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Home Tech Audit in Collingwood, Ontario
A walk-through of the technology in your home, from the doorbell to the Wi-Fi, with a clear list of what to fix. $99, or free with any installation.
Book a Home Tech Audit
Many homes, including new and expensive ones, come with whatever technology the builder or previous owner chose. That often means a basic doorbell with patchy two-way talk, Wi-Fi that does not reach the garage or the front door, and devices that were installed but never properly set up. Most of the time nobody notices until the moment it matters: a delivery you cannot speak to, a camera that was offline, or an alarm nobody heard because no one was home.
The Home Tech Audit finds those weak links before they let you down. I walk through your home, test what you have, and give you a plain-language list of what is working, what is not, and what I would fix first. There is no obligation to buy anything.
What the audit covers
- Video doorbell: picture quality, night video, two-way talk and notifications
- Wi-Fi coverage: signal and speed in every room, the garage and the front door
- Security cameras: placement, connection, alerts and recording
- Smart locks: battery, connection, access codes and who can get in
- Thermostat: setup, schedules and remote control while you are away
- Smoke and CO alarm alerts: whether your existing alarms can alert your phone when nobody is home
- A written list of recommended fixes, in order of priority
The audit is $99, and it is free when you book any installation with The Tech Butler.
Who it is for
- Owners of new and newer homes with builder-installed technology
- Anyone who just bought a home and inherited someone else's setup
- Second homes and vacation properties that sit empty for weeks at a time
- Families who want a parent's home checked and set up safely
If a weak Wi-Fi signal turns out to be the root cause, Wi-Fi optimization and mesh Wi-Fi setup usually comes first. If the doorbell is the problem, see video doorbell installation in Collingwood. The Tech Butler serves Collingwood, Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and the surrounding area.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Home Tech Audit cost?
The audit is $99. It is free when you book any installation with The Tech Butler.
How long does the audit take?
Most homes take about an hour. Larger homes or properties with outbuildings can take a little longer.
Do I have to buy anything after the audit?
No. You get a written list of recommended fixes and you decide what, if anything, to do next. You can do some of it yourself, or have me handle it.
My home is new. Does it really need an audit?
New homes are often where it matters most. Builders usually install basic doorbells, Wi-Fi equipment and thermostats, and they are often set up quickly or not at all. The audit shows what is working and what is not before it lets you down.
Can my existing smoke alarms send alerts to my phone?
In many homes, yes, without replacing the alarms or rewiring. I check what you have and explain the options. These alerts are a convenience and are not a monitored alarm service.
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Serving Collingwood, The Blue Mountains and Wasaga Beach.
Let’s talk about your home.
Tell me what you’d like help with and I’ll get back to you with a free quote by phone, text or email. Not sure what you need? Book a Home Tech Audit ($99, free with any installation) and I’ll come out and build the plan with you.
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Service area
Collingwood, The Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and nearby communities. Travel fees may apply outside the standard radius.