If your smart home has started to feel “glitchy,” slow to respond, or harder to service, the problem may be hiding in your equipment rack. Over time, add-ons, replacements, and outdated wiring can compromise airflow, labeling, and power integrity—making the entire system less reliable. In this guide, Home Technology Experts explains the most common signs it’s time for a rack rebuild, what a professional rebuild includes, and how restoring structure can improve performance across audio/video, networking, automation, and power protection—especially in high-demand Hamptons and NYC homes.

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