Safety and security in our homes is paramount. We all want to ensure both our home and family are safe and secure. With homes getting smarter, it is important to know what smart security is and how is can help you.
ION Security is here to support you in all your possible smart security needs, including being able to understand what it is, and how it can benefit your home or business.
The big question is, what is a smart security system?
A smart security system is a grouping of electronic mechanisms that integrate your home security with the internet. This will allow you to be able to control your security system online or via an application on your phone. You can also integrate other parts of your home, including lights, air-conditioning and more. RACV provide a great guide on home security. Having a new or upgraded home security system can lower your insurance premiums too.
Having a smart security system installed in your home and connected via a mobile app will provide you with notifications of any changes to your system. This will alert you to any one in or around your home. Community Crime Prevention advises that Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is one of the best options for your home security system.
There are many different options when it comes to choosing a smart security system. Therefore, it will all depend on the specific requirements for your home.
Some of the features of a home security system include:
- Motion sensors
- Motion sensors are devices that detect movement in a particular area. They measure this through changes in the environment, such as heat, infrared radiation, or other potential environmental factors.
- They can also be programmed to turn lights on when you walk into a certain area.
- Security Cameras
- Security cameras are recording devices that detect motion within it’s frame of view and will record said motion.
- They usually have motion sensors incorporated into them unless they are ones that record at all times.
- By having security cameras on the exterior of your home is a great deterrent to criminals and potential thieves.
- Smart cameras have the ability to connect into your Wi-Fi system and means you are able to effectively livestream your camera footage on your mobile device.
- A lot of smart cameras will include either infrared or night vision.
- You can also even use your smart cameras to communicate with those in or at your home through two-way audio.
- Some cameras can also integrate in with your smart home assistant, such as Google or Alexa.
- Siren
- Sirens can be very effective parts of your home security system. A siren is a really good deterrent for potential criminals, especially when it is connected to your smart home security system.
- You can set this feature to sound automatically if someone attempts to enter your home.
- If you see anyone suspicious near your home, you can utilise your mobile app to set off the siren.
- Keypad
- Keypads are a necessity for any decent smart security system. Each brand will have their own version. However, the team at ION Security can assist you with working out how to use the system you choose at any time.
- Keypads allow the user to arm and disarm your security system, which is especially useful if you are leaving for a period of time.
- Smart locks
- Smart locks can be a great addition to your smart security system. They have a few benefits, including additional security, remote access, convenience to get into and out of your home and history records.
- For those that don’t enjoy having to make multiple trips from the car when unloading groceries or shopping, it can be very convenient to be able to put in a code with one finger, your phone or use a fingerprint scanner to be able to gain access to your home. This will remove the need to have your keys out and ready to insert into your door.
- Entry sensors
- Entry sensors are used to detect when doors or windows are either opened or closed. The sensors will trigger an alert on your smart security system whenever a breach is detected, allowing an early warning of potential intruders.
- Glass break sensors
- Some criminals will note the sensors on doors or windows and may decide to simply break the glass. By having sensors to detect when the glass has been broken will further deter criminals from trying to break into your home.
- Key fob
- A key fob is a good alternative to traditional house keys. There are many pros for a key fob, including:
- Customisable access – each key fob can be programmed so that they can either access everywhere, or certain areas such as just the front door. This can be a good option for kids to be able to enter and exit the house.
- Remote access – in the event you’re sitting in bed about to go to sleep and wondering whether you have locked the door or not, you can simply use your key fob from where you are to ensure your home is locked.
- Additional security measures -most key fobs available utilise encryption methods or rolling codes to help prevent access.
- Mitigate issues of losing your keys – if you or someone from your home manages to lose your key fob, it is extremely easy to deactivate it to ensure no unauthorised access.
- A key fob is a good alternative to traditional house keys. There are many pros for a key fob, including:
- Base station
- A base station is the main part of your smart security system and will ensure all components you decide to incorporate are running smoothly.
- ION Security also have 24/7 monitoring available for your security system in addition to your base station.
- Doorbell cameras
- This can be one of the most common components of a smart security system. There are many different types on the market today, so it’s best to be in contact with the professional team at ION Security to decide which would be best for you.
Whilst some may consider the above to be too expensive to even consider, it is worth asking the question, what is your home and family worth? Neighbourhood Watch have a good article on Quality over Cost.
ION Security have over 12 years of experience in the security industry. Based on the Mornington Peninsula, we provide services across Melbourne and provide stress-free solutions for you whilst also providing the highest level of customer service.
There are many smart security options available, so contact us today to get started on your new or upgraded home security system today.