--- title: "Tech Tonic LLC — Home Automation & Home Media | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-automation-and-home-media/tech-tonic-llc-pfvwus-pf~310395914 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~310395914.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Tech Tonic LLC" category: ["Home Automation & Home Media"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c993ba5c0f4c3320_3888-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Chicago, Illinois 60610, United States" latitude: 41.9033 longitude: -87.6336 phone: "(888) 824-2212" website: http://www.thetechtonics.com rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 51 last_updated: 2026-08-16 --- # Tech Tonic LLC Original Houzz profile: [Tech Tonic LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-automation-and-home-media/tech-tonic-llc-pfvwus-pf~310395914) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Automation & Home Media - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Cicero, Evanston, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Skokie, Oak Lawn, Berwyn, Oak Park, Glenview, Northbrook, Elk Grove Village, Niles, Chicago Heights, Melrose Park, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Crest Hill, Norridge, Forest Park, Lincolnwood, River Forest, Summit, Lyons, Riverside, Harwood Heights, North Riverside, Forest View, Bedford Park - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - 10,000 Ideabook Saves Tech Tonic is a national consultancy that provides pure unbiased technology designs for homes and businesses. We do not sell, install, or profit from manufacturer's products or installation firms that we recommend. Our goal is to help clients through the myriad of technology options and firms. We provide the best advice, design, and value which ultimately saves money. Whether you are building and designing a new home or facility or are a do it yourselfer who needs help to get the best designed system, Tech Tonic is your solution. ### Services Provided - Home Automation - Surround Sound Installation - Home Theater Installation - Security Camera Installation - Outdoor Audio Installation - Home Theater Design - Home Security Companies & Installation - TV Installation - Outdoor Lighting Installation - Home Technology Consultation ### Areas Served - Chicago - Cicero - Evanston - Schaumburg - Arlington Heights - Palatine - Skokie - Oak Lawn - Berwyn - Oak Park - Glenview - Northbrook - Elk Grove Village - Niles - Chicago Heights - Melrose Park - Morton Grove - Elmwood Park - Crest Hill - Norridge - Forest Park - Lincolnwood - River Forest - Summit - Lyons - Riverside - Harwood Heights - North Riverside - Forest View - Bedford Park ### Typical Job Cost Based on Project Requirements. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Tech Tonic LLC | | Address | Chicago, Illinois 60610, United States | | Phone | (888) 824-2212 | | Website | http://www.thetechtonics.com | | Followers on Houzz | 51 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/tech-tonic-llc/122294661181926 - X (Twitter) — http://twitter.com/\#!/thetechtonics - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/john-baumeister/3/8a7/90 - Blog — http://www.thetechtonics.com/apps/blog ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Tech Tonic LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-automation-and-home-media/tech-tonic-llc-pfvwus-pf~310395914) - **Website:** http://www.thetechtonics.com - **Phone:** (888) 824-2212 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2015), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — Maura Braun Interior Design, Inc., Nov. 2014** > I have known and worked with John Baumeister for over 2 decade in the residential market for home automation. My clients and I truly enjoy working with him as he brings such a vast knowledge of technology systems to the table. He makes the process a real pleasure to be a part of, as John being a consultant uses his award winning experience to arrive at the best system for each Client. Since each solution is custom tailored, no two projects are alike. > > What I like best is how his firm Tech Tonic Consultants approaches each design, as they considers ALL relevant possibilities in an unbiased manner to find the best solution. > > John has taught me that a project's success depends on the following: > the technology systems must be intuitive and simple to use > it must be designed with purpose so that it has a touchpoint everyday in the lives of his clients > it must work 24/7 > there must be added value to the client by not having them worry or waste their time with the details and that allows them to pay about 30% less > For me, as an Interior Designer, I know that John will handle all of the minutia and that to me,... is priceless. **★★★★★ — reardonamy, May 2014** > With an extremely busy family with 4 kids I have unfortunately been the point person to deal with all the technology issues in our home. When we decided to revamp our Lower Lower Area, the thought of meetings with Audio Video firms and their sales people sent shivers down my spine. Luckily my builder told me about Tech Tonic Consultants. As consultants, they discuss solutions to my needs in a way I could understand. I realized that through other companies recommendations, many of my systems did not work consistently or were too difficult to operate because (unbeknownst to me) I was only putting "band-aids" on my family needs. Tech Tonic told me exactly what we needed and what it was going to cost. I did not have to be at any meetings as I let them take care of all the Project Management and decision duties. Now I have my kids able to be on the Internet all the time without it failing. We have an incredible Media Room, Bar, and Golf Area all easily controlled by a simple > remote or an iPad/iPhone. With control of the entire lower level lights I can shut down everything at a touch of a button. As well, my kids now have friends over and we are playing all kinds of music outside from even their friends music libraries. I could not be more pleased as everyone is having more fun simply and I am having more peace of mind. **★★★★★ — Oak Design & Construction, May 2014** > John Baumeister and his company are at the forefront of the home technology industry. Instead of being an equipment sales person, John's firm consults with our clients to develop workable, budget oriented solutions to achieve their goals. He follows the installation and programming through to the end of the process to insure the systems work as prescribed. I feel confident bringing him in on any project, because of the expertise and experience he has. ## Selected projects - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchens-pj-vj~5796277) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Dining Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dining-rooms-pj-vj~5792767) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Offices](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/offices-pj-vj~50140) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Master Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/master-bathroom-pj-vj~76435) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Lighting Control](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lighting-control-pj-vj~5742323) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bedrooms-pj-vj~50138) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Listening Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/listening-rooms-pj-vj~561892) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Deck and Patios](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/deck-and-patios-pj-vj~103508) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Hidden Solutions](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hidden-solutions-pj-vj~541041) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Theaters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/theaters-pj-vj~46001) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Conference Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/conference-room-pj-vj~57958) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Millennium Park 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/millennium-park-2-pj-vj~2281724) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: MBID worked with Architect David Raino-Ogden and General Contractor Marcel Olar to create this incredible home 35 floors up overlooking beautiful Millennium Park in Chicago. This was a 14 month project that resulted in a gorgeous home that matches our Clients' lifestyle for entertaining family and friends, while maintaining an ease of living. - [Golf Simulator Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/golf-simulator-room-pj-vj~523817) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Garage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garage-pj-vj~87513) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Media Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/media-rooms-pj-vj~46002) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-automation-and-home-media/tech-tonic-llc-pfvwus-pf~310395914) ## Community Q&A **Q: Love the chairs!** *(in Photo Questions)* Great room. Could you please say where these chairs may be purchased? A: I'm sorry. We do not sell furniture. **Q: what wood is that wall made of?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: That would be an Anigre Veneer **Q: Love the functionality** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the paint color and approx room size? A: Unfortunately, we designed the technology for the room. I do not know the color. The room was about 12x20. Thanks! **Q: can this decking design be overlaid on a vinyl deck surface?** *(in Photo Questions)* I have a new home with a waterproof deck finish, however would like to overlay a wood deck, without fastening into the vinyl. this is a great looking product! A: We do not build decks. We designed the technology hidden into the looks. Unfortunately, the builder is not in business anymore. **Q: Are those prefabricated privacy screens or custom built?** *(in Photo Questions)* I really like the look of that screening over a lattice A: Custom Built. **Q: Simply beautiful. Is that a 12 foot ceiling, what are meas/screen siz** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you think it is worth it if you are building to do a 12 foot ceiling vs. 10 ft. A: This was built out of an old racquetball court. Dimensions for a racquetball court are 20x20x40 ft. The actual screen size is 9 feet high by 16 feet wide. It is an acoustically transparent screen as the speakers sit behind. ALWAYS get as much ceiling height as possible! (You can never go back) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-16.*