When to Hire an A/V Installer in Your New Build or Remodel Project

Building or renovating your home is the perfect time to think beyond walls and finishes — it’s your chance to plan for comfort, convenience, and technology that works together. Whether you’re dreaming of a full home theatre or seamless smart home control, knowing when to bring in an A/V installer can make all the difference between a smooth setup and costly rework later.

1. Bring Your A/V Installer in Early — Ideally at the Design Stage

The earlier you involve your audio-visual expert, the better. During the design or pre-construction phase, your A/V installer can work with your builder, architect, and electrician to plan structured wiring, equipment placement, and network infrastructure.

This ensures that cables, power points, and conduits are in the right places — without having to cut into freshly painted walls later.

Pro tip: Running cables before drywall goes up saves both time and money, and gives you more flexibility for future tech upgrades.

2. Pre-Wiring During Construction

Once framing begins, it’s the perfect time to install low-voltage wiring for home automation, security systems, speakers, intercoms, and network cabling.

This step creates a foundation for your connected home — allowing you to integrate lighting, sound, and video systems seamlessly later.

A professional A/V installer will coordinate with electricians to avoid interference between power and data cables, maintaining signal quality and system reliability.

3. Planning for Smart Home Integration

If you’re considering smart lighting, climate control, or home automation, your A/V team should be involved before finishes are installed.

They’ll ensure compatibility between your chosen systems (e.g. Control4, Savant, or Crestron) and your home’s wiring design — so your smart home functions smoothly from day one.

Early collaboration avoids compatibility issues and ensures your space is truly “smart ready.”

4. Audio & Visual Design Before Interiors Are Finalised

Speakers, projectors, wall-mounted TVs, and control panels all need precise placement.

By consulting an A/V specialist before finalising cabinetry, ceiling details, or feature walls, you’ll ensure equipment blends seamlessly with your home’s design — no bulky add-ons or exposed wiring.

5. Post-Construction Fine-Tuning & Calibration

After your build or renovation is complete, your A/V installer will return to install equipment, program your smart systems, and fine-tune performance.

This includes audio calibration, network setup, and integrating your preferred control interface — ensuring every system works flawlessly.

A successful smart home or entertainment setup starts long before you plug in your first speaker. By engaging an A/V installer early in your new build or remodel project, you’ll ensure your home is future-ready, efficiently wired, and seamlessly integrated.

At SYNC Audio Video Networks, we collaborate with homeowners, builders, and designers to deliver custom A/V and automation solutions that elevate every space.