Daylight Saving Time ends today (October 31st). While your phones and computers will automatically “fall back” an hour, you'll still need to check your ovens, microwaves, and, most importantly, your smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. The beginning and end of Daylight Saving Time is a good time to make sure all your alarms are working and to change the batteries.
Also, note the manufacture date of your devices. The National Fire Protection Association recommends replacing smoke alarms when they are 10 years old. Most carbon monoxide alarms have a lifespan of about seven years before they lose efficacy. If your devices need replacement, contact us to install new smoke/CO alarms for you. We recommend Nest Protect smoke & CO alarms, which check their batteries and sensors over 400 times a day, have a friendly human voice that tells you where the danger is, and can send alerts to your phone. Contact AvidWorks Technology for details. To date, we’ve earned more than 920 five-star reviews for our top quality work (Google, Nest, Trustpilot, Yelp). Send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021 to learn more.
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For the installation of smart home devices, contact AvidWorks Technology. To date, we’ve earned more than 920 five-star reviews (Google, Nest, Trustpilot, Yelp). Send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021 to learn more. Check out our great deals on smart home products! Save up to $100 and get free shipping through May 31st. (Free shipping offered for U.S. addresses only.) If you schedule an installation, our technician will bring the product(s) you purchased to your appointment. With 920+ five-star reviews (Google, Nest, Trustpilot, Yelp), you can count on top quality installation services. To order one of the products below, send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021. Prices shown are for products only. Installation services not included. ![]() Ecobee4 Smart Thermostat $149 Save $100! (Was $249) With a room sensor and built-in Amazon Alexa, Ecobee4 is the smart Wi-Fi thermostat that can listen to your voice commands and respond. Easily adjust your thermostat remotely using your Apple or Android device. Works with: Apple Homekit, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT and more. ![]() Maximus Smart Security Light/Camera Craftsman Style $99 Save $100! (Was $199) This elegant light fixture has an HD outdoor camera with 24/7 HD video feed, two-way talk, and an alarm. Replaces an existing exterior light. Perfect for patios! Purchase a companion light (no camera) for just $79. ![]() Maximus Smart Security Light/Camera Contemporary Style $99 Save $100! (Was $199) This elegant light fixture has an HD outdoor camera with 24/7 HD video feed, two-way talk, and an alarm. Replaces an existing exterior light. Perfect for patios! ![]() Maximus Smart Security Light/Camera Traditional Style $99 Save $100! (Was $199) This elegant light fixture has an HD outdoor camera with 24/7 HD video feed, two-way talk, and an alarm. Replaces an existing exterior light. Perfect for patios! ![]() August Smart Lock Pro Available in Silver finish $129 Save $100! (Was $229) This smart lock attaches to your existing deadbolt on the inside of your door, so your outside lock stays the same and you keep your existing keys. Use the August app to control your door to unlock/lock, grant guest access, see who came and left, and let anyone in from anywhere. (Remote access feature requires August Connect Wi-Fi Bridge, which is sold separately.) ![]() Kwikset Obsidian Keyless Z-Wave Electronic Touchscreen Deadbolt* Available in Satin Nickel finish $149 Save $80! (Was $229)
![]() Netgear CM1000 Ultra-High Speed Cable Modem $124.99 Save $60! (Was $184.99)
![]() Google Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera $99.00 Save $100! (Was $199) Has 24/7 live streaming in full 1080p HD, night vision, a versatile magnetic stand, and built-in speaker and mic. See the whole room or zoom in for a closer look. Get alerts on your phone if Nest Cam identifies motion or conspicuous sounds, like a boom or the crash of a window breaking. (Package has been opened, but product is brand new and unused. Requires Wi-Fi, a nearby electrical outlet, and a compatible mobile device.) ![]() Google Nest Protect Smoke & CO Alarm Wired Model, 2nd Gen. - Mfr. date March 2019 $69.00 Save $50! (Was $119) With a friendly human voice, Nest Protect speaks up if there’s smoke or CO and tells you where the danger is. It sends an alert to your phone when there’s a problem, and you can hush the alarm with your phone. Its Split‑Spectrum Sensor uses two wavelengths of light to detect smoke from both fast-burning and smoldering fires. And, it checks its batteries and sensors over 400 times a day. (Package has been opened, but product is brand new and unused.) ![]() Google Nest Protect Smoke & CO Alarm Battery Model, 2nd Gen. - Mfr. date Sept. 2017 $69.00 Save $50! (Was $119) With a friendly human voice, Nest Protect speaks up if there’s smoke or CO and tells you where the danger is. It sends an alert to your phone when there’s a problem, and you can hush the alarm with your phone. Its Split‑Spectrum Sensor uses two wavelengths of light to detect smoke from both fast-burning and smoldering fires. And, it checks its batteries and sensors over 400 times a day. (Package has been opened, but product is brand new and unused.) ![]() Google Home Mini Available in Chalk or Charcoal colors $25.00 Save $24! (Was $49) A smart speaker with the Google Assistant built in. Works with more than 5,000 smart home devices from more than 150 brands. (Requires Wi-Fi, a nearby electrical outlet, and a compatible mobile device.) ![]() Lithonia Lighting 2-Lamp Outdoor Flood Lights (just regular lights - not smart!) Black-Bronze finish $39.60 for set of 5 Save $15! (Was $54.60)
Order your smart home products and schedule your installation through AvidWorks Technology during the month of November for big discounts! See details below. Installation from a Top Nest Pro At AvidWorks Technology, we're passionate about smart homes and the security, convenience, and cost savings these Nest products can bring you. We're a top Nest Pro with 900+ five-star reviews (Google, Nest, Trustpilot, Yelp). Plus, Nest gives you an additional 3 years warranty on these 2 products when purchased from and installed by a Nest Pro:
The 4 Google Nest products below are on sale now through November 30th! Order products and schedule your expert installation through AvidWorks Technology to take advantage of these special bundle prices. To order, send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021.
To Order Products and Schedule an Appointment Send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021. We will ask you for some information to verify that you have the necessary infrastructure to ensure a successful installation. Payment for products is due in advance of installation appointments. We accept PayPal or credit cards. The technician will bring the product(s) to your installation appointment. Payment for the installation isn’t due until the work has been completed. Please let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to installing some terrific smart home technology for you! Offer valid for locations in our San Francisco Bay Area service area only. Offer expires November 30, 2019. Products must be ordered and the installation scheduled by November 30, 2019, but the installation date can be after November 30, 2019.
*Key standard installation requirements:
If you’re in California, you’re probably very concerned about the many wildfires that are burning. This is an especially good time to make sure all your smoke alarms are working. Or, contact us to install new, smart smoke alarms for you. Google Nest Protect smoke/CO alarms check their batteries and sensors over 400 times a day, have a friendly human voice that tells you where the danger is, and can send alerts to your phone.
Contact AvidWorks Technology for details. To date, we’ve earned more than 900 five-star reviews (Google, Nest, Trustpilot, Yelp) for our top quality work. Send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021 to learn more. ![]() It’s become common practice to change the batteries in your smoke alarm when you change your clocks as daylight saving time begins and ends. But, it’s also important to know that, according to the National Fire Protection Association, smoke alarms themselves should be replaced after 10 years. Today, one of our technicians came across this smoke alarm that may have been the original one installed when the home was built decades ago. Our technician removed it and installed new Nest Protect smoke/CO alarms for the homeowner. ![]() Some advantages to Nest Protect smoke/CO alarms:
For more information about having Nest Protects installed for you by an AvidWorks Technology technician, send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021 for details.
Check out this fun video highlighting some of our projects from the past year! Many thanks to all of our customers for the opportunities to keep you safe and make your homes more efficient with home automation in 2018.
For information on installing smart home products, call AvidWorks Technology at (800) 701-9021 or send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com. Moving to a new home can be overwhelming enough without having to worry about what to do with all your smart home devices. You’ll likely want to leave some of them behind if they will increase the value of the home you are selling – or if it’s just not worth the effort to remove them (e.g., a smart sprinkler controller or smart custom-fit window blinds).
For those smart home devices you choose to take with you, we're ready to help. AvidWorks Technology has experience with both installing and de-installing smart home devices. So, if you are planning a move, and have smart thermostats, cameras, a video doorbell, smoke alarms, locks, light switches, a garage door controller, etc., that you would like de-installed, send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com or call (800) 701-9021. ![]() One of our technicians recently did some troubleshooting of a customer’s Nest Protect smoke/CO2 alarms and determined that, unfortunately, they’d all been ruined because they weren’t protected from the dust and debris of a remodeling project in the home. Dust buildup on the outside or inside of a Nest Protect can stop its sensors from working properly. (The Nest Protect has 6 different sensors: Split-spectrum, carbon monoxide, heat, humidity, occupancy, and ambient light.) In addition, a Nest Protect's sensors can be damaged by common cleaning chemicals, paint, or too much water. So, be sure to take steps to protect your Nest Protects when needed and to clean them periodically as well. Here are some tips:
To clean the outside of a Nest Protect: Wipe with a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. To clean the smoke chamber inside: Take the Nest Protect off the wall or ceiling and follow the steps detailed on Nest’s website that correspond to the model you have. (On Nest's website, click on Nest Protect, scroll down, and choose the model you have - 1st gen Nest Protect or 2nd gen Nest Protect.) For installation or troubleshooting of Nest Protects, please contact AvidWorks Technology at info@avidworkstechnology.com or by calling (800) 701-9021. ![]() 2017 is more than halfway over, but it's still not too late to make a great New Year's Resolution! 2017 can be the year you make your home safer by installing smart smoke alarms such as Nest Protects. Get alerts on your phone and rest easy because the Protect checks its batteries and sensors over 400 times a day. Plus, you can see the battery status on your phone. ![]() Nest Protect works with other Nest products:
Which Nest Protect should you get? Just check the smoke alarms you have now. If they connect to wires, you’ll want Nest Protect (Wired 120V). If they don’t, you should get the Nest Protect (Battery). After that, you just have to choose the color you prefer – black or white. Contact AvidWorks Technology for installation assistance.
We’ll remove your existing smoke detectors, handle the programming of the new Nest Protects, and then put them all up for you. Click here to request an appointment, call (800) 701-9021, or send email to info@avidworkstechnology.com for more information and to schedule an appointment. |
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