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ONLINE ESTIMATOR
Smart Home & Business Automation Pricing in Montana
Automated Living provides custom smart home and commercial automation solutions throughout Missoula and Western Montana. Our online pricing estimator gives homeowners and business owners a fast, transparent way to explore the investment range for professionally designed smart systems, including Control4 automation, audio/video, lighting, security, and outdoor entertainment.
Every project we design is tailored to the unique architecture, climate, and lifestyle needs of Montana properties — from downtown Missoula residences to large homes and commercial spaces across the Bitterroot Valley and Flathead region.
Start Planning Your Home or Business Automation
Whether you’re building new, upgrading an existing property, or exploring automation for a commercial space, this estimator gives you a clear, Montana-specific starting point.
Automated Living is Missoula’s trusted partner for smart home automation, audio/video, security, and integrated control systems — designed for how you live and work in Western Montana.
What This Smart Home Estimator Helps You Plan
What This Smart Home Estimator Helps You Plan
This estimator is designed to give you a realistic starting point for budgeting a professionally installed automation system. While no two projects are identical, most full-scale smart home or business automation projects in Western Montana fall within a broad investment range based on:
• Square footage and number of rooms
• New construction vs. retrofit installation
• System complexity and integration depth
• Indoor and outdoor automation needs
• Network infrastructure and future expansion planning
The estimate you receive reflects real-world project data from systems we design and install across Missoula and surrounding communities.
Smart Home Services Included in Your Estimate
Smart Home Services Included in Your Estimate
Whole-Home Automation & Control4 Systems
Centralized control of lighting, audio, video, climate, security, and more through a single intuitive interface. Control4 systems allow seamless automation across your entire property.
Smart Lighting, Shades & Climate Control
Automated lighting scenes, motorized shades, and intelligent climate systems designed for Montana’s seasonal extremes — improving comfort, efficiency, and energy management year-round.
Home Audio & Video Systems
Custom-designed media rooms, whole-home audio, distributed video, and outdoor entertainment systems engineered for performance, reliability, and ease of use.
Smart Security & Surveillance
Integrated security systems including smart locks, cameras, alarms, and remote monitoring — designed to protect homes and businesses throughout Western Montana.
Outdoor Entertainment & Automation
Weather-rated audio, video, lighting, and control systems built to withstand Montana conditions while extending your living and entertaining space outdoors.
Service Areas Around Western Montana
Serving Missoula & Western Montana Communities
Automated Living proudly serves residential and commercial clients throughout:
• Missoula
• Lolo
• Florence
• Stevensville
• Hamilton
• Frenchtown
• Seeley Lake
• Kalispell
• Whitefish
• Flathead Valley
• Bitterroot Valley
• Western Montana region
Our team understands local building practices, terrain challenges, and connectivity considerations, ensuring every system is designed for long-term performance in Montana environments.
Why Professional Smart Home Design Matters
Why Professional Smart Home Design Matters
Online pricing tools are helpful, but professional system design is what ensures reliability, scalability, and long-term value. Automated Living systems are engineered to:
• Scale as your needs grow
• Integrate cleanly across platforms
• Avoid compatibility issues
• Deliver consistent performance
• Support future technology upgrades
This estimator helps you plan confidently before moving into a full design consultation.
What Happens After You Receive Your Estimate
What Happens After You Receive Your Estimate
Your estimate is the first step. From there, our team can:
• Review your goals and priorities
• Refine system scope and features
• Conduct site evaluations if needed
• Design a fully customized automation solution
• Provide detailed proposals and timelines
There is no obligation to move forward — the estimator exists to empower informed decisions.
FAQ: PRICING & INFORMATION
Smart Home & Business Automation
How much does a smart home automation system cost in Missoula, Montana?
Smart home automation systems in Missoula typically range from entry‑level systems to fully customized whole‑home solutions, depending on the size of the property, system complexity, and features selected. Most professionally designed systems fall within a broad investment range, which is why this estimator exists — to provide a realistic starting point based on real projects in Western Montana.
Extensive projects can range from $120,000 to $410,000 — with that said, the estimator will give you a much better idea of the budget needed for your scale of dreams.
What does this online smart home pricing estimator include?
This estimator provides a budgetary estimate for professionally installed smart home or business automation systems. It factors in common components such as automation control, lighting, audio/video, security, networking, and outdoor systems. The estimate reflects real‑world installation data from projects completed throughout Missoula and surrounding communities.
Is this estimate accurate for my home or business?
The estimate is designed to be directionally accurate, not a final quote. Every property is different, and final pricing depends on factors such as construction type, wiring access, system design, and customization. After reviewing your estimate, Automated Living can refine the scope and provide a detailed proposal tailored to your space.
What factors affect the cost of a smart home system in Western Montana?
Several factors influence pricing, including:
• Home or building size
• New construction vs. retrofit installation
• Number of rooms and zones
• Level of automation and integration
• Audio/video complexity
• Outdoor entertainment needs
• Network infrastructure requirements Montana’s climate and construction styles can also impact system design and installation considerations.
Does the estimator include Control4 automation systems?
Yes. Many of the estimates generated reflect Control4‑based automation systems, which allow centralized control of lighting, audio, video, climate, security, and more. Control4 systems are scalable and commonly used in both residential and commercial automation projects throughout Missoula and Western Montana.
Are smart home systems worth the investment?
Professionally designed smart home systems offer long‑term value through convenience, energy efficiency, security, and scalability. In Montana homes, automation can also improve comfort during seasonal extremes and increase property appeal. The estimator helps you evaluate whether automation aligns with your goals before committing to a full design.
Can this estimator be used for businesses or commercial spaces?
Yes. The estimator can be used for commercial automation projects, including offices, retail spaces, hospitality, and mixed‑use properties. Commercial systems often include lighting control, audio/video, security, and centralized management designed for reliability and ease of operation.
Does the estimate include installation and programming?
The estimate reflects professionally installed and programmed systems, not DIY equipment pricing. Automated Living designs, installs, programs, and supports every system to ensure reliability, performance, and long‑term usability.
What happens after I receive my estimate?
After receiving your estimate, you can schedule a consultation with Automated Living to:
• Review your goals and priorities
• Refine system features
• Evaluate your property
• Develop a detailed system design
• Receive a formal proposal and timeline
• There is no obligation to move forward.
Do you serve areas outside of Missoula?
Yes. Automated Living serves clients throughout Western Montana, including the Bitterroot Valley, Flathead Valley, and surrounding communities. The estimator reflects regional pricing considerations across these areas.
Why Automated Living
Automated Living is Missoula’s trusted expert in smart home and business automation, with a proven track record of 5‑star reviews from homeowners and businesses across Western Montana.
Clients consistently choose Automated Living for one simple reason: their systems work — and the experience is smooth from start to finish.
Confidence Beyond the Estimate
This pricing estimator is backed by real projects, real experience, and real customer satisfaction.
When you’re ready to move forward, Automated Living provides professional design, installation, and ongoing support — all locally.
Designed for Montana Homes & Businesses
Every system is custom‑designed, not pre‑packaged. Automated Living understands:
• Montana construction styles and retrofits
• Seasonal climate demands
• Network reliability in Western Montana
• Long‑term scalability and future upgrades
The result is automation that fits your space, your lifestyle, and your goals.
Trusted by Missoula Homeowners & Businesses
Customers regularly highlight:
• Clear, honest communication
• Professional, detail‑driven installation
• Systems that are intuitive and reliable
• Responsive local support after installation
From first consultation to long‑term service, Automated Living is known for doing things right — without pressure or shortcuts.