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How Much Does a Control4 System Cost in Los Angeles?
September 9, 2026 5 min read
A Control4 system in Los Angeles usually costs from $10,000 for a focused single-system setup to $75,000 and up for full estate automation. Three things set the number: the controller tier, how many systems you integrate, and how many touch panels and remotes you want. As a Control4 Authorized Platinum Dealer we program every system in-house, and the proposal is itemized before any work starts. Every number below is a range from real projects. The only way to get your number is a free on-site consultation and an itemized proposal, and you can start that at our contact page or by calling (424) 301-7661.
What do the tiers look like?
| Tier | Typical range | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Focused system | $10,000 to $20,000 | One controller, one system (lighting, AV, or theater), a remote or keypads, app and voice control |
| Whole-home | $20,000 to $45,000 | Lighting, climate, AV, and security across the home, several keypads, a touch panel, scenes programmed |
| Estate | $45,000 to $75,000 and up | Every system including shades, cameras, locks, audio, and pool or landscape, multiple touch panels, custom programming |
What drives the price?
Controller tier. Control4 controllers scale with the number of devices and rooms. Sizing it right the first time avoids a replacement when you add a system later.
Integrated systems. Each system you bring under Control4 adds interface hardware and programming: lighting, shades, climate, cameras, locks, audio, and AV each have their own cost.
Interfaces. Keypads are the workhorse. Touch panels and handheld remotes add cost per room. Most homes mix a few panels with keypads everywhere else.
Programming. Scenes, schedules, and conditional behavior take time to program and test. A Platinum Dealer does this every week, which is why it is included rather than billed hourly.
Existing wiring and gear. A pre-wired home in Hidden Hills or a takeover of an older Control4 system costs less than starting from nothing.
What is included?
Design, the controller and interface hardware, installation, in-house programming, commissioning, and a walkthrough. 4Sight, Control4's optional remote-access subscription, is explained before you decide.
Is it worth it over a DIY smart home?
For one or two rooms of consumer gadgets, no. For a home where you want lighting, shades, climate, cameras, and audio to behave as one system, with a dealer who can service it for years, yes. Read the Control4 installation page for how a Platinum install runs.
Common questions
Questions people ask about this
- Can you upgrade an older Control4 system instead of replacing it?
- Often, yes. Newer controllers replace older ones while keeping much of the existing hardware, and reprogramming fixes scenes that never worked. We assess the system before quoting.
- Is 4Sight required?
- No. The system runs locally without it. 4Sight adds remote access and voice features for an annual fee.
- How is Platinum Dealer pricing different?
- The hardware pricing is Control4's. What differs is the programming depth and support behind it, which is included in the proposal rather than billed by the hour.
- How long does a Control4 install take?
- A focused system can be done in a few days. A whole-home system typically takes two to four weeks including programming and commissioning.
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