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Summer is just around the corner and now is the time to get your home and outdoor spaces ready for family fun.  Don’t wait until the night before your big family reunion to maintain and check on the health of the technology in your home.  Let’s consider a bit of “spring cleaning” that can help keep your technology at its healthiest and ready for fun in the Houston sun. 

Keeping your electronics clean and as dust-free as possible is vital for optimal performance as well as longevity.  To clean your equipment, always spray the cleaner on a clean cloth and not directly onto your electronics.  Gently wipe the dust away to keep it cooling correctly and prevent dust from entering the electronics.  And remember, use a clean cloth that is free of debris to clean screens so scratches don’t occur.  Another great spring-cleaning habit is changing out all the batteries on your smoke detectors every year.  Perhaps choose the same date to do it annually, like April Fool’s Day, so you don’t forget.  And if that’s not something that you want to do, Echo Workshop is always here to take care of your technology maintenance needs. 

Next, let’s head outside and check in on the health of our outdoor spaces.  Is it time for a new outdoor TV from Séura or perhaps you’re ready to add some speakers around your pool area and are interested in the Sonance Landscape Series?  It’s important to have equipment that is built to withstand Houston’s unpredictable weather and that is just what you’ll get with Séura and Sonance products. 

Is your pool properly protected from Houston’s crazy weather with surge protection?  This not only ensures that your delicate pool equipment is protected, but also prevents the surge from entering your home and ruining your electronics inside.  Echo Workshop can help design and install a surge protection system that will keep you protected both inside and out.

Echo Workshop is here to help you with all of your indoor and outdoor upgrades.  Contact us today to learn more about how we can make sure that your summer fun goes uninterrupted with the very best in technology.

At Echo Workshop we are big believers that technology can be beautifully integrated into any space, while keeping all the style and feel that you worked so hard to achieve.   The same holds true for our outdoor spaces.  In Houston we spend a lot of time in our outdoor living areas and pools and, of course, we want to listen to our favorite tunes while entertaining and relaxing.  If you are looking for amazing sound quality while still maintaining the beauty of your outdoor living area, we have a couple of great options.

The Sonance Landscape Series offers incredible sound quality while blending into surrounding foliage and landscaping.  Imagine underground subwoofers and small hidden satellite speakers throughout your space.  They even offer rock speakers that completely blend into the landscaping.  And since the Sonance Landscape Series is scalable, you can experience immersive sound and even coverage no matter the size of your outdoor area.

If speakers on your patio or in your outdoor kitchen is more what you are looking for, the Revel XC Series is a perfect solution.  Designed for indoor and outdoor use, these speakers are made to withstand hot, cold, damp, humid, or wet weather.  These speakers are so well designed that they are even rated for use on docks and beachfront property (we see you Galveston)! 

If you’re like us, you are dreaming about spring and more time outside.  Call Echo Workshop for a free consultation to find out how we can bring your outdoor space to life with great sound.

It’s still warm in Houston, but take heart in knowing that fall is truly on the way.  In addition to all of the toasty colors and spicy scents that we associate with fall, there are also ways that technology can be added to your home to bring out that homey vibe that fall evokes in all of us. 

When one thinks of fall and color, golden tones and the warmth those hues bring come to mind.  Our lighting design experts can help bring that warmth to your home with a system from Lutron.  Wake up to a warm glow, like the morning sunrise, and with scheduled lighting, let sunset gradually come to your home - following your natural circadian rhythm for better health and wellbeing.  But it’s not just about beauty and health, imagine the convenience and energy savings of having your lighting on a schedule.  You no longer need to worry about your family remembering to turn off lights on their way to work or school. 

Soon we will also notice the shortening of our daylight hours.  With our homes well-lit indoors, we also need to consider outdoor lighting, not only for beautifying your outdoor space, but also for safety.  Light up walkways, patios, and pools to keep you and your family safe all year long.

Fall also brings about a yearning to slow down and enjoy our homes more.  With stunning products like the Frame TV from Samsung, you can have the best of both worlds – a TV when in use and art when the TV is off.  Imagine your favorite fall scenes displayed in your living room.  The Frame can truly bring a room to life with beautiful art of your choosing. 

How about adding some fun technology to your outdoor space to take your family time to the next level?  With the cooler temperatures of fall, we can comfortably spend more time in our backyards and on our patios.  Imagine your family gathering on Friday evening for an outdoor movie.  With outdoor TVs from Seura, you can enjoy crystal-clear viewing while also feeling assured that your TV can withstand any kind of weather Mother Nature has in store for Houston this year.  Do you love to dine outdoors?  Set the scene perfectly with speakers from Sonos strategically placed throughout your outdoor space for amazing quality of sound, while not taking a thing away from the beauty of your yard.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT SPEAKERS

It is difficult to install a high-performing outdoor audio system because there are no walls to contain the sound, and there are landscaping elements that may absorb or change what you hear. To get even audio throughout your open area, you must work with a professional integrator that will create a personalized plan for your outdoor space.

Another obstacle is choosing the correct speakers for your project. Sonance offers a variety of high-quality, weather-resistant speaker lines that are sure to please even the most discerning audiophile. For those concerned about the aesthetic of their backyard, some speakers blend seamlessly into the landscape of your outdoor space, whether embedded in flowerbeds or cleverly designed to look like natural elements. Another audio brand that we recommend is the Revel XC series. All components are created and tested to perform to Revel's exacting standards in extreme climates, ensuring they can withstand a variety of environmental abuses without being damaged.

THE BENEFITS OF OUTDOOR MUSIC

Once a professional integrator has installed your outdoor audio system, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy high-quality sound throughout your backyard. Connect your speaker system to your favorite playlists and streaming services with an intuitive control system. Enjoy evening pool parties with upbeat party playlists, or wind down to classical music with wine on the porch.

You don’t have to limit yourself to audio outdoors. Bring in a display component to create a complete entertainment system. Elevate your outdoor entertainment setup with a weatherproof Seura television or projector. Take movie nights outside under the stars without having to worry about sound or picture quality. Bring game day onto the porch so you can grill without missing a crucial play. An outdoor entertainment system will turn your backyard into a second media room just in time for the warmer summer weather.

Echo Workshop, a custom electronics provider in Houston, TX, provides a level of service unmatched by the competition, making us a leader in the home technology industry today and in the future. To learn more about outdoor speaker systems and more, click here or call at (713) 589-9222. We look forward to hearing from you!

GO AHEAD, THROW A PARTY

Picture hosting a Halloween party in your own backyard. You've prepared all the delicious themed food you'll need, your decorations are ready to go, and you're confident you'll crush the costume contest. The best way to set the mood for your event and keep the energy exciting and positive is with music. The Sonance Garden Series is the perfect system to level up your party. This system is ideal for outdoor gatherings and comes with everything you need for ideal performance and quality. You won't have to worry about your guests being able to hear the music, regardless of where they are in your backyard due to the 8 aluminum cone woofers that are spread throughout your space. Volume will never be an issue.  As a Houston Sonance dealer and installer, Echo Workshop makes purchasing and installation easy. We'll take care of everything. You'll love your new outdoor system and your guests are sure to be impressed. Gone are the days of the portable Bluetooth speaker that is carried around throughout the night to take your music with you. Your whole outdoor space is covered. 

Maybe you're not the type to throw large holiday gatherings in your backyard, but enjoy a more intimate and relaxed occasion. As the nights begin to get cooler, you may be tempted to enjoy a dip in your private hot tub on your backyard deck. You've got your glass of wine and the temperature is perfect to wind down and truly relax. Now, imagine cueing up your favorite playlist for relaxation to really complete the mood.  Don't worry about getting your phone or portable speaker wet, your system has you covered. The Sonance Patio Series is absolutely perfect for occasions like this, and Echo Workshop can make installation and maintenance a breeze. You won't have to worry about a thing. This outdoor speaker system is great for coverage in a smaller space, coming with 4 satellite speakers and 1 in-ground subwoofer, all powered with 1 amplifier. The sound is crisp, clean, and detailed.  Make your Houston outdoor space a true escape with this system. 

You won't have to worry about a thing when it comes to your Sonance Outdoor Speaker System in Houston, as every little detail has been thought of. You'll impress your guests with the system's gorgeous aesthetic that's made to blend into its surrounding environment. No one will be able to even tell you've had the system installed until you decide to use it. If a storm is coming through or the weather has turned more severe, you don't have to worry about this either. These outdoor speakers have been specifically designed to withstand weather conditions, humidity, and UV light. 

So, go ahead and plan that next celebration. Just don't be surprised when you end up being the most popular house on the block. Don't worry, you'll still have plenty of time for relaxation and tunes in the hot tub. Contact Echo Workshop today for more information about all the products and services we offer.