How Much Does a Smart Home Cost? Find Out in 2 Minutes.

Answer a few questions about your home and get a realistic budget range for automation, home theater, audio, lighting, shades, networking, and security. No sales call, no email required to see your results.

The calculator is built and maintained by the Home Technology Association, the independent body that certifies integrators. It is not a Planet Geek price list. It reflects what projects actually cost across hundreds of HTA Certified firms nationwide, so the number you get is honest, not a lowball to get you on the phone.

Budget Calculator provided by the Home Technology Association. Planet Geek is an HTA Certified Luxury integrator.

Why start with a budget instead of a quote?

Most homeowners we meet have never bought integrated technology before and have no reference point for cost. That leads to two bad outcomes: sticker shock when the first proposal arrives, or a project that gets value-engineered down until it no longer does what you wanted.

A budget range up front fixes both. You know what tier of project you are looking at before anyone measures a wall. Your architect, builder, or designer can plan for it. And when proposals come in, you can tell a real one from a cheap one.

What the calculator covers

• Whole-home automation and control (lighting, climate, scenes)
• Home theater and media rooms
• Whole-home and outdoor audio
• Motorized shades and window treatments
• Networking and Wi-Fi
• Security cameras, alarm, and access control
• Landscape and architectural lighting

What Phoenix-area projects typically run

From our own jobs in the East Valley and greater Phoenix: whole-home automation lands between $10,000 and $25,000, motorized shade packages average around $11,000, outdoor audio and entertainment runs $6,000 to $35,000, and landscape lighting $6,000 to $15,000. The calculator will put your specific home inside those ranges.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a Planet Geek quote?

No. It is an independent estimate from the Home Technology Association. A Planet Geek proposal is built from a site visit and your specific product choices.

Do I have to give my contact info?

You can enter your email to have the results sent to you and to us, so we can follow up with a walkthrough if you want one. We will not put you on a drip list.

Why is the number higher than I expected?

The calculator reflects professionally designed and installed systems with warranty, programming, and support. If you have been pricing DIY gear, that is the difference. We are happy to show you where the money goes.

Can my builder or designer use this?

Yes, and we encourage it. Send them this page early in the project so technology gets planned and prewired instead of bolted on later.

What does HTA Certified mean?

The Home Technology Association independently vets integrators on experience, reviews, certifications, insurance, and service standards. Planet Geek is HTA Certified Luxury. Read what that means for you →