Lighting and shading control isn’t usually the first thing you think of when asked about ways to improve your wellbeing, but it can have a significant effect on your mood and health. A study sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency found that Americans spend almost 90% of their time indoors, which almost guarantees they aren’t making the most of the health benefits of natural lighting. Particularly for homes up north in the Saratoga Springs, New York area when sunlight isn’t as plentiful, lighting and shading control is an easy way to ensure that your residence has ample lighting in every room. Keep reading to learn how a lighting and shading control system from Ambiance Systems can have an impact in your home.

For decades Ambiance Systems has been a proud partner with Crestron and has successfully installed Crestron systems in places like Woodstock and Windham New York, in the Berkshires and Catskills, to Manchester and Stowe Vermont, and the surrounding areas of Rutland and Bennington Counties.  Crestron manufactures state of the art home automation and business automation technology.  They have evolved from a pioneer in audio/video and home control systems into a world-class enterprise management company providing solutions to a broad spectrum of organizations.  Their goal is similar to ours:  working hard to provide simplicity and efficiency in our clients’ everyday lives, including both the home and the office.  Electronic systems integration is what we do best, and Crestron’s new multi-purpose touchscreen helps us deliver just that.  Crestron’s new TSW-1052 is not only beautiful and sleek but it delivers the ultimate touchscreen experience; it is fully customizable with easy-to-use controls and icons, real-time status display, live streaming video, and voice recognition.

A common issue we encounter with our customers in the Capital Region of New York is an unreliable, or slow, Internet connection. When your network is slow, you can't finish work, enjoy streaming movies or video games, or even control your smart home. Although we can’t control 100% of Internet failures, we can keep those failures at a minimum and maximize the usage and enjoyment of our home’s technological benefits. When you invest in a smart home automation system or whole house audio/video, it's crucial that you hire a local professional to install your network. Keep reading to discover why this is so important and the details of our wireless network services.

Smart home automation is growing at a rapid pace. According to a study done by CNET, more than a quarter of Americans already own some kind of smart home product, and 81 percent of smart home device owners say they would be more willing to buy a home with connected technology in place. Not only are Americans more interested in smart home technology, but home owners and builders have found that smart home automation drastically raises a property’s value and makes it sell faster. Whether you already have a full smart home system or just a few small gadgets like a Nest thermostat or surveillance camera, we’re here to explain the full value of owning a smart home. Here are the top three reasons why you should consider installing smart home automation technology in your Saratoga Springs, New York home.