Early Integration Creates Cleaner Installations, Greater Value, and Future-Ready Homes

There's a significant difference between retrofitting technology into a finished home and building it in from the start. When home automation systems for new construction are planned at the blueprint stage, builders avoid the compromises that come with retrofit installations—no visible wire runs, no cutting into finished walls, or simply not being able to add something because it breaks the budget. For Fort Worth builders and designers, partnering with Allied Home Technologies during the planning phase means cleaner installations, better coordination with trades, and homes that deliver the smart features today's buyers expect. The key is treating technology infrastructure like any other critical system: plan it early, integrate it properly, and build it to last.

Luxury Homeowners are Ditching the Switch for More Sophisticated Lighting 

Many luxury homes built in the last few years are missing something: rows of traditional light switches cluttering the walls. Smart lighting for luxury homes has become the new design standard, replacing utilitarian switch plates with elegant control panels that enhance rather than interrupt architectural beauty. These sophisticated systems offer more than convenience; they provide design flexibility that traditional lighting simply can't match. At Allied Home Technologies, we help Fort Worth's most discerning homeowners and designers create lighting environments where every room can shift from energizing workspace to intimate retreat with a single touch.

Transform Outdated Systems into Modern, Efficient Lighting That Adapts to Your Life

If your lighting control system was installed five or more years ago, chances are it's missing out on features that have become standard in modern homes. Maybe your lights don't respond to voice commands, or you can't adjust them from your phone when you're away. Perhaps the manufacturer stopped supporting your system altogether, leaving you stuck with technology that can't keep up. As winter approaches, now yes

is the perfect time to consider smart home lighting upgrades that do more than just turn lights on and off. At Allied Home Technologies, we help Fort Worth, TX homeowners transition from outdated systems to modern lighting control that integrates with your entire home, saves energy, and actually makes daily life easier.

Control4 X4 Makes Home Automation Faster and More Intuitive

Just like your smartphone improves with each update and your car's infotainment system becomes smarter over time, home automation technology also keeps advancing. Control4 system upgrades have reached a major milestone with X4 (OS 3.4)—the most significant update since 2019. This isn't just a minor refresh; it's a complete reimagining of how you interact with your smart home. Fort Worth homeowners with existing Control4 systems now have the opportunity to experience a more modern, responsive interface that matches the software standards we've come to expect from today's technology. At Allied Home Technologies, our team of Platinum Control4 experts is here to help you navigate this exciting upgrade and determine if your system is ready for the transformation.