Smart Automation Systems in Glendale
Create a home that responds to you with smart automation designed specifically for Glendale's hillside homes, mid-century gems, and modern condos. From the Verdugo Mountains foothills to Brand Boulevard, our team engineers reliable systems that make daily life easier, safer, and more efficient. Shaffer Construction, Inc. plans, installs, and programs whole-home automation—lighting, climate, security, shades, and networking—so everything works seamlessly. We address Glendale's heat, EV readiness, and Wi\u2011Fi coverage challenges with thoughtful design, top-tier hardware, and clean installation. Expect professional results, clear communication, and end-to-end support.
Our Work
Benefits
Future-Ready Home Upgrades
We design automation systems that scale as your needs grow. Our plans standardize on open, interoperable tech: Cat6 home runs to strategic locations, PoE for cameras/access points, and Wi‑Fi 6/6E mesh for dense condo environments. We specify hubs that support Matter, Thread, Zigbee, and Z‑Wave to protect your investment. Energy monitors, load-shedding relays, and future EV/generator integration are incorporated from day one so upgrades are simple, not disruptive.
Code Compliance Guaranteed
Shaffer Construction manages permitting, inspections, and documentation with the City of Glendale Building and Safety Division. We build to the California Electrical Code (CEC, based on NEC), Title 24 lighting controls, and Glendale municipal requirements. We use in-wall-rated cabling (CM/CL2 or CMP where required), listed enclosures, and proper low-voltage/line-voltage separation. Our submittals, as-builts, and labeling make inspections smooth and maintenance straightforward long after the job is done.
Superior Workmanship Every Time
Our team installs smart dimmers, sensors, hubs, and low-voltage wiring with an electrician’s eye for safety and longevity. We terminate Cat6 on shielded keystones, use drip loops and weatherproof fittings outdoors, and provide surge protection at the service and subpanels to protect sensitive electronics. All devices are labeled, breaker directories are updated, and racks are ventilated and secured. We test every circuit, cable, and device so your system performs day one—and years later.
Tailored Smart Home Design
Every Glendale home is different. We begin with a room-by-room use-case mapping—scenes, schedules, and controls—then layer network coverage plans and power needs. We model RF and physical barriers common in hillside properties, identify optimal AP and switch locations, and plan wire paths that minimize patchwork repairs. For condos, we tailor solutions to HOA rules. You receive a clear scope, floor plan markups, equipment list, and phased roadmap that fits your budget and timeline.
What We Offer
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit in Glendale for smart home work?+
Low-voltage devices (sensors, data cabling, many hubs) typically don’t require permits, but new electrical circuits, panel upgrades, or hardwired power supplies do. We evaluate your scope, discuss it with the City of Glendale Building and Safety Division, and handle any required permits and inspections so your project stays compliant.
How do you ensure strong Wi‑Fi in a multi-level hillside home?+
We perform a predictive heatmap and on-site survey, then place wired Wi‑Fi 6/6E access points (PoE) at strategic locations. We run Cat6 to key rooms, avoid relying on a single router, and use proper channel planning. The result is stable coverage through thick stucco, lath, and multi-story layouts common in Glendale’s hillside homes.
Can you integrate automation with an EV charger or generator?+
Yes. We add energy monitors and smart relays to prioritize critical loads and automatically shed non-essential circuits during charging or outages. If you have a standby generator or plan to add one, we coordinate with transfer switches and program scenes so networking, security, and lighting stay online first.
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