AVL Solutions
👋 Hello! My name is Joel.
I provide audio, video, and lighting solutions for churches, theaters, education, museums, live event venues, and corporate environments.
What I Do
As a full-service AVL integrator, I provide:
- Design
- Installation
- Training
- Support
For many systems and situations including:
- Sound Reinforcement
- Acoustics
- Infrastructure
- Stage Lighting
- House Lighting
- Lighting for Video
- LED Walls
- Video Projection
- Cameras & Lenses
- Live Streaming
- IMAG (Image Magnification)
- Digital Signage
- Multimedia Exhibits
- New Facilities
- Upgrades & Renovations
By delivering in important areas including:
- Thorough Modeling & Planning
- Industry Standards & Best Practices
- Safe & Conservative Rigging Practices
- Intentional Cross-Trade Coordination
- Specifying Reliable Brands & Products
- Setting Clear & Consistent Expectations
And paying attention to critical details including:
- High speech transmission quality (STI)
- Lighting coverage and brightness that exceeds ANSI/IES standards
- Quality lighting for video that scores high in TM-30, SSI, and TLCI testing
- Meeting applicable NEC and NFPA safety codes and standards
- Specifying products that meet FCC and EMC compliance
- Video systems that follow SMPTE standards and best practices
Space?
There is no denying that technology now affects nearly every part of our lives.
And because of that reality, technology can easily become overwhelming and distracting.
- Noisy Equipment & Fixtures
- Unnecessarily Complicated Systems
- Inadequate Lighting
- Poor Color Rendering
- Unattractive Aesthetics
- Lack of Accessibility Compliance
But what happens when technology can work well while also fading into the background or disappearing completely?
I look beyond the gear to the space as a whole to create comfortable, quiet, attractive, and distraction-free environments.
What I Value
As a business owner, here are some things I consider important:
First Things First
My First Things First philosophies drive everything I do. You can learn more about them here:
Overhead & Operating Costs
I intentionally keep my business small and operating costs low.
The less time and attention I spend on running a business, the more time I have for your needs (and my family).
Lower costs for me = lower costs for you. You get to spend more money where it matters most.
Advertising & Marketing
My goal is to never spend money on marketing or advertising. I believe personal recommendations and word of mouth speak louder than any marketing material.
Sales
I sell solutions, not products.
Together we define your needs and set expectations, then find solutions in your budget that can meet or exceed them.
I don't promote brands that make me more profit or require me to meet quotas. If it's a product I don't personally use and trust, it's not a product I will recommend to you.
Honesty & Integrity
What you see is what you get. No hidden costs or surprise up-charges.
I can often meet or beat the prices you see for products online. If I can't do so, I will let you know.
I always communicate clearly about all costs and pricing before you spend anything.
My Process
It starts with a conversation.
It's that simple.
The first step is building trust.
In my 26 years of experience, relationships and trust are the most important factors in a project's outcome and success.
It's all about people. The technology and systems are just byproducts.
The second step is listening.
I want to hear your needs, wants, expectations, fears, and even dreams before putting pen to paper.
Design
This is where I may differ from many other integrators and dealers.
Design determines the what, where, why, and how for every part of the system.
In many cases, it tells a different story than what was previously assumed or imagined.
Design allows us to quantify and visualize every aspect before any concrete decisions are made.
This intentionality ensures we build the right system the first time, and removes guesswork that can lead to frustrations and problems.
Request a Free Sound System Design
Pricing
Once we know the what, where, why, and how, then we can determine how much.
The design is our destination. Now we can create a roadmap to get there and find what fits your budget.
Planning
Now all that is left is to determine the last W - when.
We form a schedule and framework for the project that meets your needs and expectations.
If it involves a general contractor or other subcontractors, I help you with cross-trade coordination.
Procurement
Fun boxes and pallets begin to arrive.
The anticipation is building!
Installation
The design becomes reality.
Every cable and termination, bolt and clamp, fixture and component are handled and placed with purpose and care.
Training
Now that the system we have designed is in place, it's time to make sure you and your team understand it thoroughly.
We go through everything step by step to make sure you are comfortable and familiar with the awesome new system you've just received.
Support
Just because the system is complete, the project is never truly finished.
I continue to support you and the system for years to come.
How Much I Charge
My pricing structure for services is simple and straightforward.
While many AVL integrators charge 40% or more per project for their services, I typically charge 25% or less for everything below:
- Design
- Project Management
- Stamped Engineering Drawings for Overhead Rigging
- Procurement of Parts & Materials
- Installation
- Commissioning
- Training
- Support
While every project and situation may differ, this is a general idea of what to expect.
Brands I Sell
I am a dealer and installer for hundreds of brands including:
Let's Chat
No matter what, it starts with a conversation.
The first conversation is always free.
I look forward to hearing from you!