Your home is meant to be to be your own private space where you can relax, unwind, have fun with family and friends, and feel safe and comfortable at all times. And while no-one wants to think about being the victim of a home robbery or break-in, the fact is that it does happen, and it happens at a rather alarming rate across the country. This is exactly why so many homeowners install smart home security systems. They give you peace of mind and can act as a strong deterrent for would-be intruders. Let’s take a look at some of the top features to look for when picking the right smart home security system for your needs.
Does it have a doorbell camera?
One of the most popular features to look for in a Smart Home Security System today is a doorbell camera. Not only is it a useful feature, but you’ll find that it’s one of the most popular features these systems have. What’s great about a doorbell camera is that you will obviously be able to see who is at your door but, in many cases, you can also speak with them, and here’s the best part – that is done remotely. What that means is that you can be on vacation in a different country, get an alert that someone is at your door, and you can then speak to them giving the impression that you are right there – at home.
Smart sensors and detectors
These systems also tend to have smart sensors and detectors that are meant to keep you and the house safe. This includes such things as a water sensor, which can sense a water leak in the home, and a carbon monoxide detector which will alert you if there is a gas leak. These are the kind of safety features you hope to never use, but should they be required, they can literally save your life where a carbon monoxide leak is concerned.
Make use of a Wi-Fi camera
A Wi-Fi camera is not to be confused with a doorbell camera as this is a separately mounted camera. Because this one is Wi-Fi enabled, you’ll be able to access the video remotely. It will constantly be recording, and you may also be able to take still pictures – which can come in handy if you need to share information with police.
When shopping for the right Wi-Fi camera for your security system, be sure that it features night vision, so you have a clear and crisp picture any time of the day or night. It also needs to be positioned in a way that it will capture the entire image of any would-be intruders.
It should feature a Companion App
Finally, you want to be sure it features a companion app that can be installed on your phone, giving you quick and easy access to all the features, voice control, video, and photos.
These are just a few of the key features to look for when shopping for the ideal smart home security system.
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