Main order of business is home entertainment solutions including TV installations creation and installation of home theater systems, multi-zone audio and video distribution. We also install commercial audio, video and automation solutions.
Business highlights
16 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Home Theater Design, Sales & Installation. Television Wiring & Mounting, Whole House Audio & Video, Outdoor Entertainment. Car Alarms, Remote Starters, Bluetooth & Mobile Video.
electrician, home theater design, cable tv service
 + 1 more
Because of old/faulty wiring in my condo, the TV in my kitchen no longer got good reception for all channels, and Comcast came out for the problem and said they no longer replace that wiring. I called Stan and he came two evenings later to give me a quote and then fortunately, he had time to come the next day. He replaced the old cable wiring in the soffit ceilings in my and the TV works great!! For anyone who has a problem or needs a home sound system or other electronics needs, I would highly recommend him!
Description of Work: Replaced wiring for some of my Cable TV service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Marc & Billie E.
04/2014
5.0
home theater design
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unknown
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Megan E.
03/2014
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
They did good work and I am pretty pleased with the outcome.
Description of Work: Auto & Home Media Innovations, LLC came here and put in our flat screens.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Vincent B.
10/2013
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Stan is a true professional and he and his crew did an outstanding job from start to finish. They showed up on time and also to the time to explain how to operate the media system that was installed. I highly recommended Auto and Media Innovations!!!
Description of Work: Installed entire media system in media room, family room and recreation room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Mike W.
06/2013
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Stan and his crew were very professional and straightforward. He outlined what was needed to make the system work, offered options to choose from, and finished the project on schedule. I would definitely use them again for similar home entertainment projects.
Description of Work: Installed home entertainment system, repaired switch, and ensured surround sound speakers were operational.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600
Elia S.
05/2013
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
I selected Auto & Home Media Innovations after receiving four estimates for this work. Stan (the owner) arrived at the house to do an estimate on-time and kept me informed about his ETA. He asked questions and listened to how I wanted the cable and internet to work in my townhouse. I selected them because of their professionalism and the detailed estimate that they provided. He broke up my requested work into different subjobs so that I could select whichever portions according to my budget. On the installation day, Stan and a technician arrived on time. They used the foot booties which I appreciated since I have hardwood floors throughout. They immediately got to work on the various jobs. A third technician came in for the wireless extender and he also did a great job ensuring that every corner of my 3-story townhouse had wireless coverage. The rerouting of the wiring required attic access which was time consuming, and they accidentally cracked the ceiling drywall which they remudded, sanded, and painted as soon as possible. They cleaned up completely afterwards and were done within the time that they had estimated. All the work was done exactly as I requested. The TV looks fantastic on the wall. I have cable TV and wired internet for streaming in 4 rooms, which makes watching internet TV so much easier. And in addition, I still have wireless for my ipad and cell phones. All three AHM employees were very professionalism and pleasant folks to work with. I would use their services again.
Description of Work: Mounted flat panel 55" TV on standard wall and concealed the cables to include an electrical bridge for the TV. Wired my modem/router to connect to my house's smart box and installed an Ethernet switch to route the cable/internet throughout the house. Swapped out the wall plates and connectors for wired internet and CATV, and hooked up cable and wired internet in 4 rooms. Rerouted the wiring from one wall to another. Installed a wireless range extender to expand the wireless signal throughout the house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$967
Reggie B.
04/2013
3.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
I use Angie's List. Just because you have high ratings does not give you the right to bait and switch. The gentlemen that arrived at my home were professional but said they could not use my HDMI cable because it was not in wall rated cables, garbage. They tried to get me to pay 80 dollars for a cable I can buy for 14 dollars. They said if I didn't buy the cable they could not do the installation. Suffice to say I refused to pay 80 dollars for a cable. Stan should have said, if I didn't have an in wall rated cable they would charge me 80 dollars for a cable on top of his already inflated price before his crew ever came out. Transparency is what this company lacks. I was and am very disappointed and someone from Angie's list should question this practice. I wasn't going to write this review but because they are listed here, it denotes integrity but I was hood winked and more than anything else, truly upset with this experience. Additionally, I am a retired computer specialist from the Army and a IT Specialist with the government, so I know a thing or too about cables. Don't say something you can't substantiate.
Description of Work: Mount LED on wall.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
2.0
Response from Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC
When we received the request from the customer, his call was very hurried and had a lack of detail. I did ask the customer when making the appointment if he indeed had in-wall rated cables and he replied 'yes'. When we went out to the home, we called ahead of time, since we thought we may not make the actual appointment time of 3pm. The customer in turn indicated that he would be late getting home and if possible, to delay the time as much as possible so he could be present for the installation (I believe his wife was home). When the installers got there (about 5pm, he still wasn't home) and the HDMI cables were checked, they were indeed NOT in-wall rated (I'll explain the the UL rating later). They told him about the specific brand of cables that we carried which he refused. They then offered to install the cables that he currently had out of the wall and return to install in-wall cables at no additional labor when he received them. He refused and told them that it was all made up. The National Electric Code is what's used by home inspectors to determine if things are wired properly in your home to prevent fires and other hazards from developing. The biggest common install mistake made by contractors in home theater is to use extension cords or simply run the TV's power plug inside the wall; that is a big violation of the NEC code and also causes several fires throughout the United States based on the load they carry and the heat they can build up inside of the walls in your home. Low Voltage cables like HDMI are also rated for in wall if you look for them. The rated cables will be stamped UL listed and will have a CL-2 or CL-3 rating printed or stamped on them as well. The rated cables are based on the material that they-re made of. Most things in the walls of a home will either promote or prevent the spreading of fire through the walls of the home, hence the necessary use of the cables. For those reading the review and response as reference, PLEASE research the information that I'm giving, it can save you a great headache and potential loss in the future. The previous company that I managed for had to deal with a fire insurance claim NOT caused by the installation but merely because CL rated cables were not used in the installation and because the fire was generated on that wall, (not at the point of the TV but the TV was affected from the damage), the claim was denied because of non-UL listed material being used. In the case of the customer presenting this review, he thought that the installers were making up a story of the CL rated wiring. We are licensed and expected to follow all related codes based on the work being completed and were merely doing so. The following is an explanation taken from 'Crutchfield Online explaining the proper use of cables: Choosing the right wire The type of in-wall wire and cables you use will depend on what kind of signal you need to carry, where you're going to route the wire, and how far the signal will have to travel to go between your gear. Whatever type of wire you choose, be sure to get one that's rated for in-wall use by the Underwriters Laboratory (UL). This is normally denoted with a CL2 or CL3 rating for speaker wire and audio/video cables. Many Ethernet cables are rated for in-wall use, denoted with a CM, CMR, or CMP rating. The UL looks at heat generated from current flowing through wire, how quickly the cable will catch and spread fire when exposed to flame, and the wire's susceptibility to damage from external stresses. Also look for cable that's rated for your specific scenario. For example, you'll want cable rated CL2P or CL3P if you're placing it in heating ducts, and you'll want cable rated for direct burial if you're running it through the ground to outdoor speakers. Also, be sure to check your local building and fire code and buy wire accordingly.
frank B.
03/2013
5.0
cable tv service, electrician
 + 0 more
My experience with Auto & Home Media Innovations was good. The gentleman's name was Stanley. He was a good man and he did a good job. He was reliable, he was prompt in returning my call, and he showed up when he said he was going to. I don't know what to compare their price with.
Description of Work: I used Auto & Home Media Innovations, LLC in Stafford, Virginia to upgrade the TV cable because the interior wiring was very old and I was having a reception problem.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
deena C.
03/2013
4.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
the services men came to the house. they put on there booties before coming into the door. they ask to see what needed to be done. i had sent the photo's to the owner of the company to make sure they had more than enough time to complete the job. i was the only job for the day. they installed the tv and had a problem with the cables so they will be back to complete putting the cables into the wall. all in all they did do a good job.
Description of Work: hook up of tv to brick fireplace
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$282
Rakesh P.
01/2013
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
My older projection TV broke down and I purchased a flat screen that my wife and I wanted to have installed above our fireplace. I called and received quotes from three different companies. The quote from Auto and Home Media was neither the cheapest nor the most expensive. I decided to go with them because my wife thought that Stanley (the owner) was very professional during the estimating process. I should state up front that Stanley and his crew have a unique approach to running the cables from the TV to the cable/stereo components (which does not involve having to cut as many holes in the walls). I was somewhat skeptical but they performed the work in an excellent manner. When the crew initially arrived, it appeared that they were either short-handed or ran into problems during the installation as the overall process took much longer than anyone expected. However, Stanley showed up half way through the installation to assist his crew and things progressed quickly after that point. I waited a little over a month prior to writing this review as I wanted to be sure that no significant problems would develop. During the entire process, the crew was courteous and professional. I would use this company again and recommend them to anyone that has a home theater need.
Description of Work: Provided mounting and installation services for a new flat screen TV. This included mounting the TV above the Fireplace and running multiple cables from the TV location to the satellite and stereo components.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Khurram C.
12/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Excellent experience.
Description of Work: I had them setup my 7.1 home theater system. They were very: - knowledgable about audio / video systems - professional and punctual in time - Competitive and flexible in pricing for options I wanted - knowledgable to cut minimum holes in the drywall - Most importantly supported thier workafter the job was done ! Definitely recommend them for your job. Feel free to contact me for reference.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Heather S.
10/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Their service was great. They were pleasant and on time. They did the work for a decent price.
Description of Work: They mounted wall mount TVs in two different rooms.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Joanne S.
10/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
They were phenomenal. They were excellent and outstanding.
Description of Work: They installed my entire home entertainment system in my basement.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Craig K.
10/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Their service was awesome. He was very professional and neat. He came in and would put the boots on. He did a great job.
Description of Work: He installed some surround sound in the ceilings and he set up all of our audio components.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Gerald F.
10/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
They were outstanding. They were very professional. They showed up when they said they would. They completed all the work on time.
Description of Work: They installed a surround sound theater in my home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Philip S.
10/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
They are excellent and professional. They are reliable.
Description of Work: They set up our media center; all of our entertainment.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Shelley J.
10/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
He was great. Everything worked out great. The way they install and mount the TVs leaves no mess. He did a really good job. We are very pleased with everything. He did a very clean job. They put the wires inside the walls and it is quite amazing. Everything was done in a timely fashion. When he first came out he made recommendations on what we had told him and further recommendations to make it even better than we were originally planning.
Description of Work: They hooked up two TVs; one in our exercise room one in our living room. The two TVs are connected through the same wall. He also mounted a sound bar below the television.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
ALLISON W.
08/2012
5.0
cable tv service, home theater design
 + 0 more
Estimate: Reached out to Stan (owner) at the recommendation of the store we purchased the TVs from. He was very responsive and had a technician (Ryan) out for an estimate very quickly. Ryan was very detailed in his questions and documenting our requirements. With in a couple of days we had a very detailed estimate, breaking each room down by equipment and labor which made it very easy to determine how we wanted to move forward. Any changes were quickly revised. Installation: Received a call ahead of time to confirm the team's arrival and that they have been hung up on a prior job. I was not concerned with the delay but very much appreciated the heads up. Once they arrived we re-walked through the job to confirm each step. Because they had a couple of technicians on the job they could divide up the work to move quickly. They tested each of the installs and were very patience with me to explain each set up and train me on any new equipment. What I really appreciated was that Stan oversaw his team on site and ensure everything was working properly. Post Follow Up: They called us about a week or so after the install to ensure everything was working properly. We were having a few issues with the universal remote and they came back out at no charge to correct it. Additionally, we had a remote eye to connect the cable box in a closet for the Master Bath that burned out and Stan was out in less than 24 hours to fix, again, at no charge. I can not say enough good things about Stan and his team. They are very knowledgeable, are very responsive, do a great job on installation and are reasonably priced. I highly recommend them!
Description of Work: Mounted 4 TVs and set up home theater inclusive of programming a universal remote. Cabling was hidden and in some cases dropped through the ceiling.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,880
Teresa F.
08/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
GREAT!!! He is IT ON A STICK!!!! I bought a condo in a 40/50-year old CEMENT/CONCRETE bulding and didn't realize I HAD NO CABLE...since I didn't want cables stapled to my walls and ceilings,I called Stanley Toussaint...He did a GREAT job!!! He was honest, he managed the job himself...and he CARES...I thought he wouldn't care since I didn't 'want to get fancy'...no home theater, no 'surround sound'...but Stanley DID IT RIGHT!!! I recommend EVERYONE to him...HE IS IT!!!
Description of Work: I live in a high-rise CONCRETE building that I didn't REALIZE has no cable into the condos. I asked him to run cable into my condo...I called Stanley Toussaint...to get me cable...
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Wallene F.
07/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
knowledgeable arrived as scheduled for the estimate and then on time for the install. The were courteous knowledgeable and completely professional throughout the entire process. I would strongly recommend them to any one interested in audio speaker installation they were simply top notch from the beginning to the end!!!!!!
Description of Work: This company wired a speaker system to surround my swimming pool. the work was performed quickly and the whole area looked as if they had not been there when they were finished it was that tidied up. The quality of the sound is absolutely incredible and I am a classical music fan and the first time I heard a piece through the system it brought me to tears the quality was so perfect almost life like.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Ellen B.
06/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
(Please see comments above)
Description of Work: A & H Media Innovations did a brilliant job mounting our 55" flat screen television above our fireplace in a 1959 home where no studs could be found behind the wall. We interviewed numerous installation folks, several from Angies List, and found Mr. Stanley Toussaint and his company to be the most practical, knowledgeable, efficient, and relatively affordable. We were impressed from the moment he entered the house to meet with us and assess our unique situation. He is very sharp and has many years of experience in this line of work and was a former regional manager of the Geek Squad who is now runs his own company. Because our firebox had no studs behind it, we interviewed several firms who wanted to do all sorts of elaborate schemes to mount the television-- some costing thousands of dollars, which was out of the question for us, and others who wanted to pretty much destroy the wall to do the job, also out of the question for us. Mr. Toussaint came in, assessed the situation, and came up with a common sense, well-thought out, plan and then executed the job 2 weeks later PERFECTLY! He also explained his plans to us in a very clear and concise manner. He and his colleague handled the install personally. When they entered the home, they both wore booties on their shoes and got right to work. The job took about an hour and half t complete, and they came prepared with all the right tools, special brick drills and drill bits, cables, mounting hardware, etc. required to do the job right. He paid very close attention to detail carefully concealing all of the cords and making sure the television was not only level according to the level tools, but to the naked eye-- our mantel was slightly slanted apparently, giving the impression that the TV was not entirely level-- Mr. Toussaint took care to adjust the mounting so that it was as level as possible in reality, but more importantly to the naked eye. They promptly removed all of their tools, swept up and vacumed any brick dust, etc. and fully cleaned the TV and screen with a special screen cleaner to remove all fingerprints from the work. We could not be more pleased with the job and 100% would recommend this company for TV mounting and any other home theater work. It's rare to find such knowledge, courtesy, and high quality service wrapped into one these days and Mr. Toussaint and his company knocked it out of the park!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
S A.
06/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Very happy with the work. They are professional, did good work and worked with me to pick and choose equipment of my choice.
Description of Work: Installation of the home theater system, concealing the wires, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
William D.
03/2012
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
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Description of Work: Called Stan to see about running new coaxial cable in house for cable and internet in November to check his schedule, he was busy suggested I call back after Christmas or call someone else if I need job done now. Liked his answers to my questions and decided to wait until he was available. Showed up on time gave me an estimate, we agreed upon price and he did the job in the time he said it would take. highly recommend his company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Chris W.
03/2011
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Upon contacting Angies List, Stan was the first to contact me to set up a free estimate. My appointment was scheduled for Monday at 5:00 pm but at the last minute, I had an issue where I had to run to Maryland but Stan was already en route to my house and unfortunately I had to reschedule even though Stan was standing at my door. Stan approached this inconvenience with the same professionalism that I would come to experience throughout my time with him. He was understanding and we rescheduled for later in the same week. Stan was the last of the contractors to give me an estimate and even though I had good experiences with the other estimates and their prices were in line with each other but Stan stood out to me. He has a very pleasant demeanor and I felt comfortable with him immediately. The job was scheduled for a Saturday morning at 9:00 am and it is not an easy trek for Stan to make it to my house but he and his crew were right on time then proceeded to spend the rest of the day on my project. I know it is a small thing but a good example of how Stan cares about his clients is that each time he and his crew entered my home, they did so with surgical slippers even though I ensured him that it wasn't necessary. After spending the entire day at my house and mind you this was a Saturday, Stan spent extra time with my wife explaining the simplicity of our Logitech Harmony remote and because of Stan my wife is able to use it with ease. Now a couple of days past and something happened to my connection and I ended up getting a "Green Screen". I called Stan and he patiently walked through all of the troubleshooting with me on the phone and when nothing worked, he came out the next day and solved the problem within 5 minutes. This issue was NOT due to Stan's installation but due to my dusting. If anyone has any Auto or Home media needs, please do yourself a favor and call Stan...he is most definitely "Top Shelf".
Description of Work: After securing 4 bids for my Home Theatre project, I decided to move forward with Stan at Auto & Home Media and I couldn't have been happier with my decision. If I could give Stan extra credit I would...he was the definition of going above and beyond the call of duty. Stan and his son arrived at my house at 9:00 AM on a Saturday and spent the entire day ensuring that my project received A+ attention. I know my job wasn't the biggest for Stan but he treated me and my project as if it were a $25,000+ job. Every question I asked Stan, he answered with ease and when there was a small glitch with "MY" wire, Stan came back after hours to resolve the problem. I have used a number of contractors for different projects and I have to say Stan and Auto & Home Media Innovations, LLC offered me the best service and attention. I eagerly await when I can use Stan again for my basement Theatre project.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
HEATHER B.
08/2010
5.0
home theater design
 + -1 more
Stanley was super professional. Very neat in his work. Managed to make one of the cable runs even more cleanly than he initially thought he would be able to (e.g. no holes needed in wallboard.) He gave us a far better price than an electrician who gave us a quote and told us we'd have to have Verizon come back out to hook the new runs in the FIOS box. Stanley was able to do this himself. He also helped me test all of the new and old cable connections. I would very much recommend A&H Media Innovations and will look forward to calling Stanley again when we have further work to be done.
Description of Work: Two new coax cable runs from the Verizon FIOS box outside our home into the kitchen and the family room.
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Service Categories
Stereo and Home Theater Systems,
TV Service - Cable,
Electrical,
Home Automation,
TV Sales,
Phone Wiring
FAQ
Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC offers free project estimates.
No, Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC does not offer a senior discount.
No, Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC offers warranties.
Auto & Home Media Innovations LLC offers the following services: Home Theater Design, Sales & Installation. Television Wiring & Mounting, Whole House Audio & Video, Outdoor Entertainment. Car Alarms, Remote Starters, Bluetooth & Mobile Video.