Enhancing Home Security With Smart Locks & Keyless Entry Systems
Sick of forgetting your keys or leaving a key under the doormat? Upgrade your home’s security and ease of entry with smart locks and keyless entry systems.
Home security technology has advanced in recent years, making it easier than ever to secure your home and monitor for unwanted activity. Between smart locks and doorbell cameras, you can stay connected to your home even when at work or on vacation.
Safe & Sound Home Systems explains the benefits of smart locks and how they can enhance your home’s security.
Smart Locks vs. Traditional Locks
The biggest advantage of smart locks compared to traditional locks is the ability to lock and unlock your doors remotely. Smart locks are typically associated with a smartphone app that allows you to control access to your home, no matter where you are located.
Another advantage of smart locks is that you do not need to have a physical key to unlock the door. Many smart locks have number pads where you enter a code.
Traditional locks, on the other hand, require a key and manual operation. Depending on your home security needs, a traditional lock is fine, but if you want to elevate your security, consider switching to a smart lock.
How to Choose the Right Smart Lock for Your Home
Choosing the right smart lock is essential for your home security. Different brands have various styles, colors, and features.
There are several popular brands of smart locks, including:
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August
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Schlage
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Yale
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Level Bolt
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Lockly
Ask Yourself These Questions
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Do I have a reliable and consistent Wi-Fi connection?
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Do I want a number pad or a fingerprint reader?
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Do I also want a manual key to open the door?
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Who will need to gain access to my home?
Popular Smart Locks
There are many well-made smart locks available today with similar features and innovative solutions.
Popular brands include:
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock: Simple to install, can use original keys, and can add additional accessories like a remote keypad
August Smart Lock: Does not have built-in Wi-Fi, but it is simple to use and more cost-effective.
Schlage Encode Plus: Compatible with Apple watches. Line up your Apple Watch with the reader and the door will unlock.
Yale Assure 2: This smart lock works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home.
Level Bolt: This lock is “invisible,” so people will not know you have a smart lock.
Lockly Secure Plus: Includes a fingerprint reader and number pad.
Keyless Entry Security Ricks
Like anything, keyless entry can come with security risks. For example, if you give out your passcode to too many people, someone unwanted could learn it and break into your home.
Keyless entry smart locks can also be hacked by tech-savvy predators. You will need to ensure your code is not something that can be associated back to you, like birthdays or ATM pins. There is always the possibility of forgetting your code as well, which can be a challenge.
Another risk is your smart lock losing power. Without a battery backup, you may not be able to access your home, though some smart locks do have battery backups to protect against this situation.
Integrating Smart Locks Into Home Security Systems
Many smart devices, including smart locks, are made to connect to other smart devices. This means that you can fully integrate your home security system with your smart locks.
These devices can be paired with your home security system to turn on alarms and lock your doors at the same time every night with a voice command or a tap on your smartphone.
When researching your smart lock, ensure it is compatible with your chosen home security system or home assistant system (such as Alexa).
Future Innovations in Smart Locks & Keyless Entry
The future is an exciting place for smart locks and home security. As technology advances, home security methods become more advanced and secure.
Some future innovations in smart locks and home security include:
Staying up to date with emerging home security technologies can help keep your home more secure and safe.
Integrate Your Home Security with Safe & Sound Home Systems
For over 20 years, Safe & Sound Home Systems has provided exceptional home security integration for homeowners and businesses in the Twin Cities.
We offer the future of home security and help you achieve total smart home automation. Our experienced technicians can assess your home and provide suggestions for increasing its security.
We also provide 24/7 monitoring for residential and commercial buildings. Give us a call today at 763-634-1094 to schedule your free home security consultation.