Do More With Your Home Security System With These 4 Little Known Integrations

Having a home security system can give you peace of mind while you’re home and while you’re away. The best home security systems are a great way to protect you, your family, and all your personal belongings. 

You know just how valuable it is to install a security system, but did you know your home security system can offer much more than home protection through the sound of an alarm?

Your home security system does a few other things as well that most homeowners aren’t aware of. Access control systems, secret alerts, audio and video, and geofencing are several other things you can do with your system. Not sure how to get the most out of these features?

In the guide below, you’ll find information about each of these security features you’ll want to consider using when having a security system installed in your home. Continue reading to learn more!

1. Automation 

What is home security automation? Modern technology now allows your home security system to give you access to different controls around your home. The system allows you to easily control several features throughout your home via internet access.

You’ll be able to manage these controls on your smartphone or tablet even when you’re not at home. When would this come in handy? Let’s say you leave your home for the day and after driving a few miles, you realize you’re not sure if you locked the front door or not?

Did you forget to turn off the lights or maybe you wanted to leave a light on? What if you need to turn the temperature up to save on utilities? These are all things you can do from anywhere with your access control system. 

2. Secret Alerts

How can secret alerts benefit you? You can set up your home security system to send you secret alerts when certain things happen around your home. For example, you can place sensors on private drawers or cabinets that’ll let you know when someone’s accessed it. 

Gun safes and medicine cabinets are two great places to install sensors. When the doors are opened, the sensor will pick up on this and send you a notification. You can also customize the settings on your alerts to receive them how you’d like, to set off an alarm or not, and so on. 

These secret alerts can help any homeowner take complete control over their home no matter who lives under their roof or enters their home.  

3. Audio and Video

Your home security system can now connect with the audio and video throughout your home. You can install an entire home audio system that’s also linked with your security system. Speakers can be placed around your home that allows you to speak to anyone in your house whether you’re there or not. 

You can also use your smartphone or tablet to sign into your account and view the interior and exterior of your home to keep an eye on things when you’re not around. This is also a good way to give parents peace of mind when their children are home alone. 

4. Geofencing

Geofencing can be set up with an electronic device that triggers the system once it comes into its boundaries. You can use a cellphone or another electronic device. You’ll then want to go into your settings and allow the system access to your location so it can pick up on it when nearby.

You can have it set up to lower the air conditioning when you’re 15 minutes away from home. You can also set it up to notify you when someone in your home crosses a certain boundary. 

Reasons to Install Home Security Systems

With all these wonderful features home security systems now offer, there’s no doubting how you could benefit from it. However, if you’re still looking for a few more reasons why you should have a home security system, here’s what you need to know. 

Reduced Crime Rates

We know that a home security system will alert homeowners when a break-in occurs, but it’s also important to note that having a home security system can also reduce crime rates by deterring criminals. When criminals spot your security system, cameras, or sign in your yard, they’ll be less likely to target your home. 

Lower Home Insurance

Did you know you might qualify for lower home insurance rates when you install a home security system? That’s right! When home insurance companies confirm your system they’ll then lower insurance rates because your home is now less likely to be the victim of a crime. 

Are You Ready to Install Your Security System?

Do you believe your home could benefit from a home security system? Home security systems can give you complete control over your home even while away and can provide you with the peace of mind you and your family need. 

To see how a modern home security system can benefit you, be sure to request a free quote from SNAP Integrations. We look forward to hearing from you!