We have been slowly switching all of our AV; security cameras, and local wired and wifi network…read moreover to Full Spectrum. Their quality is top notch. My latest add was a NAS to house a lot of educational and Great Courses videos and CDs, we collected during the Pandemic. They definitely walked me through all the equipment and software choices and helped me with scripts to load my collection.

We have a big complicated AV system we asked if they could take over and help us fix as the…read moreinternet was not working. They came by and looked and told us it was a bigger problem they could not fix and would send us a quote. The quote included several pieces of equipment that were priced 2-5x retail. FSTG-DREAM-PRO 10G Cloud Gateway with 100+ UniFi device / 1,000+ client support and 3.5 Gbps IPS routing. was quoted as $999.99 when it retails for $379 FSTG 10Gbps SFP+ Direct Attach Cable (1meter) was quoted at $29.99 when it retails for $15 OvrC Pro Lifetime License + Hub, non-locking barrel connector power connection type was quoted as $999.99 when it retails for to $199 *note this is only available to authorized AV dealers but a 5x mark up is insane I asked why and was told it was small business markup and was told quote "It includes sourcing, shipping, platform fees, payment processing fees and more that our clients may not originally consider. The raised price also covers our regular remote network maintenance, ensuring your network continuously runs at peak performance following the conclusion of the project. A large portion of business model is our post-install support and efforts to create peace of mind for our clientele regarding our systems." However on that quote was also a $70/mo service plan that was supposed to cover the aforementioned post-install support. I asked about the double charge for support and asked if I could bring my own equipment and they ignored my email So this company is SUPER SHADY and please review your quotes and google any equipment that they tell you that you need because 1. you probably don't need it (we ended up fixing the internet ourselves) and 2. they are probably overcharging you. Just run the quote through Claude or ChatGPT and ask if there's anything concerning in it. It will do all the research for you.

Do not hesitate. Full stop. Henry and his crew (shout out Ramon!) packed all my gear, set it up in…read morea new house, and attended to everything. I was super picky and he and his crew accommodated everything and the quote was the exact price I was charged. They answered all my dumb questions, explained all the options, and came back TWICE to tweak things I wanted. One of the best customer experiences I've had. Don't hesitate to hire these guys.

I don't know how this company has so many 5 star reviews. For a premium price, I would expect…read morepremium value and instead got a mediocre install. Context: I initially hired Man Cave of America to mount two Samsung Frame TVs - one in a media cabinet and another on a plaster wall. In the end, the work on the media cabinet was so subpar that I did not trust them with installing a TV on a delicate plaster wall and asked them to leave. Pros: - They were able to widen an in wall hole for wires without drilling into the wall Cons: - Lack of precision. They had to drill 3 sets of holes. Any experienced mounter will tell you that Samsung Frame TVs require precision - they clearly did not understand this or have experience with this. Now I have a number of holes in my wall for no reason. - Lack of efficiency. They quoted 4 hours of work for 2 TVs. I thought this was high given prior mounting job experiences but they had good reviews so I let it slide. Mounting one TV took them no joke 3.5 hours. I was flabbergasted. - Poor communication. I noticed that the team was having trouble mounting the TV and asked if there were any challenges. They said no and said it would be just another 15 minutes. 20 minutes later, I asked them again how it's going, they said it would be 15 minutes. This pattern repeated for three cycles and I lost trust in their work. I would much rather have someone explain the challenges they're facing so I can understand the issue vs. say nothing is wrong and burn time. - Lack of attention to detail. After 3 attempts to mount and 3.5 hours of work, the TV is still not level - again, I was flabbergasted! - They left a number of tools at our house which is just unprofessional. How mediocre their work is became very clear when I had another mounting company, R8Works, install the TV on the plaster wall. The mounting took less than 1 hour, was mounted on the first try, was perfectly leveled, and was legit 1/3 of the price. I cannot reccomend Man Cave of America but highly recommend R8Works.

Very knowledgeable and trustworthy! They helped me tremendously, revamping our AV system. They…read moresimplified everything and didn't try to sell additional components. Alex is awesome! Callie is helpful too.

If I could give Alex and his team six stars I would! They were all fantastic. We installed a…read morefour-camera Ring video system at my elderly mother's house. They listened carefully to our requirements, promptly recommended a solution and then came over within a few days to do the installation. They were extremely patient in explaining everything about the system to my mother and said that whatever she needed they would be there if she had questions. The kind of service that Alex and Bay Area Smart Home offer was above and beyond anything I expected. I can't recommend them enough.

I can't recommend Rudy enough! He came in after another installer (Armando) completely butchered a…read more$10,000+ audio/video project and left me hanging with shortcuts, mistakes, and half-done work. Where others saw a desperate situation and wanted to overcharge, Rudy saw a challenge and delivered. He worked with what he had, fixed every issue, and got my entire system running perfectly without a single hiccup. His attention to detail is unmatched--especially on my projector screen install. I was nervous because the studs in the wall left no room for error, but Rudy's measurements were spot-on, and he got it done with absolute precision and accuracy. Beyond the quality, Rudy is fair, honest, and budget-friendly. He didn't take advantage of the situation; instead, he went above and beyond to make sure everything was done the right way. After dealing with the stress of a bad contractor, Rudy was a lifesaver and turned the whole project around. If you need someone who is a good person in your house, reliable, highly skilled, and professional for audio/video work, Rudy is the guy. I'd give him 10 stars if I could!

Rudy did a great job with my TV mount. I can't stand external wires so we did an in wall install…read more Everything went smooth as sill. He was very friendly, efficient and would definitely work with him again!

Brian from Hamilton Electric was extremely helpful! He arrived on time, was efficient,…read moreprofessional, and very communicative throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain everything thoroughly and made sure I understood the work being done. I really appreciated his attention to detail and excellent service. I would highly recommend Hamilton Electric and would definitely use them again in the future!

Needed to diagnose problem with landscape lighting on outdoor stairs. Brian responded fast, arrived…read moreon time, diagnosed quickly and made spot on recommendation(s). Really simple - definitely how it should be. First exposure to Hamilton and it was perfect. Keep it up. Thanks for helping me today.

AvidWorks Technology installed 5 Ring cameras and 1 Ring Video Doorbell at my home. The project was…read morecompleted on time and on budget, exactly as promised. Their team showed excellent knowledge and installation skills, making the whole process smooth and professional. The equipment works flawlessly, and their attention to detail is impressive. I highly recommend AvidWorks Technology to anyone considering a home security project. They delivered excellent service, and I'll gladly use them again in the future.

I worked with them to replace old ADT cameras with new Reolink cameras. They are probably the most…read morethorough contractor of any kind I've ever worked with.

Chris was a subcontractor on our home remodel, and he was impressive from the get-go. What really…read morestood out to us was the long hours he put in, the thoroughness of his work, his knowledge of cutting-edge home electrical systems (our new SPAN), and his dedication to meeting our needs. We had so many questions, and he patiently and clearly addressed them all. We highly recommend Chris and SY Electric without hesitation.

Very responsive and came out a day later to give me a free estimate on a project for adding a…read more240/50 for my EV. Gave me options and there was zero pressure. His price was competitive and his work was solid; I look forward to working with him on future projects

we have had considerable difficulty getting our Sonos system working properly. Ron came in,…read moreassessed the situation, and unraveled a complex mess of problems in the way our system had been put together. we are now the happy owners of a properly functioning Sonos system, and are listening to beautiful music. Ron is a natural problem-solver. Many thanks!

I've worked with First Reflection for almost a decade on home automation projects. Ron is a true…read moreprofessional and subject matter expert in the automation (excellent on Control 4) and audio/video field. The range of First Reflection to support minor service and maintenance requests to large systems projects makes them a standout and can endorse them with confidence!

Great service! Have used this company a few times and the work is always top notch. Would highly…read morerecommend!

Excellent work. Will definitely hire again if he is available but have not had any responses so not…read moresure if still in business or not

FREEOM ALARM, INC. DESERVES 1,0000 STARS FOR PROFESSIOSALISM, CUSTOMER SERVICE, PUCTUALITY,…read moreINTEGRITY, AND HEART! It is with awe struck tears flowing down my face that I am writing this review! I am a born again Christian who prays about everything. I am, also, a widow who depends upon Jesus for my every need. A year ago my alarm system of 20 years stared giving me issues. The alarm company I use said it was time for a new system. I ordered the one that they recommended and they installed it. Recently I began having issues with one of my sensors. I changed the battery as instructed. A week later, that same sensor started setting off my alarm at all hours of the day and night. I called my alarm company and was told that it would cost me a good amount of money to have them run a diagnostic and fix it; but that it would be money well spent or I could discontinue to use their services. I was shocked and heartbroken. I felt abandoned. I tried calling three different times over a course of about ten days. I just wanted to ask them if they thought I might be able to order a new sensor and change it myself or if they thought it was a faulty system that I should return to Amazon. My calls have still not been returned. So Thursday night I took this problem to Jesus in prayer. He led me to google "Christian Family Owned Alarm Companies in Antioch". I didn't even know there was such a thing. However, when I plugged that in, Freedom Alarm Company popped up. The reviews were amazing! On Friday I called Freedom Alarm Company to get a quote from them . I was pleasantly surprised that within moments James called me back. He patiently listened to my story, was so kind and friendly, asked me questions about my system, had me send him pictures, and then said, "I have been in this business for 26 years. and I am not familiar with this system. Let me just come and take a look at it and see what we can do. If its an easy fix, we'll just take care of it for you." We scheduled for him to come the next morning, which is now Saturday. He arrived on time, looked at my panel, looked at the sensor, and within moments, he had figured out the problem and explained it to me. He decided to put another set of new batteries in, and fixed the sensor case using tape on the inside to give it a snugger fit. He, also, spotted the loose sensor on my sliding door and quickly did the same. As I reached for my purse to pay him, He said, "No, I am not taking any money. This took me no time at all. It was an easy fix." I tried to insist. I said, "Let me pay you for your time. This is Saturday. You took the time to come and I am not even a paying customer of yours. You spent your gas to get here." He looked at me kindly but firmly and said, "I am not billing you for this. I do not want your money. I do not need your money." That is when the tears started. I knew in that moment that one more time in my life Jesus had indeed shown Himself strong on my behalf over this challenging situation when He led me to FREEDOM ALARM. I asked if I could at least pray with Him. I prayed a blessing over this man's life. Then I asked him, "What makes you do this? Why are you so kind?" He answered with joy and a smile on HIs face, "I lost my dad several years ago. My mom is alone. I try and treat people the way I want to be treated...the way I want people to treat my mom." As I shut the door after him I couldn't stop crying. I thought, 'Was that an angel in disguise?' However, I then remembered all of the amazing reviews I had read, so I know James is a real human being. He just happens to be an extraordinary man with a huge heart; and God uses Him in extraordinary ways to be a blessing to the world around Him. Moving forward I will be highly recommending Freedom Alarm to everyone looking for an alarm company or anyone who has any alarm repair needs. When the time comes for me to get another alarm, I will be reaching out to Freedom Alarm. JAMES 1:27 - PURE RELEGION AND UNDEFILED BEFORE GOD AND THE FATHER IS THIS, TO VISIT THE FATHERLESS AND WIDOWS IN THEIR AFFLICTION, AND TO KEEP HMSELF UNSPOTTED FROM THE WORLD.

I highly recommend Freedom Alarm! James, the owner, is wonderful to work with, and Damien was…read moreextremely professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful. They were reliable, efficient, and took the time to make sure everything was done correctly and that I understood everything. It's refreshing to work with a company that truly cares about its customers and provides excellent service. I would absolutely recommend Freedom Alarm to anyone looking for a trustworthy and professional alarm company!