AV SPECIALISTS, INC.
CLEARWATER, FLORIDA

We are full service audio, video, and automation company serving the areas of Clearwater, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Palm Harbor, and beyond. We design, engineer, program, install, and maintain We provide simple control of integrated technology such as audio, video, lighting, motorized shades, climate control, commercial and , and security components. Our extensive experience, customer-focused approach, and high quality of service makes it easy for you to experience all the benefits of customized technology solutions for your Florida home or business. View our video library for helpful tutorials on how to use your smart home automation system. We opened our Florida shop in 1995 based on the simple belief that we would do whatever we said we would. Many years later, we're still guided by that same principle. We keep our word and take pride in our work. Ours is an industry driven by hype. But unlike most audio/video providers, we don’t try to sell you stuff you don’t need. It’s not that the latest and greatest technology is never the right choice, but sometimes it isn't really the best choice. The most important thing is that your system works the way you want it to when you want it to. Our people and the services we provide define our automation company. We take pride in delivering a first-class client experience and work diligently to keep our staff trained and focused on always exceeding our client’s expectations. Our role as technology advocate begins with initial client discovery meetings and always take us through the long term service and care of completed installations. With our extensive experience providing smart technology and integrated systems, we are able to provide thoughtful discussion and valuable insight about what products and solutions work best to achieve a desired result for you. We advise on what brands and technologies are reliable and which play well with others. Get up to speed on the latest innovations and trends and have your questions answered. With our collaborative approach, expect to get ideas and creative suggestions on how to incorporate technology to enhance your life at home or for a business. We can even let you know what to avoid or where to proceed with caution, which can save time, money and frustration. We can apply our knowledge and expertise to documenting requirements for AV and integrated technology products, materials and services for a proposed project. We can work together with architects and engineers to assist in preparing contract documents and construction requirements. Our specifications describe the type and quality of every product required for the project including functionality, installation and finishing. Codes and standards are addressed where appropriate. If you may have a beautiful, high performance vehicle but can’t easily turn it on or drive it where you want to go, then it’s not as valuable. The same holds true with the user interface for your integrated technology system. Making sophisticated technology easy to use and simple for any user to get a high level of performance requires advanced work on the back end. Control systems continue to bring together more sub-systems from audio/video, media, lighting, shading, climate, etc.. It’s as if each is speaking a different language and we translate everything together so it speaks one language to you that’s easy to understand. Even if the equipment is properly selected and is robust, the programming effort will determine the intuitive operation. Our programmers balance the technical know-how with the human element so you won’t need a manual filled with lots of instructions whether you’re using a touch screen, keypad, remote, or smart device to control your system. Even though you can’t see it behind the walls, wire and cabling provides the electronic infrastructure for your Tampa or Palm Harbor, FL smart technology system. The quality of the performance of your systems in the greater Clearwater, FL area needs to be executed with skill, precision, and some finesse. As much as we value our manufacturer partners, different products and brands have nuances that require special know-how and experience to optimize installation and access all the needed functionality. Our trained technicians receive ongoing education and stay up to date on the latest standards and best practices. We take pride in executing your system design with quality craftsmanship so it functions as desired and is reliable. Commissioning A quality assurance process for installed commercial or smart home automation systems prior to occupancy is best achieved with commissioning services. It’s our goal to make sure the final installed system meets owner requirements and the design intent as planned after the many variables within the construction process. Owners will experience reduced energy and operating costs and enhanced satisfaction and acceptance from users. Technologies such as lighting control and building automation have become increasingly more complex with integration, daylighting, occupancy sensors, security, and addressable components. Verifying functionality throughout design and construction phases has become more essential to make a project successful. Commissioning is required to meet certifications such as LEED or ASHRAE compliances. Existing facilities throughout the greater Tampa, FL area also have the option for retro-commissioning and re-commissioning. Peace of mind, scheduling maintenance, and optimizing system performance for functionality and energy savings is accomplished with system monitoring services. From a dashboard on a touch screen or a secure software application on a computer or smart device, real time information is accessible to provide status of temperature, security, l and more 24/7 whether you’re in Palm Harbor, FL or on the other side of the globe. IP Devices and service provider accounts are effectively managed including information and documents such as warranties and device manuals.