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Avatar for Bill Lee Electric
Bill Lee Electric
3.8(
58
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My name is Tony R. I'd like to let everyone who might be interested in a professional home theater installation, or, just a simple mounting of a TV on the wall, or, over a fireplace. OMG! Brett Lee did the most amazing Job for me. Brett is very kind and patient. He is smart and incredibly knowledgeable. Additionally, the frosting on the cake for me was his very high level of professionalism and respect for my home and property. Seriously, people, you won't be disappointed. I highly recommend Brett Lee of Unique Audio & Video Inc. I will definitely be using Brett for future home projects. Tony R."
Rack in Pantry Cabinet
Rack in Pantry Cabinet
Rack in Pantry Cabinet
Rack in Pantry Cabinet
TV over outdoor Fireplace

+16

Response time8 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Premier A/V & Integration
Premier A/V & Integration
5.0(
46
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm somewhat computer literate but my new Samsung TV's came with "Crap apps" and a maze of rental movies, internet channels---Jeff and Julio , in 45 minutes saved me hours of programming. I now have all TV's synchronized and easy to watch. In fact, my wife and I are going to stay home and watch a movie tonight."
Full motion wall mount
Over the fireplace
Edge less in-ceiling speakers
Structure Box
Patio/pool

+45

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
Geek Choice Nationwide Remote & In Home Service
4.3(
525
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I called to schedule a 1-hour in-home computer tune-up.  The person I spoke with seemed very professional and we made an appointment for 3:30 pm the next Friday.  ON the day of the appointment, my husband got a call at 9 am from someone who said he was coming to our house and was going to late.  The guy calling had trouble explaining who he was, but my husband figured out eventually that he was coming from Geek Choice and that he thought the appointment was at 9 am.  My husband explained that I wasn't home and that the appointment was actually scheduled for 3:30 pm.  The technician was pretty upset - despite the fact that he was half an hour away from our house at that time.  But he did agree to come at 3:30 pm.
At 3:50 pm, no sign of him.  I called to see what was going on.  He didn't apologize, just said he was caught in traffic -- that Friday afternoons are a bad time to be on the highway.  At the time, he was so far away that even without  traffic it would have taken him 30 minutes to get to our house.  I said we would need to reschedule and he seemed shocked.  I decided that with that level of customer service, I would just find someone else.
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Matt Gardner
Geek Choice HQ
Geek Choice on the Town
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Premier Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aaron installed a fax/phone jack for me this morning. He was pleasant and professional and did a fine job. His price was reasonable. When the job turned out to be simpler than expected (due to some usable existing wiring and a usable existing wall box), he even offered to reduce the price he quoted me on the phone. I would definitely call him again for electrical, phone, home theater, or security system work.
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Accent Lighting
Bathroom
Kitchen Lighting
Yucaipa Home Theater
Yucaipa Seating

+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Voltage
4.6(
7
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Precision Voltage, is family owned and operated since 2016. We specialize in professional, expert, and friendly home theater surround sound installs. No job is too big or too small. Call us today for a free estimate! Proudly serving San Bernardino, Orange and Riverside Counties.

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for home theater surround sound system installation projects in Palm Desert, CA

Installing ceiling speakers is challenging and often the most difficult type of installation for surround sound systems. It involves electrical work and cutting into the ceiling, all done from a ladder, which can slow progress and increase labor costs. You can save money by choosing surface-mounted speakers on brackets instead of in-ceiling designs.

Surround sound systems are worthwhile if you value immersive experiences for movies and gaming. For casual music listening or TV watching, the benefits may not justify the costs. Consider testing a system at a retail store to determine if it's right for you. Starting with a standard 5.1 system allows you to upgrade over time.

Soundbars are an efficient audio solution that delivers clear sound. They can simulate the surround sound experience when you pair them with satellite speakers. However, dedicated 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound systems offer superior fidelity and immersive performance that is essential for fully engaging movie, TV, and gaming experiences.

The cost to install a home theater system represents a comprehensive entertainment experience that transforms your living space. Building a home theater system costs an average of $17,500, including essential components such as a large TV or projector, a surround sound system, premium seating, and a media center. The overall expense adjusts based on room dimensions and the quality of each appliance, ensuring that every installation meets specific spatial and performance requirements. This structured cost approach provides a clear framework for achieving a high-performance home theater.

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