Electrical Contractor Thousand Oaks CA | Call Total Control Home Automation

Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

(866) 946-4606

http://www.TotalControlHomeAutomation.com

Questions and Answers

Can you install a smart doorbell or EV charger in my Thousand Oaks home without rewiring?

Yes, in most cases. As a certified Ring Pro installer, we specialize in integrating devices like video doorbells and electric vehicle charging stations using your home's existing wiring where possible. We first conduct an electric inspection to ensure your system can support the new device safely. If an underlying issue is found, such as damage from local soil shifts affecting underground cables, we coordinate with our partner electricians to resolve it before proceeding with the clean, efficient automation installation you expect.

My home in Thousand Oaks has older wiring. Can I still get a smart lighting system?

Absolutely. A core part of our service is integrating automation without requiring major rewiring, which avoids plaster dust and significant renovation. For example, we can replace standard switches with smart switches and use wireless communication protocols to create systems like 3-way dimming from both ends of a hallway. We start with a consultation to assess your current electrical panel and wiring, ensuring any necessary repairs or upgrades—crucial in older homes—are handled properly as a first step toward a reliable smart home.

How do you handle electrical problems like solar inverter faults, which are common here, before installing automation?

Safety and reliability come first. For Thousand Oaks homeowners dealing with specific local issues like solar inverter wiring faults or underground cable damage, we begin with a thorough electrical inspection. If we identify such a fault, we work closely with our trusted local partner, Ballard Electric, to repair the core electrical problem. Only once your home's electrical system is sound and up to code do we layer on the home automation components, ensuring your smart system performs reliably for years to come.

Services Offered

  • Outlet repair
  • Component automation
  • Wire repair
  • Electric inspection
  • Outlet installation

About the Company

Total Control Home Automation in Thousand Oaks specializes in making homes smarter without the hassle of rewiring. Our journey began in computer programming and automation, and we've spent years refining our approach to deliver practical, personalized smart home solutions. We take pride in solving unique challenges, like enabling a quadriplegic client to control his entire environment—from lights to his hospital bed—using custom integrations of Insteon and Amazon Echo. We focus on finding the right products that offer more features at a lower cost, avoiding the high expense of systems like Crestron. For Thousand Oaks residents, we understand local electrical concerns, such as wiring faults from solar inverters or underground cable damage. We partner with trusted electricians like Ballard Electric to address these underlying issues, ensuring your home automation system is built on a safe, reliable electrical foundation. Our process starts with a free, personalized demo at your home to show you what's possible.

Business Location & Hours



Mon:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tue:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wed:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thu:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Fri:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sat:8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Sun:1:00 PM - 5:00 PM


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