is right for your space? And how do you approach retrofit and new construction projects? As your local Control4 dealer, we have your answers below.

Sleep is a funny thing. When you’re a kid, you never want to waste a moment of your day with your eyes closed. As an adult, you probably long for enough free time to get a little nap in here and there.

So, it would stand to reason that when our heads hit the pillow at night, we instantly fall fast asleep, right? Not exactly. According to the CDC, up to 34.9 percent of people over the age of 18 in Raleigh, NC report getting less than 7 hours of sleep at night. And with the number of electronics in our lives, it’s not hard to figure out why.

But if technology is the problem, can it also be a solution? Not everyone can afford to unplug every day. Instead, your Lutron lighting control system can help you get a better night’s sleep. How? Just keep reading to find out.