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You will likely pay between $2,000 and $33,000 to install a home theater. A large part of this cost is the home theater system itself, which includes the TV, wiring, sound system and disc players. You will also need to install lighting, comfortable seating and potentially sound-dampening to prevent noise leakage. The installation will also come with labor costs and may require more than one technician.

For a more accurate cost estimate, request quotes from several home theater installation professionals near you.

While there are a number of different professionals who are capable of installing a home theater, your best bet is to go with a dedicated company that specializes in such systems. Search for top-rated home theater pros in your area on Thumbtack, and narrow down your search by looking at the customer ratings, reviews and project photos showing their work.

Before you hire anyone, look into their licensing and certifications. Then, request pride quotes from at least three professionals. Choose someone who offers fair pricing and boasts high-quality work.

Here are some examples of average home theater installation costs and the cost of surround sound speakers:

• TV wall mount and up to 5 wall-mounted speakers with hidden wires: $399.
• 60-inch TV and small home system: $2,080.
  • Equipment cost: $1,680.
    • Five box speakers and subwoofer: $500.
    • Three HDMI wires: $30.
    • Surround amp: $250.
    • 60-inch TV and bracket: $900.
    • Labor cost: $400 Including setup, wiring and TV mounting.
• Projector and screen system plus audio wiring throughout home: $12,900.
  • Equipment cost: $9,900.
    • Approximate wire costs: $2,700.
    • Projector and bracket: $1,500.
    • 110-inch screen: $600.
    • Surround amp: $500.
    • 5-inch ceiling speakers and sub: $1,400.
    • Remote control system: $400.
    • Eight zones of speakers and volume controls: $2,800 ($350 each)
    • Labor cost: $3,000. Includes prewiring for 5-inch ceiling speakers, one subwoofer, one 20-inch to 50-inch HDMI, Cat. 6 control wire to projector, 1.5-inch tube for future wire changes, and wiring for two to eight additional audio zones throughout the home. All equipment (audio boxes, amps, cable box, etc.) is concealed. The audio zones are controllable by iOS devices from anywhere in the home.

A home theater is a combination of a large-screen TV or projector and hi-fidelity surround or stereo sound — essentially, an entertainment center made to mimic the experience of going to a movie theater to see a movie. The size of the screen plays a large role in this experience, but the sound is also important. With surround sound, you can hear sounds not only on your left and right but also in front of and behind you.

An ethernet switch (also called a network switch) is your central station that connects your computers, printers and other devices so they communicate with each other. 

Building your own home theater sound system is a challenging process, requiring expert knowledge of audio-video systems, electronics and wiring. For this reason, it’s often better left to the professionals if you don’t have the skills, experience or time. These pros can help you select the best screen, projector or TV, and sound system for your space. They can also manage the electrical work, including installing new lighting and remote control of the entire room, ensuring all of this equipment works properly and safely.

Home theaters are leagues beyond television sets in terms of the experience they provide while watching movies. The seating is optimal, as you won’t have to choose back-row or side seats. You can bring whatever food you like, from dinner to dessert and beyond. The sound is optimized, and you have control over the volume. And video gamers will have a far more intense experience with better visuals and more realistic sound.

In terms of video, home theater systems can be divided into categories of TVs and projectors. Choosing a projector over a TV creates more of an authentic theater experience and allows for a much larger screen. You can also choose between stereo and surround sound systems. Stereo is the left and right that we’re all accustomed to from headphones and car speakers — surround sound also includes front and back elements to further immerse the audience member.

T568A and T568B are the two standards for wiring ethernet cords, according to CNET. And the common type of physical connector is the Registered Jack 45 (RJ45 or 8P8C plug for short). If you need help wiring your ethernet, contact ethernet wiring services near you for cost estimates.

The most popular type of copper wiring or cables used in ethernet applications is the unshielded twisted pair (UTP). Reach out to an ethernet wiring professional if you need help connecting your ethernet.