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5 Best Home Automation Systems in Seattle (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Brad Smith
By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Shopping for home automation systems in Seattle covers a lot more ground than a smart speaker and a couple of bulbs, and the company you pick often shapes what the system can grow into later. The installers on this page have logged over 500 Google reviews between them, and ratings run from 4.7 to a perfect 5.0, so the real differences here come down to whether a shop specializes in AV and TV mounting, whole-home electrical, or managed IT alongside the smart-home build.

Short answer: ThoseTechGuys leads on volume with 4.9 stars across 202 reviews, the deepest track record among Seattle home automation companies on this page, while 4th Systems and Cloud1iT both hold a perfect 5.0. Pricing here is quoted per project after an in-home consultation rather than a fixed package rate.
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Seattle's Home Automation Companies, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 ThoseTechGuys 4.9 202 TV mounting and networking View ›
2 Connect&Protect 4.8 117 Security cameras and doorbells View ›
3 Wipliance 4.7 103 Whole-home AV and motorized shades View ›
4 4th Systems 5.0 56 Electrical-first smart home work View ›
5 Cloud1iT - Managed IT Support | IT Networks Support Seattle 5.0 47 Managed IT and network reliability View ›
5 Best Home Automation Systems in Seattle (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

ThoseTechGuys logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk

ThoseTechGuys

4.9202 Google reviews

ThoseTechGuys, based in Tukwila, handles home automation, networking, and home theater installation across the Seattle area, from TV mounting and soundbar setups to running Ethernet through walls with signal-blocking brick construction. Named technicians are repeatedly praised for careful, tidy work, including protecting furniture and floors during more complex installs.

What people praise

  • The most-reviewed home automation company on this page
  • Reviewers describe genuinely difficult installs, like mounting an 83-inch TV over tile, handled cleanly
  • Comfortable running structured wiring for whole-home Ethernet
  • Technicians take time to explain the work and offer follow-up advice

Worth knowing

  • Closed weekends, so scheduling may need to happen during the work week
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume202 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest review history here, with a strong reputation for handling tricky physical installs cleanly. A solid first call for TV mounting, networking, or home theater work specifically.

774 Industry Dr, Tukwila, WA 98188

Connect&Protect logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Connect&Protect

4.8117 Google reviews

Connect&Protect, based downtown, focuses on security camera systems, video doorbells, and structured cabling, alongside broader home automation and repair work. Reviewers describe thorough home walkthroughs before installation and named technician Khalil handling both new camera installs and diagnosing issues from prior, improperly done work.

What people praise

  • 4.8 rating across 117 reviews
  • Thoughtful, tailored security recommendations rather than a one-size-fits-all package
  • Comfortable troubleshooting and fixing installs done poorly by others
  • Long daily hours, seven days a week

Worth knowing

  • One detailed review describes a slow response on a post-install camera issue, so confirm the warranty and support process upfront
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume117 · 92nd
Confidencemoderate
Recency9 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown92% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick specifically for security cameras and doorbells. Given the one slow-response review, get clear terms on post-install support before signing.

600 Stewart St Suites 300 & 400, Seattle, WA 98101

Wipliance logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Wipliance

4.7103 Google reviews

Wipliance, based in Bellevue with an interactive showroom, has provided smart home design, lighting, and AV installation since 2006, working with homeowners, architects, and designers across Seattle and the Eastside. Reviewers describe large motorized shade installs and full smart-home builds, often with a certified integrator managing the whole project.

What people praise

  • 4.7 rating across 103 reviews
  • Nearly two decades in operation with a full interactive showroom
  • Comfortable working directly with architects and interior designers on larger builds
  • Motorized shade installs came in under budget in multiple reviews

Worth knowing

  • A small number of lower ratings among its base, so ask for a detailed written scope on larger projects
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume103 · 86th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown90% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most established, design-forward option here, well suited to a full smart-home build done alongside an architect or designer.

2020 124th Ave NE suite c-105, Bellevue, WA 98005

4th Systems logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

4th Systems

5.056 Google reviews

4th Systems, in West Seattle, is a licensed electrical contractor that also handles home automation, security installs, and networking, giving it a broader electrical foundation than automation-only shops. Reviewers describe the company solving networking and WiFi problems that other providers couldn't fix, alongside standard electrical repairs and security camera installs.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 56 reviews
  • Full electrical contractor license means it can handle wiring issues automation-only shops can't
  • Praised for clear, patient explanations of technical problems
  • Comfortable working as a subcontractor for other companies' installs

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the volume leaders on this page
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating5 / 5
Review volume56 · 81st
Confidenceearly
Recency7 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest choice if your project has an electrical complication alongside the smart-home work, given its licensed electrical background.

11235 26th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98146

Cloud1iT - Managed IT Support | IT Networks Support Seattle logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Cloud1iT - Managed IT Support | IT Networks Support Seattle

5.047 Google reviews

Cloud1iT, based downtown, is primarily a managed IT support and networking company that also handles security system installation and home automation as part of its broader technology services. Reviewers are mostly small businesses praising reliable network management and fast troubleshooting, alongside individual clients who've used it for computer repair and network setup.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across 47 reviews
  • Strong, proactive network monitoring and fast issue resolution
  • Comfortable serving both small businesses and individual homeowners
  • Fast turnaround reported even during holiday periods

Worth knowing

  • Primarily an IT and networking company, so home automation is one part of a broader service list
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating5 / 5
Review volume47 · 69th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The pick if network reliability and IT support matter as much as the smart-home devices themselves, especially for a home office setup.

221 1st Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the company’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Seattle home automation companies. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 from around 50 reviews carries less weight than a 4.9 from over 200. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does home automation cost in Seattle? (2026)

Home automation pricing in Seattle depends heavily on scope, from a single TV mount to a full whole-home smart system with lighting, shades, and security integrated together, so we’re not listing figures we can’t verify from a trustworthy source. Ask each company for a written, itemized quote after an in-home or virtual consultation.

Serving all of Seattle

The companies above cover Seattle and the surrounding area, including Bellevue, Tukwila, West Seattle, and the greater Eastside. Searching for home automation systems near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a home automation company

  • Is the system local-hub based, or does it depend on a cloud subscription?
  • Can the system grow later, or does it lock me into one ecosystem?
  • Do you handle the electrical work, or will I need a separate electrician?
  • What is the warranty on parts and labor?
  • How is ongoing support and troubleshooting handled after installation?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these home automation companies?

We started from every home automation company in Seattle with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which of these companies handles electrical work as well as automation?

4th Systems is a fully licensed electrical contractor that also does home automation, so it’s the strongest choice if wiring or panel work is part of the project.

Do any of these companies focus specifically on security cameras?

Connect&Protect is the clearest specialist in security cameras and video doorbells, based on the pattern in its reviews.

The bottom line

ThoseTechGuys is the safe default on scale and clean installation work, while 4th Systems and Cloud1iT are strong picks for electrical-heavy or IT-heavy projects respectively. Get a written scope and confirm ongoing support before signing, whichever company you choose.

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