Automate Control By Design

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AC By Design Is Licensed Bonded and Insured. AZ CR-67 ROC 342149 We specialize in Home Automation, Audio Video, Networking, Lighting Control, CCTV and Security Systems. We deliver complete home automation solutions that allow you to control your entire house from your phone or touchscreen. We can integrate a variety of home control systems into your smart home hub and provide you with hands-free control for everything. We are a Crestron Dealer and can work with many other systems.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 94 times

Background checked

3 employees

4 years in business

Business hours

SunClosedMon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Services offered

Features wanted

Cameras

Surveillance system

Remote viewing

Video doorbell

Building height

Single-level building

Two-story building

High-rise building

Projects and media

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Great 4.8

66 reviews

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Jeff T.

May 28, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Good service shouldn’t be hard to find but it is. I’m glad I found these guys and I’d use them again and again. Speaker wire run across the attic and down my walls to give me the ear level surround speakers I’ve always wanted and also installed my new in ceiling speakers 👍👍

Details: Speakers • Yes, I need to conceal wires or cables • Drywall • Yes, I already own all the equipment • Residential

Home Theater System Installation or Replacement

Joanne k.

1 month ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Wood • TV larger than 60 inches • Yes, there’s an electrical outlet nearby • Yes, I need to conceal cables and wires • Yes, I already have a mount or stand • As recommended by the professional • Cable or satellite box • Sound bar

TV Mounting

Shawn C.

5 days ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Andrew and son did an amazing job, and the cost was very reasonable. I will be recommending AC by Design to all future clients in the valley, 100%.

Details: No video components need to be installed • Surround sound system • Speakers • No, I do not need to conceal wires or cables • Drywall • Yes, I already own all the equipment • Residential

Home Theater System Installation or Replacement

Ryan O.

Nov 7, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Did a fantastic job, showed up at time discussed, used blankets to protect surfaces and were in and out within an hour. Would hire again

Details: Wall mount • Drywall • TV larger than 60 inches • Yes, there’s an electrical outlet nearby • Yes, I need to conceal cables and wires • No, I’d like help in selecting a mount or stand • Tilt (angled up or down) • Gaming console • Not sure, I need help to decide

TV Mounting

Heather R.

Oct 3, 2024

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Hired on Thumbtack

Thank you to Gage and team for the amazing work! Had a full audio theater installation complete by AC and they did such an amazing job. On time, clean lines, great fair rate, and beautiful sound. The even set up my speakers stands for me that I got 3rd party. Really appreciate the great work and service!!

Details: No video components need to be installed • Speakers • Surround sound system • Receiver • Subwoofer • No, I do not need to conceal wires or cables • Drywall • Yes, I already own all the equipment • Residential

Home Theater System Installation or Replacement

Credentials

Background Check

Andrew Mckelvy

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Typically I would come out to the property and do a walkthrough with the customer. Then I will create an estimate. After that we would order parts if needed and set a time for install/service.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Certificates for Crestron, Lutron programming.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I started out in this field as a contractor for Cox. After that I was a Lighting Programmer, then worked for a few AV companies in Scottsdale AZ. Now I have started my own business.

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