Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation

What Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation does

Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation is a privately held, CEDIA-certified custom integrator that designs, engineers, programs, and installs luxury residential smart home systems. The company unifies Control4 (Platinum Dealer), Lutron (Diamond Dealer, including Ketra circadian lighting), Savant, Access Networks/Ruckus, and Hunter Douglas components into single-interface platforms covering lighting, motorized shading, climate control, audio/video distribution, networking, security, and voice control. Founded around 2000 with 25+ years of operating history, the firm is led by Owner Stephen Kraus and Director David Mills (35 years of industry experience) and operates from a Long Island City, NY headquarters that also houses Manhattan's closest Control4 Certified Showroom.

The firm serves four primary customer segments in three U.S. luxury corridors (New York Metro, the Hamptons, and South Florida from Miami to West Palm Beach): high-net-worth homeowners seeking bespoke automation for primary and seasonal residences, real estate developers requiring standardized MDU base packages (notably HFZ Capital Group for the 236-unit The XI on the High Line), architects and interior designers who co-spec projects, and boutique hospitality properties. Its go-to-market is enterprise field sales driven by free consultations, custom quoting, and the by-appointment showroom.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time project-based installation fees (custom system design + equipment sales of Control4, Lutron, Ketra, Savant, and related hardware), supplemented by an ongoing support and maintenance stream and developer-scale MDU base-package rollouts. No public pricing or subscription tiers are offered; all engagements begin with a complimentary consultation and are custom-quoted by project scope. The company holds no disclosed outside funding, operates without subsidiaries, and has no recorded M&A activity, functioning as a founder/management-owned specialty integrator.

Name

Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation

Legal name

Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation

Website

https://kraushi-tech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation is a CEDIA-certified custom integrator that designs, installs, and services Control4, Lutron, and Savant-based smart home systems for luxury homeowners, real estate developers, architects, and hospitality clients across New York Metro, the Hamptons, and South Florida.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Home Automation Services

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Whole-Home Automation System Design & Programming (HSAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Lighting & Dimming Control Installation (HSAHADAB), Home Network/Wi‑Fi, Router & IoT Connectivity Setup (for Smart Home) (HSAHADAI), Home Automation Hub/Platform Integration for Electrical & HVAC (e.g., HomeKit/Google/Alexa) (HSAOANAI), Smart Home Security Automation & Integration (Monitored) (HSAHAAAF)

Keywords

• Luxury home automation
• Smart home integration
• Custom AV installation
• Motorized shading systems
• Lighting control solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

New York City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Custom Smart Home System Design and Installation: Full-service design, engineering, and professional installation of customized home automation systems including lighting control, motorized shades, audio/video, climate control, and security. Revenue is project-based, generated from new construction, renovation, and retrofit installations for luxury residential clients. Pricing is custom quote-driven following consultation.
2. Equipment and Hardware Sales: Sales of Control4 controllers, Lutron lighting panels, Ketra light fixtures, Savant systems, motorized shade hardware, speakers, displays, rack systems, and related smart home equipment as part of integrated system installations.
3. Ongoing Support and Maintenance Services: Post-installation technical support, troubleshooting, software updates, remote monitoring, and system servicing including rack reboot assistance, app configuration, and Control4/Savant system maintenance. Support contact is a dedicated department (800-888-1212 x333) with a support email ([email protected]).
4. MDU/Developer Base Package Installation: Bulk installation of standardized smart home base packages across multi-unit residential developments (e.g., Lutron QS Centralized Lighting, Ruckus Wireless Wi-Fi, Control4 Automation) in new luxury condo projects, providing revenue per unit across large developments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation is a full-service, CEDIA-certified custom integrator that designs, engineers, installs, and services tailored smart home systems for luxury residences, developers, and hospitality properties. The company unifies Control4, Lutron (including Ketra), Savant, Hunter Douglas motorized shading, and Ruckus/Access Networks networking into a single controllable platform, complemented by motorized shades, audio/video distribution, climate zoning, security, pool/spa control, voice control, outdoor audio, and dedicated post-installation support.

Product overview

Kraus Hi-Tech Home Automation is a full-service home automation company that designs, installs, and services customized smart home systems. The core offering combines Control4 as the primary automation platform with Lutron lighting control systems and motorized shading solutions. Additional product categories include whole-home audio/video distribution with 4K home theater systems, climate control with smart thermostats and zoning, outdoor audio, security systems, pool/spa control, and voice control integration. The company also offers specialized Ketra circadian wellness lighting and commercial-grade Ruckus networking infrastructure. Products are integrated into unified systems controlled via wall keypads, touch panels, mobile apps, and voice commands through a single interface.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Home Automation System Design, Engineering & Installation

Quantifiable outcome

• Systems designed and installed for 236+ condo units at The XI (Manhattan's High Line development)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• KetracoreTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2018Ketra, a Lutron company, selected Kraus Hi-Tech as a certified Ketra dealer as of October 2018. Ketra's automatically adjusting LED lighting systems mimic natural daylight and support circadian rhythm wellness. Kraus is one of few integrators providing Ketra alongside Control4 and Lutron shading in a single company, offering a seamless install experience.
• HFZ Capital GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2018HFZ Capital Group engaged Kraus Hi-Tech as the exclusive technology integration partner for The XI — a major mixed-use luxury development at 76 11th Avenue along the High Line in Manhattan. Kraus designed and installed smart home infrastructure across all residential units. This developer partnership represents Kraus's entry into large-scale MDU (multi-dwelling unit) projects.
• Control4coreTechnology or IntegrationKraus Hi-Tech is a Control4 Certified Platinum Dealer — the highest dealer tier — and serves on Control4's Dealer Counsel, participating in beta testing and design of Control4's next-generation smart home products for residential, office, and hospitality applications. Kraus operates Manhattan's closest Control4 Certified Showroom for hands-on demonstrations. Control4 is the primary automation platform used across Kraus installations, integrating lighting, climate, shading, audio/video, and security into a unified system.
• Lutron ElectronicscoreTechnology or IntegrationKraus Hi-Tech is a Lutron Diamond Dealer — the highest tier — authorized to sell and install Lutron's full range of lighting controls and motorized shading solutions. Kraus received Lutron's Diamond Level Award for 2020, the highest recognition from Lutron. Ketra wellness lighting (a Lutron brand) is also offered through Kraus as a certified Ketra dealer. Lutron QS Centralized Lighting is a core component of Kraus's MDU developer base packages.
• SavantcoreTechnology or IntegrationKraus Hi-Tech is an authorized Savant dealer and certified to design, install, and service Savant smart home and audio/video systems for luxury residential clients. Savant provides an alternative automation and entertainment platform alongside Control4, offering streaming, home theater, and integrated control capabilities.
• Access NetworkssupportingTechnology or IntegrationKraus Hi-Tech is an Access Networks Premier Partner, providing enterprise-grade Ruckus wireless Wi-Fi networking solutions integrated into smart home installations. Access Networks' commercial-grade networking is a key component of Kraus's MDU developer base packages (e.g., The XI, One High Line).
• Hunter DouglassupportingTechnology or IntegrationKraus Hi-Tech installs Hunter Douglas motorized window treatments, offering custom-fit automated shades and drapes that integrate with lighting and automation systems. Hunter Douglas is positioned as a premium window treatment brand used in smart home installations for South Florida and New York Metro clients.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ADT: Largest U.S. residential security and smart home provider. Adjacent incumbent whose bundled automation offerings compete with Kraus at the security/integration layer of the luxury home stack.
• Best Buy (Magnolia): Magnolia Design Centers offer high-end smart home and AV installation nationwide. While a much larger, mass-market retailer, Magnolia competes for adjacent custom-installation revenue and represents the broader incumbent encroaching on Kraus's segment.
• Vivint Smart Home: National smart home and security provider. Operates across price points and competes at the lower end of the luxury residential market with bundled automation solutions, pressuring Kraus's addressable funnel.

Direct peers

• Smartlab: Custom integrator serving Southern California luxury homeowners and developers. Comparable to Kraus in its premium positioning, project-based revenue model, and reliance on top-tier certifications (Control4, Lutron) to win high-end work.
• Audio Advice: High-end home theater and smart home integrator with showrooms in Raleigh and Dallas. Comparable to Kraus in its premium residential positioning, manufacturer certifications (Lutron, Control4), and emphasis on demonstration-driven sales for luxury clients.
• Cloud9 Smart: Luxury smart home integrator serving the NY metro and select East Coast markets. Directly comparable to Kraus as a custom installer of Control4/Lutron-class systems for high-net-worth homeowners and developers, with a similar relationship-led, project-based GTM.
• InnerSpace Electronics: Long-established luxury custom electronics integrator in the NY metro area. Direct competitor to Kraus for high-end residential projects, MDU developer partnerships, and Control4/Lutron-certified installations in overlapping geographies.
• Pebble Hill Construction & Smart Home: Luxury custom integrator with a strong East Coast presence. Comparable to Kraus in targeting wealthy residential clients with bespoke whole-home automation, shading, and AV installations.

Others

• Snap One (Control4): Parent and manufacturer of the Control4 platform — Kraus's primary automation backbone. Included as an enabling/infrastructure peer whose product roadmap and dealer-program strategy shape Kraus's competitive position.
• Savant: Manufacturer of premium home automation and AV control systems — and one of Kraus's core technology partners. Relevant as a platform peer whose dealer-program economics directly affect Kraus's business model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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