Easy install: Why smart security is so much easier than you think

Written by Posted On Tuesday, 12 June 2018 11:07

If you are looking to get security, you might be feeling overwhelmed by the work it could take to get it installed. After all, smart security today can come with a number of technologies and it seems complicated to most people at first. However, thanks to many advancements, protecting your home and family is a lot easier than you think:

 

Wired vs. Wireless

 

In the old days, home security systems were all wired. This is how it is has been since they came into existence. The problem with these wired systems is that they can be cut easily by intruders. Burglars came to understand that if they simply went around the back of someone's house and cut the wire, then the power or the system would go out, allowing them to do harm to your family and home.

 

However, a few years ago, major technology changes ushered in by digital evolution began to take hold. The consensus is that wireless systems are better for security. They cannot be cut thanks to being run by a cell chip that connects to phone towers.

 

This wireless ability also means they are much easier to install. In the past, it took teams of professionals to bust through walls, install the components, test the wiring, and sign off on it. This is not the case with new smart security options.

 

Most monitors today are easily hung anywhere in the house with sticky pads and a few nails in some cases. They communicate through the air, giving you a cleaner look and more options than in the past.

 

Perhaps you want a keypad with the lock code by the front door, or maybe you prefer the garage. You can have it however you like it, and it's a breeze to get it up and running. Furthermore, remote locking and unlocking is available with key fobs or even your phone.

 

Mobile Access and Ease of Use

 

Today, by installing a simple app you can gain access to your entire system. This includes the cameras. Enjoy the feeling of looking at your front door camera or watching in on your kids or pets while you are away to ensure they are safe. With a few taps on your phone, you can lock, unlock, or even trigger the alarm if you need to.

 

Integration with other systems is also much easier. In the past, this was a pain. Today, if you have other smart home tech like temperature control or lighting or even sound systems, they can be synced up in no time.

 

Getting Your Security Monitored

 

Some people find the value in having their security system monitored by a team of professionals. However, due to contracts, many people think getting a system installed and monitored is not worth it. They don't want to be locked into something if they aren't going to use it years down the line or if they move.

 

Today, thanks to the internet cutting out the middle man, you have more options than ever before. You can search around for the best packages, the best monitoring plan, and an easy installation that fits your time and budget.

 

As a busy person, you probably don't have the time to check in on your home every second of the day. Monitoring is easier than ever before and alerts the proper authorities to your place in the event of an incident. From fire, to smoke, to carbon, to a breakin, you'll never have to worry about fast response times with modern smart security that is designed to make your life easier.

 

If you want to get your family, pets, and home the protection they deserve, then you need home security monitors. Thieves are professionals at finding holes in older systems. So don't put it off. Understand that it is easier than you ever thought before to install a system that gives you the ability to control the security of your home from anywhere.

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