Savant Smart Homes, Designed and Installed by Your Tampa, FL, Savant Dealer
Hive Integration is an authorized Savant dealer serving Tampa and the greater Bay Area, from St. Petersburg to Clearwater. We work on your builder's schedule and support your system long after move-in.
Why Builders and Homeowners Choose Hive for Savant
You already know you want Savant automation. The next decision matters just as much: who designs it and stands behind it. Savant sells and supports its systems only through authorized dealers, so the partner you choose shapes your whole experience.
Hive has designed home technology along Florida's Gulf Coast for more than 15 years. We plan your system and install it with our in-house team. Then we program each scene around your routines and stay close for support after you move in. More than 940 high reviews show how that approach works for our clients.
Savant keeps daily life simple. One app and one remote run the house, and a single tap brings up a scene you created, such as Movie Night or Goodnight. We bring that experience to homes throughout Tampa and St. Petersburg, as well as Clearwater. our Hyde Park showroom are a great place to start the conversation.
Everything Your Savant System Can Control
One system can manage nearly every part of your home. Here's what Savant brings together.
Lighting
Set the mood in any room with scenes you create and adjust yourself.
Climate
Stay comfortable through Florida summers and change the thermostat from anywhere.
Motorized Shades
Cut glare and heat on water-facing glass, on a schedule or with a tap.
Audio and Video
Play music on the patio or send any show to any TV in the house.
Home Theater
Start movie night with one button on your Savant remote.
Security and Access
Check cameras and let guests in from your phone.
Energy Management
Track power use and plan for outages with Savant Power.
Remote Access
See and control your home whether you're across town or out of state.
How We Work With Luxury Home Builders
Your schedule is tight, and technology shouldn't slow it down. Here's how Hive fits into your build.
Early Design Consultation
Bring us in during plan review, ideally before drywall. We map equipment locations and wiring needs with your team.
Trade Coordination
We share drawings with your architect and interior designer. Your electrician gets a clear plan for keypad and panel placement.
Rough-In and Pre-Wire
While walls are open during framing, we run every cable the system needs. Adding wire now costs far less than cutting into finished walls later.
Installation and Programming
Once finishes are in, we install equipment and program each scene. We test the full system well before closing.
Homeowner Walkthrough
At closing, we show your buyers how to use the app and remote so they feel confident on day one.
Ongoing Support
Service questions come to us after handoff. Your team stays focused on the next project.
What do you gain? A schedule you can count on and fewer punch-list surprises. You also get a premium feature that helps market the home.
What Your Savant Project Looks Like
Every home starts from a different place. Here's how a Savant project typically plays out for each.
| New Construction / Custom Build | Existing Home Retrofit | Condo or High-Rise Residence | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Timing | Before drywall | During a renovation or any time | Before move-in or during a remodel |
| Wiring Approach | Fully wired for the strongest performance | Wireless options with targeted wiring | Mostly wireless, with wiring where the building allows |
| Typical Scope | Whole-home control, indoors and out | Often starts with key rooms and grows | Lighting, shades and entertainment |
| Planning Notes | Coordinated with the builder's schedule | Planned around finished walls | Requires HOA and building-management approval |
Whatever stage you're at, a short consultation will show which path fits your home best.
Savant Performance and Resilience Details
Savant Power and Storm Resilience
Hurricane season brings a real chance of losing power. Savant Power shows your home's energy use right in the Savant app. When paired with battery storage or a generator, it helps direct backup power to the circuits you rely on most, like refrigeration and essential lighting. You can also check on your home while you're away.
A Strong Home Network
Every Savant command travels over your home network, so weak Wi-Fi leads to slow or missed responses. We design each network with business-grade equipment, the same class of gear used in busy offices. Access points are placed to cover the whole property, pool deck included. The result is a responsive app and smooth streaming, with room to add devices over time.
Working With Other Brands
Savant works well alongside other technology. Your system can connect with many of the brands we carry, so you control them from the same app. We confirm compatibility during design, which keeps surprises out of the installation.
Scenes and Personalization
A scene is a saved setting that adjusts several parts of your home at once. For instance, you might create a morning scene that opens the shades and starts your favorite playlist. Savant lets you build and change scenes yourself in the app. Each family member can have their own profile with personal favorites. You decide what guests and kids can control.
Ongoing Support and Updates
Your system should keep working the way it did on day one. Hive's service plans give you a dedicated team to call when you need help. We keep your software current as Savant releases updates. When something needs a visit, a local technician who knows your home comes out.
Built for Florida's Climate
Heat and salt air are hard on electronics. We place equipment racks in conditioned spaces with proper ventilation so components stay cool year-round. Outdoor speakers and cameras are selected for weather resistance and installed with waterfront exposure in mind. Planning for the climate up front protects your investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hive Integration is an authorized Savant dealer, serving homes throughout Tampa Bay. Authorization matters because Savant supports only systems sold and installed by its approved dealers. Working with one gives you genuine equipment and trained technicians. You also get a local team to call when you need help.
Yes. Hive installs Savant systems across St. Petersburg and Clearwater, along with Tampa and Sarasota.
Bring in your integrator before drywall, ideally during plan review or early framing. Pre-wiring open walls costs far less than opening them later. Early planning also keeps our work in step with your other trades.
Savant Power can help when it's paired with battery storage or a generator. It directs backup power to the circuits you choose and shows energy use in real time. How long backup lasts depends on your storage capacity.
Savant work runs alongside construction from pre-wire to closing. Timing depends on system size and the builder's schedule.
Often, yes. Savant offers wireless lighting controls and other wireless options that work well in finished homes. Wiring is still the better choice for the equipment rack and main TV locations, and we'll recommend it only where it makes a real difference.
Start with these questions:
- Are you an authorized Savant dealer?
- Do you have a local team for service after installation?
- Have you worked with builders on projects like mine?
- What support do you offer once the system is live?
Most condo buildings require approval before work that affects walls or wiring. Rules vary by building, so review your association's guidelines early. Hive coordinates with building management on approvals and scheduling, which keeps your project moving.
Plan Your Savant Project With Hive
Tell us about your home or build, and our team will follow up to set up a complimentary consultation. We serve homes across Tampa Bay, from Clearwater down to Sarasota. Builders and homeowners are both welcome.