A great home theater experience depends on more than a big screen and good speakers. Behind every clean, immersive media room is proper electrical wiring -- dedicated circuits that prevent dimming and interference, in-wall cable runs that eliminate visible clutter, and surge protection that safeguards thousands of dollars in equipment. Whether you are building a dedicated theater room or upgrading your living room setup, the wiring makes the difference.
Homes throughout Aiken and North Augusta were not wired with today's AV equipment in mind. Receivers, projectors, subwoofers, and gaming consoles draw significant power and are sensitive to voltage fluctuations. Plugging everything into a shared circuit with your refrigerator or HVAC system leads to audio hum, video artifacts, and equipment damage over time. Unity Power & Light designs and installs home theater wiring systems that deliver clean, reliable power and signal to every component in your setup.
What We Install
We handle every aspect of the electrical and low-voltage wiring for your home theater or media room, from power delivery to signal distribution.
HDMI & Video Cable Runs
In-wall HDMI cable runs from your source components to your TV or projector. We use CL2-rated cables approved for in-wall installation and route them through proper low-voltage brackets to maintain signal quality.
Speaker Wire & Audio
In-wall and in-ceiling speaker wire runs for surround sound systems -- 5.1, 7.1, Dolby Atmos, and custom configurations. We use oxygen-free copper speaker cable and terminate connections cleanly at wall plates or binding posts.
Dedicated AV Circuits
Separate 20-amp circuits dedicated to your AV equipment, isolated from household loads. Dedicated circuits prevent voltage drops that cause projector flicker, amplifier distortion, and subwoofer performance issues.
Surge Protection
Whole-home and point-of-use surge protection to shield sensitive AV equipment from power surges. South Carolina thunderstorms are a real threat to unprotected electronics. We install surge protection at the panel and at the equipment location.
In-Wall Cable Management
Recessed outlet boxes behind wall-mounted TVs, cable raceways, and structured wiring panels that keep every cable hidden and organized. No visible wires running down your wall.
Projector Power & Signal
Ceiling-mounted outlet and junction box for projector installation, with HDMI and power routed through the ceiling or wall cavity. We plan the cable path before cutting any holes.
Our Installation Process
Plan the Layout
We review your equipment list, room layout, and seating positions to determine exact cable routing, outlet placement, and circuit requirements. We identify the best paths through walls, ceilings, and floors to minimize drywall cuts and keep all wiring concealed.
Run Power Circuits
We install dedicated 20-amp circuits from your electrical panel to the equipment location. Power and low-voltage cables are separated by proper spacing to prevent electromagnetic interference that causes audio buzz and video noise.
Install Low-Voltage Wiring
HDMI, speaker wire, subwoofer cable, and network cable are routed through the walls using low-voltage brackets and proper separation from electrical wiring. We pull cables carefully to avoid kinks and maintain signal integrity over long runs.
Terminate, Test, and Verify
Every cable is terminated at clean wall plates or connection points, labeled for easy identification, and tested for signal quality. We verify power circuits are delivering clean voltage and confirm surge protection is active before considering the job complete.
Why Professional Installation Matters
Home theater wiring involves both electrical power and low-voltage signal cables. Mixing these incorrectly or cutting corners creates problems that are expensive to fix later.
Electrical and Signal Separation
Power cables and signal cables (HDMI, speaker wire, network) must maintain proper separation inside walls. Running them too close together or through the same holes causes electromagnetic interference -- the source of audio hum and video artifacts. We follow NEC guidelines for cable separation in every installation.
In-Wall Cable Ratings
Not all HDMI cables and speaker wire are rated for in-wall use. Building code requires CL2 or CL3-rated cables inside wall and ceiling cavities. Using unrated cables is a fire code violation. We only install cables that meet in-wall safety ratings and deliver the signal quality your equipment demands.
Circuit Capacity Planning
A full home theater system -- receiver, projector, powered subwoofer, gaming console, streaming devices -- can draw 10 to 15 amps. Sharing a circuit with other household loads leads to breaker trips and voltage drops. We calculate total draw and install adequate dedicated circuits.
Future-Proofing
We run conduit or extra cable pulls during installation so you can upgrade to new cable standards later without opening walls again. AV technology changes fast -- having accessible pathways saves significant time and money on future upgrades.
Home Theater Wiring Pricing
Unity Power & Light provides flat-rate pricing for home theater wiring projects. Every job is quoted after a site assessment so you know the exact cost before work begins.
Pricing depends on the number of cable runs, wall construction (drywall vs. plaster, single story vs. multi-story), and the complexity of your equipment setup. We provide a detailed written quote after assessing your room.
For a comprehensive guide to planning your home theater wiring, read our blog post: Home Theater Wiring Guide for Aiken, SC Homeowners
Why Choose Unity Power & Light
Need other electrical work done at the same time? We offer a full range of residential electrical services including outlet installation, lighting upgrades, panel work, and more. Combining projects in a single visit saves you time and money.
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