Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Home Automation Partner in Albany, NY
Since 1984, we have been the Capital Region's premier provider of advanced home technology solutions. Our team of experienced design and installation professionals specializes in creating customized smart home systems, home entertainment setups, commercial boardroom solutions, and lighting systems featuring circadian rhythm technology. With a showroom located in Stuyvesant Plaza, we offer hands-on demonstrations of the latest audio/video equipment, automation systems, and shading solutions. Our expertise extends to both residential and commercial clients, including hospitality venues requiring state-of-the-art conference rooms and hotel room displays.We pride ourselves on delivering personalized service, with free home consultations and a commitment to matching local competitors' prices on identical products. Our portfolio showcases diverse projects, from fireplace-mounted televisions with hidden wiring to fully automated home theaters with acoustic treatment. Backed by partnerships with industry-leading brands like B&O and Lutron, we combine technical excellence with customer-centric service to transform living and working spaces across the Capital Region.
Services
Home Automation
Custom Home Theaters
Smart Home Systems
Lighting Control
Surveillance Cameras
Outdoor Entertainment
Commercial Boardrooms
Audio Installation
Window Treatments
Home Security
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in home technology solutions
- Our team includes certified design and installation professionals
- We offer free home consultations with hands-on expertise
- We maintain partnerships with industry-leading brands like B&O
- Our portfolio demonstrates diverse, complex project capabilities
What people say
Great job guys
Excellent, patient and knowledgeable
TV looks great on the wall
Perfect acoustic treatment
Seamless smart home integration
Services
Home Automation
We design and install comprehensive home automation systems that integrate audio/video, lighting, shades, thermostats, and security. Our solutions allow complete control through touchscreens, keypads, or mobile apps. With over 40 years of experience, we create customized systems that adapt to your lifestyle while maintaining seamless aesthetics and functionality.
Custom Home Theaters
Our custom home theaters combine premium audio/video equipment with tailored acoustic treatments and lighting control. We create immersive entertainment spaces with hidden wiring, surround sound speaker placement, and iPad-controlled environments. Each installation considers room dimensions, viewing angles, and acoustic properties to deliver cinema-quality experiences in private residences.
Surveillance Cameras
We install state-of-the-art surveillance systems for residential and commercial properties. Our solutions include cloud-based and locally stored options with remote viewing capabilities through automation systems. Systems can be integrated with existing security measures and customized for both indoor and outdoor environments, providing comprehensive protection for homes and businesses.
Lighting Control
Our lighting control systems feature Lutron technology and circadian rhythm adjustments. We implement automated lighting solutions that respond to occupancy sensors, time-of-day schedules, or manual controls. Systems can be integrated with other smart home features, allowing synchronized control of lighting, shades, and environmental settings through unified interfaces.
Commercial Boardrooms
We design smart office solutions featuring video conferencing systems, automated shades, presentation displays, and integrated control systems. Our commercial installations optimize productivity through seamless technology integration, including wireless presentation capabilities and centralized control of audio/video, lighting, and climate systems in corporate environments.
Questions
What home automation services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive home automation solutions including lighting control, security systems, climate control, and entertainment systems integration. Our systems can be controlled through touchscreens, keypads, or mobile apps.
Do you offer commercial automation solutions?
Yes, we specialize in commercial boardroom automation, including video conferencing systems, presentation displays, and integrated control systems for corporate environments.
Can you install TVs in challenging locations?
Our team has extensive experience with unique installations including fireplace-mounted televisions, outdoor entertainment systems, and custom acoustic treatments for optimal sound quality.
Do you provide price matching?
Yes, we offer a price match guarantee on identical items from local competitors, with proof of the competing offer, excluding special promotions or limited quantity offers.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Capital Region including Albany, NY and surrounding communities, providing both residential and commercial technology solutions.
Do you have a showroom?
Yes, our showroom in Stuyvesant Plaza features the latest audio/video equipment, automation demonstrations, and lighting control systems for hands-on experience with our solutions.
Reviews (3)
Anthony M. Gucciardo
Jul 02, 2017
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I had an outstanding experience with Hippos home entertainment. They installed a 12 speaker system in my house and couldn't have been more patient with my family and I. Damon even came back twice on a holiday weekend to make sure we had Wi-Fi for our computers. I highly recommend this company for anyone looking for outdoor or indoor entertainment.
Kim Fisher Levin
Feb 20, 2016
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From the moment you walk in the door you are treated like a family member. We worked mostly with Paul and Al, but our experience with everyone was the same. From the staff who came out to set up the house to the owner who would often walk aver just to say hello. The young men who came to the house were always considerate of the space they were working in. They were polite and I will say that I have never seen a better audio system set up anywhere.
These young men know what they are doing. Everything was explained to us. We are 60 and over. Technology is not our forte and we were very nervous about it. Paul kept telling us we could do it but if we had questions just call them anytime. We have NOT had one question. If we can do it anyone can. Paul steered us in directions we were unsure of but we trusted him and he was spot on with everything.
He is honest and just wants who he is working with to be happy. We could not be happier with this experience. Thank you Hippo, thank you thank you thank you! As I sit here and listen to Warren Hill blasting through the house. My children are jealous!
These young men know what they are doing. Everything was explained to us. We are 60 and over. Technology is not our forte and we were very nervous about it. Paul kept telling us we could do it but if we had questions just call them anytime. We have NOT had one question. If we can do it anyone can. Paul steered us in directions we were unsure of but we trusted him and he was spot on with everything.
He is honest and just wants who he is working with to be happy. We could not be happier with this experience. Thank you Hippo, thank you thank you thank you! As I sit here and listen to Warren Hill blasting through the house. My children are jealous!
Jm Seneca
Feb 05, 2016
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The best place to buy home entertainment equipment by far! Everyone was great from the sales people, delivery and set up people, to the owner himself! Would highly recommend and tell them Jim and Jill sent you. :
