A reliable home network is vital in today’s technology-dependent world. With an increasing number of people shifting to remote or hybrid work and homeowners adopting smart technology for everything from lighting to security, we cannot afford an inefficient network. However, it’s common for homeowners to continue using their aging networks and avoid upgrading for as long as they can, often without realizing that it can drag down their entire technological setup.

We are not asking you to upgrade your Rhode Island or Massachusetts home network every year, but if you’re noticing these signs, it pays to invest in a wireless home networking system upgrade: 

Smart home automation in Boston, MA and New England has continued to expand at a record pace. Even in our current “home shortage” and quick sales, search a local realtor for “smart homes for sale” in the New England area, and you’ll see over 85 listings with prices ranging from $300,000 to $7.9 million.

Smart homes have taken the world by storm because they transform people's lives, making managing a home not only easy but enjoyable. What some people don't realize, however, is that their smart home is only as good as the Wi-Fi network it's tethered to.

From a smart home theater to whole-home audio-video, lighting, motorized shades, climate control, and security, your smart home demands a home network capable of supporting it. Delays are one of the signs it’s not up to the task.

These days, many of us are staying home and relying on Netflix and Hulu to keep us company. Hours of streaming, surfing the web and enjoying one-touch control of our home automation systems help to pass the time while social isolating. No matter how you want to use your technology, chances are you're giving your home networking system a workout. But if you’re noticing lower-quality streaming content, or you’re having a difficult time connecting all your devices, it could mean it’s time for an upgrade. Do you need to improve your Boston-area home’s network to get the most out of your system? Find out here.