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Avatar for Project Automate
Project Automate
12794 Washington Blvd
5.00(
25
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Approved Pro
Project Automate
12794 Washington Blvd
5.00(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

PROJECT: automate is the #1 rated smart home automation company in Los Angeles. Our systems are easy to use, and reliable, with uncompromising customer service when you need us. We have partnered the most exclusive manufacturers at the cutting-edge of home and office technology. No project too big or small. We will work with you and your designer, architect, and builder, from concept to completion. Our services include everything you need to simplify and secure your home environment: Audio & video, home theater design, high-tech security systems, surveillance, smart lighting, motorized shades, networking & WiFi, landscape lighting, and outdoor AV systems. Experience the "Art of Smart" process as we plan then familiarize you with your system before the project begins. We are providing complete solutions, custom tailored to suit your environment. For all your smart home or office, call PROJECT: automate, your one-stop-shop for modern technologies.

"Josh has been great! We’ve used him multiple times now."

Jennifer S on March 2021

PROJECT: automate is the #1 rated smart home automation company in Los Angeles. Our systems are easy to use, and reliable, with uncompromising customer service when you need us. We have partnered the most exclusive manufacturers at the cutting-edge of home and office technology. No project too big or small. We will work with you and your designer, architect, and builder, from concept to completion. Our services include everything you need to simplify and secure your home environment: Audio & video, home theater design, high-tech security systems, surveillance, smart lighting, motorized shades, networking & WiFi, landscape lighting, and outdoor AV systems. Experience the "Art of Smart" process as we plan then familiarize you with your system before the project begins. We are providing complete solutions, custom tailored to suit your environment. For all your smart home or office, call PROJECT: automate, your one-stop-shop for modern technologies.

"Josh has been great! We’ve used him multiple times now."

Jennifer S on March 2021


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Royal Theater Design, LLC
16706 Alginet Pl.
5.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
Royal Theater Design, LLC
16706 Alginet Pl.
5.00(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

We create home theaters, camera systems, networks, phone systems, house audio and state of the art home and business automation systems. From a smart home or business to the perfect family room experience, our professional designers will fit your lifestyle. We are confident that we will exceed your expectations. All of our work is guaranteed.

"Jeff (PM), Ruben, Jeremy, and George were very professional, knowledgeable, polite, and helpful. Will probably use them on any future A/V work."

Richard R on July 2022

We create home theaters, camera systems, networks, phone systems, house audio and state of the art home and business automation systems. From a smart home or business to the perfect family room experience, our professional designers will fit your lifestyle. We are confident that we will exceed your expectations. All of our work is guaranteed.

"Jeff (PM), Ruben, Jeremy, and George were very professional, knowledgeable, polite, and helpful. Will probably use them on any future A/V work."

Richard R on July 2022


Home Theater Doctor
2618 Voorhees Avenue, Unit C
4.76(
24
)
Approved Pro
Home Theater Doctor
2618 Voorhees Avenue, Unit C
4.76(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

When you're ready for the comfort and quality that comes with a top-of-the-line, integrated theater, home automation or whole house audio system, call us at Home Theater Doctor. We have the perfect blend of technical expertise, innovative products, individualized design and client service. With over 15 years of experience, there is no other way we could do business. We look forward to making your home theater dreams come true.

"They were great! They helped organize my wires and ran everything behind the wall to give clean look. They even helped me hang my surround sound speakers for no extra charge. Would highly recommend them! This was a few years ago, but I had such a positive experience that I just logged in to Home Advisor for the first time in years to get their contact info. I'm moving and definitely want to use them again."

Melissa T on June 2017

When you're ready for the comfort and quality that comes with a top-of-the-line, integrated theater, home automation or whole house audio system, call us at Home Theater Doctor. We have the perfect blend of technical expertise, innovative products, individualized design and client service. With over 15 years of experience, there is no other way we could do business. We look forward to making your home theater dreams come true.

"They were great! They helped organize my wires and ran everything behind the wall to give clean look. They even helped me hang my surround sound speakers for no extra charge. Would highly recommend them! This was a few years ago, but I had such a positive experience that I just logged in to Home Advisor for the first time in years to get their contact info. I'm moving and definitely want to use them again."

Melissa T on June 2017


Network Communication Solutions, Inc.
7921 Canoga Avenue
4.59(
106
)
Approved Pro
Network Communication Solutions, Inc.
7921 Canoga Avenue
4.59(
106
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Network Communication Solutions is your one stop shop for all of your TECHNOLOGY needs. We are a full-service Engineering-Technology company that provides solutions to; Commercial, Industrial and Residential industries. The industries we serve include; real estate, home health companies, healthcare, finance, and companies such as yours. We provide on-site services for the greater Los Angeles area. Our services include; Information Technology (computers-systems), Home Entertainment (audio-video, TV Mount, Surround Sound), Home Automation, CAT6/CAT5 - Cabling/wiring, Networking, Consulting Services, Access Control, Security Services. At Network Communication Solutions, our team members are highly educated and continuously upgrade our knowledge and experiences through research and development. Prompt professional service is the only way that we do business. Call today for a free estimate. http://www.NetworkComSolutions.com

"They did everything right"

Marty D on January 2019

Network Communication Solutions is your one stop shop for all of your TECHNOLOGY needs. We are a full-service Engineering-Technology company that provides solutions to; Commercial, Industrial and Residential industries. The industries we serve include; real estate, home health companies, healthcare, finance, and companies such as yours. We provide on-site services for the greater Los Angeles area. Our services include; Information Technology (computers-systems), Home Entertainment (audio-video, TV Mount, Surround Sound), Home Automation, CAT6/CAT5 - Cabling/wiring, Networking, Consulting Services, Access Control, Security Services. At Network Communication Solutions, our team members are highly educated and continuously upgrade our knowledge and experiences through research and development. Prompt professional service is the only way that we do business. Call today for a free estimate. http://www.NetworkComSolutions.com

"They did everything right"

Marty D on January 2019


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A & R Telcom, Inc.
3246 California Street
4.90(
24
)
Approved Pro
A & R Telcom, Inc.
3246 California Street
4.90(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Amazing ! Fast reply and fantastic job gambling TVs!!!"

Elizabeth H on February 2025

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Amazing ! Fast reply and fantastic job gambling TVs!!!"

Elizabeth H on February 2025


Avatar for MJ Mixon Low Voltage Systems
MJ Mixon Low Voltage Systems
106 North Chapel Avenue, Unit 9
4.88(
36
)
Approved Pro
MJ Mixon Low Voltage Systems
106 North Chapel Avenue, Unit 9
4.88(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

With 20 years of experience in the industry, MJ Mixon Low Voltage Systems is your industry expert in Los Angeles county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will treat your home as we would treat our own, give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!

"MJM LVS is AWESOME! Mr. Mixon arrived promptly as arranged, assessed my damaged outdoor television antenna, replaced it with a new antenna, and VOILA! the television reception was CRISP and CLEAR. I only wish I could check ALL of the service ratings! I would highly recommend to MJM to EVERYONE! :)"

Garfield M on November 2024

With 20 years of experience in the industry, MJ Mixon Low Voltage Systems is your industry expert in Los Angeles county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will treat your home as we would treat our own, give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!

"MJM LVS is AWESOME! Mr. Mixon arrived promptly as arranged, assessed my damaged outdoor television antenna, replaced it with a new antenna, and VOILA! the television reception was CRISP and CLEAR. I only wish I could check ALL of the service ratings! I would highly recommend to MJM to EVERYONE! :)"

Garfield M on November 2024


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Cinema Systems and Integration llc
6237 Foothill Blvd
3.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
Cinema Systems and Integration llc
6237 Foothill Blvd
3.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
128 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

Specializing in custom home audio/video, network, automation ( lights/curtain/FULL Home Automation ) sales, service, installation from simplest TV installation to elaborate custom home theater systems

"Truly a fantastic job!!"

Andrew S on July 2024

Specializing in custom home audio/video, network, automation ( lights/curtain/FULL Home Automation ) sales, service, installation from simplest TV installation to elaborate custom home theater systems

"Truly a fantastic job!!"

Andrew S on July 2024


Avatar for Royal Systems
Royal Systems
16706 Alginet Pl.
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Royal Systems
16706 Alginet Pl.
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
95 local quotes requested

In Business Since 2005 We create home theaters, camera systems, networks, phone systems, house audio and state of the art home and business automation systems. From a smart home or business to the perfect family room experience, our professional designers will fit your lifestyle. We are confident that we will exceed your expectations. All of our work is guaranteed. How We Got Started I chose to work in this industry because With a Cinema School degree from USC, and an aggressive hunger for the most riveting gadgetry in the ever changing world of technology, I started a low voltage company to bring my passion to your home or office. We pride ourselves knowing that our customers rely on the professionals at Royal Theater Design to build their dream system. We started in this industry in 2004. We describe our business as Family owned and operated Community Involvement Westchester Elk's Lodge Member

"I’ve had James and his team work on many projects for me over many years. Always professional. Always excellent service. True experts. Wouldn’t trust anyone else."

Alexander A on December 2024

In Business Since 2005 We create home theaters, camera systems, networks, phone systems, house audio and state of the art home and business automation systems. From a smart home or business to the perfect family room experience, our professional designers will fit your lifestyle. We are confident that we will exceed your expectations. All of our work is guaranteed. How We Got Started I chose to work in this industry because With a Cinema School degree from USC, and an aggressive hunger for the most riveting gadgetry in the ever changing world of technology, I started a low voltage company to bring my passion to your home or office. We pride ourselves knowing that our customers rely on the professionals at Royal Theater Design to build their dream system. We started in this industry in 2004. We describe our business as Family owned and operated Community Involvement Westchester Elk's Lodge Member

"I’ve had James and his team work on many projects for me over many years. Always professional. Always excellent service. True experts. Wouldn’t trust anyone else."

Alexander A on December 2024


Avatar for MJ Audio
MJ Audio
Based In
4.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
MJ Audio
Based In
4.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
380 local quotes requested

Home Automation, Home Theatre Installation, CCTV, Ring, Nest. I have been in Audio/Video for 20+ years. I take pride in all my work, my most important goal is to make sure my customer is happy at the end of the project.

"Amazing! Super easy, efficient and incredible work. Have already recommended to multiple friends."

Nastia L on December 2024

Home Automation, Home Theatre Installation, CCTV, Ring, Nest. I have been in Audio/Video for 20+ years. I take pride in all my work, my most important goal is to make sure my customer is happy at the end of the project.

"Amazing! Super easy, efficient and incredible work. Have already recommended to multiple friends."

Nastia L on December 2024


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Mr. Handyman Serving Beverly Hills & Hollywood
15720 Ventura Blvd
4.49(
522
)
Approved Pro
Mr. Handyman Serving Beverly Hills & Hollywood
15720 Ventura Blvd
4.49(
522
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
554 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Mr. Handyman is a licensed contractor (CA lic #807495) and proud to have a perfect record with the licensing board, a perfect AAA rating with the Better Business Bureau, and the most A ratings in the Handyman category on Angie's List. And we guarantee our work 100%! Our technicians are all full-time employees, with between 15 and 30 years of experience, and fully background-checked. We hire only the best craftsmen in Los Angeles. Mr. Handyman has won over 20 awards for service and we've been family-owned and operating in LA for 12 years. We're at your service!

"Great handyman!"

Kacy F on September 2023

Mr. Handyman is a licensed contractor (CA lic #807495) and proud to have a perfect record with the licensing board, a perfect AAA rating with the Better Business Bureau, and the most A ratings in the Handyman category on Angie's List. And we guarantee our work 100%! Our technicians are all full-time employees, with between 15 and 30 years of experience, and fully background-checked. We hire only the best craftsmen in Los Angeles. Mr. Handyman has won over 20 awards for service and we've been family-owned and operating in LA for 12 years. We're at your service!

"Great handyman!"

Kacy F on September 2023

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Home theater surround sound system installations FAQs

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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