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Custom Automation Technologies | Home Theater Columbus Ohio

Home theater store · Lancaster, OH · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%86+59.5Reliability 31%78+24Experts Score= 84Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.84SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#28 of 39 home automation installersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 29%
4.9 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · 9 photos
98%five-star reviews
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2025latest review

Custom Automation Technologies | Home Theater Columbus Ohio at a glance

Google reviewers rate this home theater store 4.9 out of 5 based on 57 reviews. Customers frequently praise the team for punctuality, professional communication, and reasonable pricing during installations of media rooms, sound systems, and home automation. Recurring themes highlight the staff's technical knowledge and willingness to troubleshoot complex existing equipment. One common criticism involves a lack of follow-up communication after initial contact, though the owner has not replied to any reviews.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 57 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 57 Google reviews (50 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 7, 2025.
  • Service: Home Automation Installer serving Lancaster, Ohio.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Star ratings

57 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars5698%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star12%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 50 written reviews

  • Praise8999%
  • Complaints11%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2629%
  • Would recommend2022%
  • Speed & response1517%
  • Quality & results1314%
  • Price & value89%
  • Communication56%
  • Honesty & trust33%

What customers talk about

We read 50 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Their entire team was on time, friendly (they loved our dog) and always cleaned up before they left.”
  • “We will continue to call him for any future needs and will most highly recommend him to anyone who asks.”
  • “Amazing service and always prompt and provide innovative solutions.”
  • “Dan did a great job installing and calibrating a new receiver in our home theater.”
  • “He is timely, efficient, knowledgeable, professional, courteous, insightful and affordable.”
  • “He listened to my requirements and implemented them on schedule.”
  • “Throughout, Dan and his team have always been Responsive, Professional, High Quality, and most important, Trustworthy.”

People customers mention

  • Dan 15 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

GusLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I have used this company for the last 20 years for my home audio and visual needs. Amazing service and always prompt and provide innovative solutions. I highly recommend them.

NicholasLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★

Very responsive initially but then was completely ghosted and had to eventually just go elsewhere for our home theater installation needs.

Jason4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 years ago★★★★★

Dan did a great job installing and calibrating a new receiver in our home theater. Additionally, he installed a wireless HDMI solution and programmed our remote to control all of the devices. Highly recommend.

HarrietteLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 7 years ago★★★★★

We can't recommend Dan and CAT more highly. He was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We've had problems with our network in the past and this installation was no exception. Dan wouldn't let it go until he resolved all the issues and answered all our myriad of questions with infinite patience. We…

Amy7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 years ago★★★★★

Dan is the best! Highly recommend. Makes complicated tech in your house easy....

Alice1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 years ago★★★★★

We had CAT install our media room. Their entire team was on time, friendly (they loved our dog) and always cleaned up before they left. We love our new media room and couldn't be happier. Highly recommended!

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 57 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Gus ShihabLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gus has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I have used this company for the last 20 years for my home audio and visual needs. Amazing service and always prompt and provide innovative solutions. I highly recommend them.

Nicholas AllenLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nicholas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very responsive initially but then was completely ghosted and had to eventually just go elsewhere for our home theater installation needs.

Jason Oster4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dan did a great job installing and calibrating a new receiver in our home theater. Additionally, he installed a wireless HDMI solution and programmed our remote to control all of the devices. Highly recommend.

Harriette RobbinsLocal Guide · 8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Harriette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We can't recommend Dan and CAT more highly. He was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We've had problems with our network in the past and this installation was no exception. Dan wouldn't let it go until he resolved all the issues and answered all our myriad of questions with infinite patience. We will continue to call him for any future needs and will most highly recommend him to anyone who asks.

Dan4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

High quality work at a reasonable price - thanks!

Amy Hayek7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dan is the best! Highly recommend. Makes complicated tech in your house easy....

Alice1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Alice has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We had CAT install our media room. Their entire team was on time, friendly (they loved our dog) and always cleaned up before they left. We love our new media room and couldn't be happier. Highly recommended!

Jeff S.Local Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jeff has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We moved into a home that has a very complex AV set up. After reaching out to several companies for quotes Dan was the only one that figured out how to incorporate as much of our existing equipment with the new equipment. They got us up and running in a 1/2 day and we haven't had any issues since. I would definitely recommend his services. He knows what he's doing.

Julie Brennan7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We worked with Dan to wire the sound system during the remodeling of our basement. He did a great job of suggesting modification that helped maximize the versatility of the system. It works great for the 2 TVs and we can play music from our phones or iPads. We also added 2 outdoor speakers and connected the kitchen speakers. We can play the same music on all or play different songs downstairs. Dan was very responsive during the design and installation process. We highly recommend him for any sound system work you are considering. John & Julie Brennan

Kal6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kal has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dan is very responsive, courteous, and very knowledgeable about AV technology. If he doesn’t know the answer, he will take the time to research it. He is excellent to work with all around, including any follow up after work completion. Highly recommended!

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