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Holidays and Home Automation The holidays are almost here!  The Christmas tunes are bumping.   The coffee is brewing.  The fire is nice and toasty.  You finally collapse into your chair after getting the house set just right, but guests are already arriving.  The...

Is Home Automation Right For You? Fresh powder, cozy movie nights, and the famous Steamboat holiday events are almost here.  Winter is a time for rest, relaxation, and connection.  What better catalyst for connection than a home automation system tailor-made for you?...

Outdoor Living with Smart Home Tech You love the outdoors.  Your backyard is designed to be a perfect retreat with cozy seating, a garden, and even a fire pit. But as the seasons change, you find yourself worrying about keeping everything just right.  Adjusting...

Rocky Mountain High-Life: 5 Tips to Enhance Your Mountain Living Experience Living in the scenic Steamboat Springs area provides an unparalleled opportunity to blend luxury with nature. At Cloud9 Integrated Solutions, we believe that advanced technology can...

The Technological Bones of a New Smart Home When building a smart home, incorporating the right foundational elements is crucial for seamless integration and optimal performance. At Cloud9 Integrated Systems, we prioritize the essentials: structured wiring, rack...

Creating a Smart Home Office: Boost Your Productivity with Technology Smart home offices are more than a luxury—they're quickly becoming a necessity. At Cloud9 Integrated Solutions, we specialize in smart home integration, and we're here to help you transform your...

How Smart Home Technology Can Keep Your Vacation Property Safe and Secure Owning a vacation property in Steamboat Springs or the Vail Valley is a luxurious investment that demands top-notch security. At Cloud9 Integrated Systems, we specialize in advanced smart home...

Welcome to Summer in Steamboat Springs! At Cloud9 Integrated Solutions, we understand the importance of making the most of the beautiful weather and vibrant activities that our charming town has to offer. Whether you're a homeowner or a visitor, there's no shortage of...

Smart Homes & Sustainability Go Hand In Hand In the picturesque landscapes of Steamboat Springs, Cloud9 Integrated Solutions is dedicated to revolutionizing the way homeowners approach sustainability through smart home integration. Energy Automation The...

Home Theater Design: Foundational Elements As homeowners in Steamboat Springs and surrounding areas, you deserve nothing less than the ultimate cinematic experience within the comfort of your own home. Let's delve into the intricacies of home theater design.  We'll...

The onset of a new year invites exciting possibilities, dreams, goals, and growth for all of us. At Cloud9, we partner with you every step of the way to realize the dreams you have for your home.   Upgrade your AV in 2024 with Cloud9   With branches in...

Smart Homes Keep Trending Up Our homes, to our amazement, keep getting smarter. At Cloud9 Integrated Systems, we understand that your home is not just a box with four walls; it's an experience. 2023 has been an exciting year for smart home progress and products. Let's...

Winter in Steamboat Springs Are you ready to embrace the magic of winter in Steamboat Springs, Colorado? The scenic beauty of this charming town transforms into a winter wonderland, making it the perfect destination for residents and tourists alike. From thrilling...

Your Winter Smart Home Experts Hello, Steamboat Springs residents! As winter approaches, we understand the challenges of chilly days and frigid nights. Fortunately, Cloud9 Integrated Solutions is here to ensure your home remains warm and comfortable throughout the...

Secure Your Haven with Cloud9's Comprehensive Home Security Solutions In a world where safety and peace of mind are paramount, Cloud9 is your steadfast partner in safeguarding your home and loved ones. Our holistic home integration services offer a comprehensive suite...

Powering our everyday lives is getting more expensive.  Utility grids continue to be prone to outages.  And our planet is in need of innovative solutions that put sustainability first.  The solution lies with sonnen.  With more than 100,000 home batteries installed...

The Cloud9 Experience is For YOU In today's fast-paced world, technology plays a vital role in our everyday lives. From managing our homes' energy consumption to ensuring seamless entertainment experiences, having integrated solutions has become a necessity. That's...

Maximizing Energy Efficiency with Smart Home Automation School’s out, the flip-flops are on, and energy bills are up.  While summer may not technically start until June 21, many of us are already feeling the heat in more ways than one.  Are you looking for ways to...

Smart Homes and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Convenience is the name of the game these days.  With revolutionary leaps and bounds being taken in the world of artificial intelligence (AI), its translation into smart home technology and integrated systems cannot be...

The Ultimate Entertainment Setup is Within Reach! School’s out, the sun is shining, and you’ve dusted off the old flip-flops you’ve been waiting to wear since last September.  Summer is here and building your ultimate home entertainment setup is easier than you...

Summer Time is Smart Home Time! The summer of 2023 is well on its way and what better way to prepare for summer than investing in home integration technology? We at Cloud9 specialize in turning your home into an accessible, functional, and easy-to-use paradise. Why...

We Love Spring in Steamboat! The first official day of spring is here!  Though it may not feel quite like springtime here in Steamboat Springs yet, we at Cloud9 absolutely love all our town has to offer.  Whether you’re looking to stay cozied up with a beverage...

Giving back to the community is a foundational tenet in the ethos of Cloud9.  We believe that it is our duty and privilege to support organizations and foundations that so incredibly enrich the lives of those they interact with.  The partner we want to highlight today...

Now is the time to invest in and future-proof your home with Cloud9’s suite of smart home integrations.  From energy efficiency to automated shades and even home theaters, look no further than Cloud9 for your smart home needs.    Energy Automation (sonnen) Here...

The future of energy consumption is here.  Gone are the days of total reliance on a spotty power grid.  With Savant, you can customize and monitor every detail of your home’s power consumption profile. Savant Power solutions offer a unique way to have full control and...

Here at Cloud9 Integrated Systems, we LOVE music.  Music brings people together.  Whether you are packed together with strangers in a standing-room-only concert or shopping for records at your favorite vinyl shop, the music is what draws you in.  It's time to create a...

It’s Time to Let Access Control Systems Change Your Life In the year of 1921, ambitious inventor C. G. Johnson invented the very first automated garage door. For the first time, automobile drivers could park their cars within the safety of their garage without the...

Securing your home with intrusion detection is an important part of home ownership. You’ve made the home of your dreams into a reality, and now it’s time to protect it. Home invasions are unfortunately not fiction. What may be surprising, is that they actually...

One of the best perks of working with Cloud 9 is the smart home integration solutions that our partners offer. Why waste time and energy this Summer when your home can be fully automated? To get the most efficient, easy-to-use technology, Cloud 9 is your ultimate one...

Home security and surveillance is not a new topic. However, during Summer is when the majority of home break-ins occur. Due to vacations and routine changes, homes may be left unattended for long periods of time. In order to protect your client’s home and keep their...

There is so much to love about Colorado in the fall - the changing leaves, cooler temperatures, festive activities, and endless opportunities to get out and enjoy the beauty of the mountains. We wanted to share with you some of our favorite ways to enjoy fall in the...

Smart home automation can offer peace of mind and efficiency, even when no one is home. There are so many security features that can keep your home secure and alert you when something isn’t right. Cloud 9 helps integrate these systems to keep your home and your family...

Steamboat Springs attracts both nature lovers and adventure junkies alike. With its endless options for adventure, this town is aptly named Ski Town, USA. However, skiing isn’t all that Steamboat has to offer. Keep reading to find out why we LOVE Steamboat Springs in...

From smart appliances to full-blown lighting systems, cooking can be a luxurious experience in the comfort of your own home. As technology advances, more and more options are becoming available to the average consumer.  Automation Integration It wouldn't be a Cloud 9...

With so many people still working from home, it’s so important for your office space to be functional and enjoyable. From lighting to energy efficiency, Cloud 9 can help set your home office up to be a more productive space. Lighting The lighting in your office can...

Cloud 9 is proud to partner with many incredible companies to provide top-quality automation to our clients. One of our incredible energy automation partners is sonnen,and we know that you will love their company and mission as much as we do. Who is sonnen? Sonnen was...

There are so many benefits to a complete lighting system in your home. Home security and energy efficiency are just the beginning! Keep reading to learn all the ways designing a custom lighting system can benefit you and your family. The Importance of Light Lighting...

Building a custom home is an exciting step to take. But what if we told you that your custom home can go beyond just the physical building? Automation is the key to a beautiful, fully customizable space with solutions to maximize your comfort and peace of mind. What...

We’re proud to partner with Savant Systems to bring you the latest in home automation technology. Keep reading to learn what Savant has to offer you! What is Savant? Launched in 2005, Savant is a luxury home automation system that is a pioneer in personalization. It’s...

Smart Lighting Smart lighting is becoming more popular as people realize the benefits of it. The convenience of turning lights on and off remotely, setting them to turn on right before you get home, or when the sun goes down, has drawn more attention. The automation...

The holiday season is always known for being the busiest time of year. Since your home should be your sanctuary, home automation can be the best solution to make your life more stress-free! One of the biggest fears in traveling during the holidays can be the safety of...

Think about it - you’ve been on the slopes all day, and you want your house to be nice and toasty when you get back home. So you pull out your smartphone and set the heater to a nice 70 degrees. Or you’ve been working all day, and you know you have to put dinner in...

There is a wide range of technology solutions available that are created to withstand outdoor elements without compromising performance. When creating your outdoor space, here are a few things to consider. Music/Speakers Arguably the most important part of outdoor...

With COVID eliminating any chance of attending your favorite sports games, it’s important that the place you watch your team is decked out in the latest technology. Whether it’s your man cave, your living room, or your backyard, Cloud 9 is here to give you the...

As home life has transitioned into something new in 2020, we want to help improve your experience. Whether that be enlightening you about integrations that would be useful for your work, or informing you about exciting ways that technology can enhance your...

Securing your home is one of the most valuable things home automation offers for you and your family. How well do you know your security system? Do you have an action plan in case of an emergency?  Simply owning a security system is the first step to warding off...

Steamboat Springs, Colorado Steamboat Springs, Colorado is where people from all around the states come to escape! Full of adventure, incredible views, and a mountain town so friendly you’ll never want to leave… Steamboat is the place to be. If you’ve never been or if...

It’s hard to imagine what a custom home could bring you when you’re not sure of the products and systems offered. However, the opportunities are truly endless. If you have an idea, odds are that there is a system in place for what you’re imagining. Here are a few ways...

As we make our way through a new year and new decade, it gives reason to check out the new technologies that have recently come about! Specifically, to what you can integrate into your home, we are going to check out some of the hot items on the market right now and...

Living in a custom home can quite possibly be the answer to your dreams. When you’re sitting in your living room, look around. What’s missing? What additions could be made to further improve your current situation? The sites and sounds of custom home automation bring...