📍 Serving University Place & West Pierce County

University Place Smart Home
Integration Specialists.

University Place is one of Pierce County's most sought-after communities — established, well-maintained homes, Chambers Bay views, and homeowners who expect precision and quality. Rivas Technology Group brings Control4 Gold Dealer credentials, Ajax Systems certification, AVA and Josh.ai certification, and a South Sound–local team to UP homeowners who want smart home technology that matches the caliber of their homes.

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University Place, WA — Pierce County
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Control4 Gold Dealer
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AVA Certified
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WA Lic. RIVASGL799DR
Why University Place

A Community That Demands a Higher Standard

University Place has a distinct character — established neighborhoods with well-built homes, a strong sense of community, and residents who take pride in their properties. It's also one of the most underserved markets in Pierce County when it comes to premium smart home integration. Companies that credibly handle this level of quality either don't serve the area or charge a premium for the commute from Seattle.

We've designed and installed systems throughout University Place — whole-home Control4 automation for larger established homes on the bluff, enterprise networking for multi-level properties with Chambers Bay views, and home theater systems that elevate what's already a beautiful living environment. University Place clients typically know what they want and care deeply about fit and finish. That matches how we work.

We're also one of the only integrators in the South Sound certified in both AVA and Josh.ai — the premium theater remote and privacy-first voice control platforms that UP homeowners increasingly request by name. These aren't products everyone can sell or install correctly. Our certifications exist because we did the training and passed the evaluations. Read how we approach cinema-quality sound in University Place homes →

Every project starts with a site visit — University Place's housing diversity, from mid-century ranches to newer two-story builds near Chambers Bay, means design has to start from scratch every time.

From Ivan Rivas — Founder & Sales Engineer
University Place clients have done their homework. They come in with specific brands in mind, specific features they want, and a clear expectation of quality. That's the kind of client we do our best work for.
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Ivan Rivas Founder & Sales Engineer, Rivas Technology Group
University Place Property Profile

What UP Homes Typically Need

University Place's housing stock has specific characteristics that shape every system we design here.

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Established Single-Family Homes

Most UP homes are well-built single-family properties — many from the 1970s through 1990s — that need wireless-first retrofit design. Ajax's wireless security sensors, Lutron wireless lighting, and in-ceiling wireless speakers minimize disruption to original finishes while delivering modern smart home capability. We specialize in retrofits that look like they were always part of the home.

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Home Theater & Premium Audio

University Place homeowners are among the South Sound's most active home theater buyers — dedicated media rooms, Amina invisible speakers, Control4-integrated AV, and AVA Cinema Remote are all common requests. We've built more purpose-designed theater systems in UP than anywhere else in our service area. See how we design home theater for UP homes →

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Chambers Bay & Bluff Views

Properties with Chambers Bay or Puget Sound views have west-facing exposure that demands intelligent shade management — motorized shades that automatically manage glare and heat gain without sacrificing the view. We design PowerShades and Lutron systems integrated with your lighting scenes so your shades respond to sunlight levels throughout the day, hands-free.

What We Install in University Place

Full-Stack Smart Home Integration

Every system designed, installed, and programmed by the same South Sound–based team. No subcontractors, no hand-offs.

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Control4 Smart Home Automation

Lighting, security, audio, shades, climate, and networking unified under one platform. As a Control4 Gold Dealer we handle whole-home systems for UP's established homes — complete multi-zone integration done right, with scenes and programming that genuinely simplify daily life.

See how Control4 + Ajax work together → Explore Smart Home Automation →
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Ajax Smart Security

Professional wireless intrusion detection with cellular backup, AI cameras, fire and flood monitoring, and 24/7 professional monitoring. Integrated with Control4 — not a separate app. One of the only Ajax-certified dealers in Pierce County.

Why Ajax outperforms Ring & ADT → Explore Smart Security →
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Home Theater & Audio

Dedicated theaters, media rooms, and whole-home multi-room audio. AVA Cinema Remote, Amina invisible speakers, Salamander cabinetry, Cambridge Audio, AudioControl, and Control4 integration. UP's most requested service category — and our strongest work.

Cinema-quality sound for University Place homes → Explore Home Theater & Audio →
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Smart Lighting

Control4 lighting, Lutron Caséta, Lutron RA3, and PoE systems. Retrofit-friendly wireless keypads and dimmers for UP's established homes — with circadian tuning, scene automation, and programming that responds to occupancy and time of day.

Explore Smart Lighting →
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Enterprise WiFi & Networking

Island Router, Alta Labs, and Ruckus access points with structured Cat6A. The foundation every smart home needs — enterprise-grade infrastructure that handles every connected device without dead zones, designed specifically for UP's multi-level property profiles.

Why University Place homes need enterprise networking → Explore WiFi & Networking →
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Motorized Shades

Clara Shades, PowerShades, and Lutron — indoor, outdoor, and PoE-powered. Essential for UP's west-facing Chambers Bay view properties. Scene-integrated so shades respond automatically to light levels, time of day, and occupancy — without you touching a button.

Explore Motorized Shades →
Why Rivas Technology Group

What University Place Homeowners Should Demand

The credentials to match UP's expectations — and the local team to back them up.

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AVA & Josh.ai Certified

Two of the most requested premium platforms in UP — the AVA Cinema Remote for theater control and Josh.ai for privacy-first voice control. We're among the very few South Sound integrators certified in both. If you want these platforms done right, we're the team.

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Control4 Gold Dealer

The advanced tier — not entry-level. Gold certification requires demonstrated capability on complex multi-zone systems. UP homes typically have multiple rooms, multiple subsystems, and homeowners who expect sophisticated programming. Gold is the right credential for this market.

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Ajax Systems Certified

One of the only Ajax-certified dealers in Pierce County. Professional wireless security that integrates natively with Control4 — encrypted wireless, cellular backup, AI cameras, tamper detection. A meaningful upgrade over every consumer platform available in UP.

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South Sound–Local Team

Based in Kent, 20 minutes from University Place. Our team is in the South Sound — not commuting from Seattle. Same-week service calls, no travel surcharges, and a team that's familiar with UP's housing stock, neighborhoods, and HOA requirements.

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No Subcontractors

Every person on your project is a full-time Rivas Technology Group employee. The team that designs, installs, and programs your system is the same team that supports it long-term. No accountability gaps, no strangers in your home.

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Transparent Pricing

Menu-based pricing published upfront. Every service has a defined scope and a set rate — you know the number before we start, and it doesn't change. No surprise invoices, no hardware markups discovered after commitment.

Where We Work in University Place

Across Every UP Neighborhood

From the Chambers Bay bluff to Cirque Drive and everything in between — University Place is a community we know well.

Waterfront / Bluff

Chambers Bay Area

Premium bluff properties with Chambers Bay and Puget Sound views — motorized shades for west-facing exposure, whole-home automation, outdoor audio, and enterprise networking for larger multi-level properties.

Residential / Established

Cirque Drive Corridor

One of UP's most recognizable residential corridors — larger established homes ideal for whole-home Control4, wireless-first smart home retrofits, and premium home theater installations.

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Grandview / University Place Core

The heart of the UP community — established single-family homes across a range of sizes and ages. Smart lighting retrofits, security upgrades, networking improvements, and Control4 integration are our most common project types here.

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Brookdale / North UP

Northern University Place transitioning to Fircrest — well-maintained residential properties where smart home upgrades, enterprise WiFi, and security modernization are the most common client requests.

Residential / Newer

South University Place

Newer development on UP's southern edge — properties built in the 2000s and newer that are well-suited for comprehensive smart home systems with pre-existing low-voltage infrastructure.

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West UP / Sound View

Properties with Puget Sound exposure on UP's western edge — motorized shades for glare management, outdoor audio, Ajax security with exterior cameras, and enterprise WiFi extending to outdoor living areas.

Residential / Community

Brentwood / Fircrest Border

Quiet residential neighborhoods on the UP/Fircrest border — smart home retrofits, Control4 integration, and security upgrades for well-established properties with attentive homeowners.

Mixed Use

Bridgeport Way Corridor

UP's commercial spine — bar and restaurant AV, commercial security, enterprise networking, and business AV for University Place's small business community alongside adjacent residential smart home work.

Common Questions

Smart Home FAQ for University Place Homeowners

What's the best smart home system for an established University Place home?

For most UP homes — established single-family properties built before 2000 — the right approach is wireless-first design with Control4 at the center. Lutron wireless lighting switches, Ajax wireless security sensors, and in-ceiling wireless speakers allow us to deliver a complete smart home experience with minimal drywall impact. Control4 ties everything together under a single interface so nothing requires separate apps or remotes.

Do you install the AVA Cinema Remote in University Place?

Yes — we're AVA certified, one of the few integrators in the South Sound with that credential. The AVA Cinema Remote is the most elegant theater control solution available, and we've integrated it with Control4 via a custom webhook bridge so pressing play on the AVA remote automatically dims your lights, closes your shades, and arms your security perimeter. Read more about our University Place theater work →

Can you handle motorized shades for a Chambers Bay view home?

This is one of our most common University Place requests. West-facing Chambers Bay properties with large windows need motorized shades that manage glare and heat gain without obscuring the view entirely. We design PowerShades and Lutron systems with scene integration — your shades respond automatically to sunlight levels throughout the day, closing partially during peak afternoon glare and opening fully in the evening. Hands-free and invisible.

How is Ajax security different from what UP alarm companies install?

Most local alarm companies use basic unencrypted wireless that fails when internet goes down. Ajax uses military-grade encrypted wireless with cellular backup, tamper detection on every device, AI camera integration, and native Control4 integration. It's the security platform used in high-security commercial environments — now available for residential installation by one of the only Ajax-certified dealers in Pierce County. Read the full comparison →

What does a smart home system cost in University Place?

A focused installation — smart lighting and automation for main living areas — typically starts around $8,000–$12,000. A whole-home system with lighting, security, shades, audio, theater, and networking is typically a mid-to-high five-figure investment depending on the scope. Use our online budget estimator to get a starting range, or schedule a free consultation for a scoped proposal.

Do you serve the Fircrest area as well?

Yes — Fircrest is immediately adjacent to University Place and well within our regular service area. The housing stock is very similar and many of our UP clients have referred neighbors in Fircrest. Call 425-954-6003 or use the contact form to schedule a visit.

Also Serving

University Place & the Greater South Sound

Based in Kent, we serve the full South Sound — every city receives the same team, same standards, and same level of service.

Tacoma

Pierce County

Gig Harbor

Pierce County

Puyallup

Pierce County

Bonney Lake

Pierce County

Kent

King County

Ready to Talk Smart Home in University Place?

Schedule a free consultation. We'll visit your home, assess your goals, and design a system built around your space and how you live in it.

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University Place, WA — Pierce County — South Sound
Rivas Technology Group — University Place, Washington Smart Home Automation
Control4 Gold Dealer, Ajax Systems Certified, AVA Certified, and Josh.ai Certified integrator serving University Place, WA and Pierce County. We design and install smart home automation, home theater and audio, security systems, smart lighting, enterprise WiFi and networking, and motorized shades for residential and commercial clients throughout University Place including Chambers Bay, Cirque Drive, Grandview, Brookdale, Brentwood, Bridgeport Way, West UP, and South University Place. Also serving Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, Bonney Lake, Fircrest, Federal Way, and Kent. Based in Kent, WA. WA Electrical Contractor License RIVASGL799DR. CEDIA Member.

Smart Home Automation · Smart Security · Smart Lighting · WiFi & Networking · Motorized Shades · Home Theater & Audio · Commercial Integration