| When it comes to high-end whole house systems, | | | | might add, as most of the manufacturers will soon |
| they generally cost from $5,000 to $250,000. This price | | | | choose to introduce this on a wide scale. |
| usually does not include installation fees, so take a | | | | There are some types of high-end systems that |
| good look at what the dealer is offering before | | | | come directly with sophisticated lighting control |
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| ensure it will be properly configured and installed, as | | | | that you can customize according to your needs and |
| these two areas can sometimes cost more than the | | | | wishes. Other types of home automation systems are |
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| can even get sprinkler and pool/spa control systems, | | | | other modules on your own expenses. It is very much |
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| The various features and functions that high-end | | | | audio and video gear! This may cost a small fortune, if |
| systems usually include need a rather complicated | | | | you asked fact is that not all people are fans of these |
| interface to the users. Otherwise, the control would be | | | | DIY things. People are much more interested in |
| very complicated. Because a touch screen can have | | | | pre-programmed or plug-and-play systems. |
| the buttons specially designed for each and every | | | | Therefore, before deciding upon a certain high-end |
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