Smart Home Automation In And Around Osprey, FL
Helping people in Sarasota easily use and enjoy technology in their homes and offices.
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Formerly, Digital Homes (est. 2004), Daisy Sarasota is your trusted partner in simplifying smart home and business technology while elevating your experience. Our team of skilled experts is dedicated to creating customized solutions that enhance security, operations, and overall comfort. We offer a comprehensive range of solutions, including smart lighting, security systems, home automation, and entertainment integration, along with high-voltage services — making us a complete solution for homeowners, builders, architects, and designers. With a commitment to unparalleled expertise and exceptional service, we ensure every project is seamlessly executed to meet your unique needs.
Mark Peterson
Branch Owner, Daisy Sarasota
Mark Peterson has been a prominent figure in the technology sector since his graduation from George Mason University in 1987. He began his career at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Research Extension (MITRE) where he integrated one of the first network connections to the Internet (ARPAnet). After a stint at MITRE, he joined Sun Microsystems as a Systems Engineer, leading significant federal projects for intelligence and defense agencies. Seeking to pursue his entrepreneurial ambitions, he founded ComPath in the early 1990s, pioneering the transformation of cable television plants into Internet broadband networks, growing the company to $18 million in seven years. Despite ComPath’s closure due to the 2000 market crash, Mark launched Digital Homes, focusing on smart home and cloud computing solutions.
Now, partnering with Daisy, Mark aims to provide integrated technical solutions to a wider audience, leveraging Daisy’s expertise in backend support and marketing alongside Digital Homes’ existing technical depth. Their collaboration looks to establish enduring customer relationships while meeting evolving technological needs.
In his spare time, Mark enjoys short track car racing and skiing.
Read more about Mark here.
The Daisy Difference
Our mission is to provide a streamlined and stress-free tech experience for our clients based on proactive service, personalized recommendations and ongoing support. Working with our team is about more than implementing smart systems, it’s about forging a relationship built on trust and care.
At this branch we offer:
- Smart home and business solutions
- Installations & upgrades
- Ongoing service & support
- Free design consultations
Featured Smart Tech Services
Smart Home Automation In And Around Osprey, FL
Life on Florida’s Gulf Coast comes with its own rhythm and challenges. From exposure to salty air and sudden storms, every home system needs to strike a balance between durability and sophistication. Our smart home automation solutions in Osprey, FL, combine resilience and elegance into a single integrated experience.
We specify home automation systems that withstand humidity while allowing complete control over lighting, climate, entertainment, and security. Using marine-rated fixtures, corrosion-resistant wiring, and surge-protected components, we ensure every installation performs beautifully year-round.
Design, Installation, Support
At the start of every project, our design team conducts a thorough assessment to create a storm-ready smart home automation system. Battery backups, network hardening, and protected data links keep your home responsive during power interruptions.
Installation is handled by technicians experienced in coastal construction, from block-and-stucco walls to elevated foundations. After installation, we offer scheduled maintenance to inspect for salt-air wear and optimize the system. With Daisy, you gain a single point of contact for design, integration, and ongoing support throughout your lifetime. We help prevent downtime and protect your investment year-round.
Home Theater, Lighting, and Shades in Osprey
Coastal homes are built for indoor-outdoor living, and our designs reflect that lifestyle. We integrate home theater systems that deliver immersive sound and 4K visuals, all while matching your architectural style. For lanais and pool decks, we install outdoor-rated speakers, waterproof keypads, and moisture-resistant in-ceiling gear engineered to handle heat and humidity.
When it comes to lighting control, you want functional protection as well as ambience. Automated scenes can simulate occupancy, adjust brightness in response to natural light, and respond instantly to storm alerts. Our UV-blocking and hurricane-rated shades protect interiors from glare and fading while enhancing energy efficiency. Together, these reliable technologies create a sense of comfort that complements the elegant coastal environment.
Security and Wi-Fi Networking Integration
Waterfront homes require robust and secure systems that extend beyond interior walls. Our home automation and security platforms integrate cameras, sensors, and alarms that safeguard your property inside and out. We commonly include boat dock cameras, flood and water sensors, and perimeter alerts tailored to your layout.
Connectivity is the backbone of every system we design. Our enterprise-grade mesh Wi-Fi networks penetrate dense stucco and concrete, delivering fast, stable performance throughout the property. No matter where you’re streaming from, you’ll experience seamless control and peace of mind.
Why Choose Daisy
We specialize in automation for waterfront properties across Osprey and the Gulf Coast. Our experience with marine climates enables us to anticipate corrosion, grounding, and network interference, and to engineer long-term solutions that maintain reliable performance.
Our team coordinates closely with architects, builders, and insurers to ensure that every specification aligns with elevation drawings and potential mitigation credits. From structured wiring to exterior equipment enclosures, we design clear maintenance routes that simplify future service.
At Daisy, precision workmanship and clear communication define our process. We take pride in delivering technology that enhances daily life while withstanding Florida’s demanding conditions.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Ready to see what’s possible for your coastal home? Schedule a site visit or virtual walkthrough with our Osprey design team. We review your layout and discuss priorities to identify opportunities for improving comfort, security, and energy efficiency.
To help the planning process go smoothly, have details such as floor plans, preferred finishes, and outdoor coverage areas available during your initial consultation. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and begin designing a smart home automation system tailored to the Gulf Coast lifestyle.
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Posted on Mark HintsaFebruary 18, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dillon did a thorough and professional update and review of our alarm system. Can't thank him enough. My highest recommendation for Dillon and Daisy home automation (formally Digital Home).Posted on Paul DeFeliceJuly 31, 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Digital Homes did two new construction projects for me. They showed up when they said they would and were happy to quickly resolve and issues that might have come up. I am contacting them today to do another new home project for me.Posted on Dominic ZacconeNovember 4, 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Digital Homes did a very nice job installing 10 TV’s various sound bars, outdoor audio, wiring for blinds, control 4 integration all in a timely and quality manner. Even better everyone you encounter from DH is nice to work with. Can be a high stress issue on a new build timeline and they handle it well.Posted on DaveOctober 24, 2018Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mark and his staff installed a smart system, including audio, video, security and automatic blinds, in my home over 5 years ago. As with all electronics, things sometimes break. However, when they do, Mark is always responsive, upfront, honest and most importantly, his guys do great work in a timely fashion. I would highly recommend Digital Homes for your smart home and automation needs.Showing only 4-5 star reviewsVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
