Transform Your Space with Thoughtfully Designed Illumination

When you illuminate your home with the right lighting design, you are doing more than simply brightening up a room. Lighting can shape the mood and aesthetics of your spaces. Think of it as the secret ingredient that brings your interior design to life. When done right, it can draw attention to stunning architectural details, make your artwork pop, and create an environment that's both beautiful and functional.

Wondering how this would work in your own home? Let's dive in to explore how lighting can do wonders for your spaces! 

Discover how our experts power your property!

Planning a power system for a home or business might sound overwhelming, but with the right approach, it becomes a smooth and rewarding process. There are many factors to consider, from understanding energy needs to selecting the right equipment and ensuring compliance with regulations. However, when tackled systematically, the process can be straightforward and even exciting.

A well-thought-out plan ensures your system is efficient, reliable, and built to last. Not only does a properly designed system save money in the long run, but it also enhances energy independence and sustainability. Whether you're integrating renewable energy for the first time or upgrading your existing setup, following a structured, step-by-step method ensures everything runs seamlessly while avoiding common pitfalls.

Dive in to explore how the experts at Summit Technology Group make powering any property seem easy and straightforward! 

Enjoy peace of mind no matter where you are!

 Spring break is just around the corner! Whether you're heading to a tropical beach or exploring a new city, traveling is one of the best things you can do this time of year. And while you are out and about discovering the world, the last thing you want is to worry about what's happening back at home. With modern home security and remote monitoring solutions, you can enjoy your vacation with peace of mind, knowing your home is safe and secure.

Let's explore what Summit Technology Group can do to ensure your home is safe while you go out on spring break. 

Let us help you create a romantic, unforgettable night with our technology!

Valentine's Day is the perfect time to create magical moments that bring you and your significant other closer together. This year, why not take it up a notch by engaging your senses with lighting and audio solutions designed to wow? Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, a cozy movie night, or even a dance under the stars, your home's ambiance can make all the difference.

Let's dive into some fun and easy ways to make this Valentine's Day unforgettable using lighting and home audio technology. 

Smart investments today for a more comfortable, efficient, and valuable home tomorrow.

As we step into 2025, home technology and energy needs continue to evolve at a rapid pace. If you're making resolutions this year, consider ones that will transform your home into a modern, efficient living space ready for the future. While some home improvements offer temporary benefits, strategic upgrades in smart home technology, solar solutions, and electrical infrastructure provide lasting value—enhancing both your daily living experience and your home's long-term worth. Let's explore three key investments that will future-proof your home while delivering immediate benefits to your lifestyle. 

Let us help you elevate your projects with lighting, electrical, and solar solutions

When it comes to integrating cutting-edge smart technology into homes and businesses, design is the foundation of success. Summit Technology Group stands apart as an industry leader, offering unparalleled design expertise in lighting, electrical, and solar solutions. By blending functionality, efficiency, and aesthetics, Summit provides value not only to end users but also to trade partners like interior designers, architects, and custom builders. Here's how Summit's design-driven approach makes a difference. 

Discover how Summit Technology Group can help architects elevate their knowledge

Staying ahead in a competitive field like architecture requires more than talent—it demands ongoing education. Luckily, at Summit Technology Group, we can help you on your path to professional growth and success. We provide architects with the tools they need to sharpen their skills, meet licensing requirements, and embrace the latest industry innovations.

Whether you're passionate about perfecting lighting design, integrating renewable energy solutions, or mastering smart home automation, Summit Technology Group has you covered. Partnering with industry leaders, we offer courses that ensure you remain at the forefront of architectural design and technology. Let's dive in to explore the CEUs we can provide for you! 

Keep the Party Going with Backup Energy Systems

Architects are at the forefront of pioneering green homes and combatting climate change. Their designs touch upon every aspect of a home's energy needs, from the direction of the windows to their window coverings, the integration of solar panels and other renewable energy, and the system that manages all the power sources, from the grid to green energy and the backup generator.

But what about the basics and some of the year's most important celebrations and family gatherings? What about the energy management solutions for the holidays? No one wants to be that guy, the Clark Griswold of the family that plugs the Christmas lights in only to cause a power surge and a total blackout.

Let's explore the best backup energy solutions that ensure an uninterrupted holiday gathering. 

Let Technology Bring More Magic to the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

Every year, we all wonder about the magic of Santa's arrival. How does he sneak in, leave presents, and vanish without a trace? How come his reindeer gracefully land on the ceiling without anyone hearing a thing? Well, this year, thanks to cutting-edge smart security technology, families can finally catch a glimpse of the jolly man in red—and maybe even have a quick chat!

Dive into this blog to explore how modern security systems can help you add a bit of extra holiday magic to your Christmas Eve. 

Solar Plans Must Be Submitted with the Building Permit Application!

California has long been a leader in solar and renewable energy. To reach its goal of achieving 100% clean energy by 2045, it needs to triple its solar power capacity. To accomplish this, the state has passed several laws, including the California solar mandate, requiring all new homes built in 2020 and beyond to have rooftop solar photovoltaic systems. This system must be able to generate all the energy the home needs over the course of a year.

Now, in Sonoma County, a new regulation regarding solar power took effect on October 1, 2024. It's the reason why your new build needs complete solar plans when you submit your permit.

Here, we'll explore the details, how it's affecting new builds, and how the team at Summit Technology Group can help. Keep reading to find out!

Create Your Ideal Outdoor Media Setup in Time

As the seasons change and temperatures drop, it's the perfect time to set up your outdoor speaker system. Whether you love hosting outdoor gatherings, relaxing in your backyard with music, or enhancing your patio with ambient sound, an outdoor audio setup can transform your Coeur d'Alene, Idaho space.

Before cold weather limits your outdoor time, here are some key steps to ensure your outdoor speaker system is ready for any season.

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The Promise – and Limitations – of Solar Energy

Solar panels have become very popular as a supplemental energy source for various reasons. For many, adopting a clean, renewable energy source helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels. For others, government and utility subsidies provide a powerful incentive to make the necessary up-front investment. And for those in areas where the energy grid might be unstable in weather events or high-usage times, solar provides an effective backup. But if you're thinking that solar power is your gateway to energy independence, solar panel systems alone may not be enough. Here's why.

Keep the Power on No Matter the Weather

Today, we tend to take our everyday lives for granted as technology leads us to quiet expectations. We expect the lights to turn on when we flip a switch, the TV to turn on when we press a button, and our cars to start when our fobs tell it to.

It is said that we don't realize we'll miss something until it's gone. There is no more true statement than when it comes to our home's electricity. One of the first thoughts racing through our mind is, "How long will it be out, and should I get ice for the refrigerator?"

When it happens during the holidays or in the event of a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) that lasts for days, the effects can be much worse. Now, you're faced with unhappy guests, no entertainment, and a household without heat or air conditioning. If you live in a smart home, much of your interconnectivity and the ability to manage your house is gone.

There is, however, a solution. It's called a backup generator, and it's designed for moments such as these, running your critical appliances and HVAC system. Here, we'll explore why more homeowners in Santa Rosa, CA, are turning to these generators in preparation for potential power outages. 

Get Expert Guidance to Simplify Compliance and Optimize Energy Efficiency

As energy efficiency takes center stage for Sonoma, CA, homeowners, countless families are embracing solar power to create more sustainable and eco-friendly homes. To support this shift, Title 24, California's Building Energy Efficiency Standards, sets guidelines for new home construction and renovations to reduce energy consumption.

While solar energy is essential to achieving these standards, a properly sized system is crucial to meeting your specific energy needs. That's why we strongly recommend working with an expert who can help you determine the ideal type and size of a home solar energy system for your new space, ensuring maximum efficiency and long-term savings.

Keep reading this blog to explore all the ways our team of professionals at Summit Technology Group will take Title 24 requirements into account to guide you on the road to a more energy efficient home.