About C. David Chase

The Integrated Smart Home

The 20-Year Perspective

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I didn’t start my career in the “Smart Home” era of plastic hubs and rolling subscriptions. My foundation was built in the “Iron” age of security—where systems were hardwired, batteries lasted for years, and privacy wasn’t a feature you paid extra for; it was the default.

With over two decades of experience in technical hardware deployment and system integration, I’ve seen the industry shift from local control to “Cloud Ransoms.” I’ve watched as simple utilities like garage door openers became platforms for advertisements, and home security became a monthly line item that never ends.

The Mission of cdavidchase.com

This site exists as the digital companion to my Integrated Home series. My goal is to help homeowners, engineers, and DIYers reclaim their “iPhone Real Estate” and their peace of mind by building systems that are:

  • Subscription-Free: No monthly fees for features you already own.
  • Local-First: Your data stays in your “Vault” (your home), not on a server in another state.
  • Engineering-Grade: Using proven hardware like the Honeywell VISTA-20P and the “Silicon” bridges like Envisalink and ratgdo.

Why I Do This

I believe that a truly “smart” home shouldn’t be a collection of gadgets that stop working when a company goes out of business or decides to hike its rates. Whether I’m specifying 18/2 stranded wire for a siren run or explaining the Logic and Loops of a wireless zone, I’m here to provide the “Contractor’s Secrets” that ensure your system is level, plumb, and built for the next 20 years.

The “Vault” Contact Info

I value the “Integrated Home” community. If you have technical questions regarding the schematics or hardware listed in my books, you can reach me at:

The “Silicon” Finish

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