How a Professional Home Network Installation Can Help

Given the concerns about health in the current environment, you might be thinking – now I have to worry about something else? The short answer is no. But scientific research has shown that there can be adverse health effects with too much exposure to electromagnetic radiation (EMR). You may already know that, as many people choose not to buy a home that is too close for comfort to high-current powerlines.

Just as there are people that are highly sensitive to gluten and other foods while others have no issues, some people may be more sensitive to the effects of EMR. We need to be clear – low levels of EMR, such as the radio waves used in wireless technologies, are not proven to have harmful effects on humans. But just as gluten has a real impact on some people, other research has suggested that we don't know everything. In 1996, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched an extensive, multidisciplinary research effort to study the effects of EMR.  While current evidence does not confirm any health issues from exposure to low levels of EMR, it also noted that more research is needed as many gaps in knowledge exist.

What does it all mean? As a professional home network installer, Avidia designs and installs many wireless networks in Wilmette and across the Chicago area. If you are concerned about the effects of EMR, we can help. Read on for more.

At Avidia, we’re celebrating our anniversary with a feature in CEPro and exciting plans for the future

Since our doors opened in 2010, we’ve undergone tremendous change and growth here at Avidia. Our evolutionary path has taken us from a start-up company performing basic installation jobs and product development to a first-class home automation company specializing in custom integration projects in Northbrook, IL.

This year, we rang in our 10-year anniversary with a featured cover story in CEPro about how far our company has come in the last decade. Today, we’d like to take some time to reflect on our company vision, mission and goals, and where we see ourselves in the future. Keep reading for an inside look at Avidia’s journey.

Discover a Stylish Solution: Crestron’s Elegant Horizon Keypads

If you're building or remodeling a house, chances are you are adding many different types of built-in lighting. One of the issues with numerous lights is the banks of switches required to control all the loads. Those switches often take up lots of wall space, are confusing (especially when they are multi-way), and need several steps to illuminate the area just the way you want.

Of course, there’s an easy solution to managing lighting in your Lake Forest, IL home – a residential lighting control system. Lighting control can consolidate switches, offer wireless capabilities for flexible installation, and simplify getting the lighting right for any time of the day.

If you value design and aesthetics, some lighting technology solutions may leave you wanting. However, Crestron's sleek Horizon keypads break that mold. Supremely stylish and highly configurable, it's the keypad that savvy designers love to specify. And they do much more than control the lights, too!

Read on to learn why Crestron Horizon keypads are the choice for the design-conscious home.

Avidia will stay open as a federally mandated essential business

As businesses close throughout the country to aid in social distancing and halting the spread of COVID-19, we have been designated by the government as an essential business that may remain open to support our community during this time. That being said, we’re not conducting business as usual. Your safety is of the utmost importance to us, which is why we’ve implemented special steps to protect clients and staff during the COVID-19 outbreak in the US. You can explore the steps we’ve taken here.

Why Stay Inside for Your Entertainment?

Once the cold recedes and flowers start to bud, any time spent indoors during beautiful weather feels like a waste in Illinois. But because of busy work schedules and routines, we still spend most of our days between walls. When you’re at home, why not spend as much time as possible in fresh air? You’ll elevate your mood and receive more vitamin D. An outdoor speaker system can help you get there.

Whether you’re doing an at-home workout, having a barbeque with family, or sunbathing with a book, it’s all best with your favorite music in the warm air. Plus, outdoor TVs can bring fun TV shows and movie nights into your backyard. To learn how the weatherproof technology will work in your Northbrook, IL yard, read more below.

The team at Avidia is keeping an eye on all the latest news about the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States and around the world, and we are taking all necessary precautions to keep our employees, clients and community safe during this time. Health precautions and protocols in line with WHO and CDC directives are taking place throughout our organization to reduce the spread of disease. Every day our team reviews up-to-date recommendations to ensure we’re doing everything we can to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Mantel Mounts & Hidden Technology Make the Most of an Audio Video Installation

There’s something so aesthetically pleasing about installing your TV above the fireplace. It looks neat, organized, and ties your décor together into an inviting atmosphere. But depending on the height and dimensions of your fireplace, it may be uncomfortable to crane your neck upwards to watch your favorite shows and movies above the fire. And while convenient, you might not always like the appearance of a large, black rectangle in your living room when the screen is off.

Luckily, we have the technology to address this and more. Continue reading to learn how mantel mounts and hidden technology can make the most of your space, making your audio video installation blend seamlessly with your Northbrook, IL home.

Discover the New Options with Ultra-Short Throw Projectors

 A media room is a place where you want to enjoy your entertainment with the best possible audio and video quality for an engaging experience. Usually, that means fitting the largest, highest-quality screen in that space that fits both your viewing preferences and your home’s style.

When it comes to large screens, it's tough to beat the image from a projector for big-screen performance. For some spaces, though, projectors may not be the best fit practically or aesthetically. A projector requires a ceiling or back wall installation for optimal performance, and some spaces are not well suited for that.

In the past few years, a new high-quality large-screen option has emerged: the ultra-short throw projector. These projectors are easier to place and install, can display screens up to 120 inches in diameter, and even work well in rooms with lots of ambient light. 

If you're looking for a cinematic screen with less fuss in your Northbrook, IL media room setup, keep reading to learn more about ultra-short throw options.

Tunable Lighting Is the Hottest New Feature of Residential Lighting Control

What is human-centric lighting? It sounds like a buzzword, but there is real science behind it. Saying something is human-centric is applying science to benefit the biological and emotional health and wellbeing of people.

As applied to lighting, human-centric means adjusting the color temperature and intensity of electric light sources to mimic what sunlight does throughout the day. Studies show that lighting can have a profound impact on the way we feel. Have you ever felt tired and sluggish on a succession of cloudy days in the depths of a Chicagoland winter?  Can you recall the positive difference the sun makes when it shines afterward?

The thrust behind human-centric lighting is letting technology simulate natural light to keep us in tune with our natural rhythms. It’s the latest smart feature in today’s residential lighting control systems, and we’ll explore why you should consider it for your Glenview, IL home.

Read on to learn more about human-centric lighting and its benefits. 

How to Enjoy TV in Your Northbrook, IL Home Without Cable  

Are you sick of dealing with Comcast and its cable services? When it comes to TV, Comcast is not known for being flexible with its options. If you’re looking for new ways to explore TV shows and films, you may have considered abandoning cable altogether.

But before you cut the cord, follow Avidia’s guide to understand your options. We service Northbrook, IL families with custom audio visual services and know the importance of a well-running home network, theater, or media room.