So you finally decided to hop on this smart security everyone is talking about. But you don’t know where to begin or how to choose the right devices for your home. Well, you’re in luck. Hang on tight while we guide you through it.
There are many different smart security systems and devices out there, and it’s important to find the right one for your home and budget. Every home is different and has different security needs. Your security system needs to be designed to fit the layout of your home.
Here are important things you need to consider to help you pick the best home security system for your needs.
The size of your home
When choosing the ideal smart security system for your home, you have to consider the size of your home. Larger homes have more areas to monitor than smaller homes. You may need to get extra equipment if you live in a big house, like entry sensors and outdoor cameras to protect vulnerable spots.
What you want to monitor
Decide what you want your system to monitor. Do you want a security system that just keeps your home safe from burglars and break-ins, or do you want one that will also help keep your family safe from other dangers, like fires, floods, carbon monoxide, and so on?
Knowing what you want to monitor can also help you decide which type of equipment you need for your system. For example, a doorbell camera with a 90-degree field of view will only allow you to monitor the area directly in front of your front door. If you want to see everything on either side of your doorway, you’ll need a video doorbell camera with a field of view of 180 degrees.
Device selection
A home security system is made up of several different pieces of security equipment that work together to keep your home safe. Here are some security devices that make a a quality smart security system.
- A control panel communicates with all the parts of your security system and allows you to activate and control them from a central location.
- Sensors in vulnerable parts of your home like your doorways, or near windows tell you when somebody is trying to enter. Some sensors even have the ability to differentiate between human movement and animal movement to prevent false alarms.
- Security cameras can be placed both inside and outside your home to capture activity while it’s in progress. Some home security cameras have night vision so you can see what’s going on in the dark. Doorbell cameras allow you to view visitors at your front door and even communicate with them using a two-way communication feature.
- Motion detectors sense when people are moving around inside or around your house, depending where the sensors are set up.
- Glass break sensors can tell you when glass is shattered in your home. For example, the window sensor will alert you with a high-pitched alarm whenever a window is broken.
- Home alarm systems can alert you to dangerous situations and often ward off potential criminals.
- Smoke detectors warn you whenever there is harmful smoke in your home.
- Carbon monoxide detectors determine if there’s carbon monoxide in your environment and will warn you if they sense any.
- Flood sensors and leak sensors tell you when there’s water in your home.
- Lighting such as floodlights can shine brightly when someone gets close to your home. Sometimes, this is enough to deter intruders.
Customization
A quality home security system should be customized for your specific security needs. An installation expert can help you decide things like which devices you need and the best location for your motion sensors.
Whether you want to combine a doorbell camera and outdoor cameras with motion sensors and 24/7 monitoring, or you’re just interested in smart door locks and a doorbell camera, all products work together to create a fully integrated system.
Professional / self monitoring
You might choose a home security system that you monitor yourself. This means that the system will send a notification directly to you whenever suspicious activity is detected. Then, it’s up to you to take necessary action. On the other hand, you can opt for professional security monitoring. This means that the system will automatically notify the police or fire department whenever a threat is detected. Monthly monitoring can be a useful tool for your security system, but it also comes with a monitoring fee.
App Integration
A great home security system needs a mobile app that lets you connect with and control your system from anywhere. Not only should the app be reliable but it should also work well with all of the security and automation tools in your home.
EyeSyte’s intuitive app makes managing all of your EyeSyte smart security devices simple — no matter where you are. It gives you the power to control all of your security and smart home devices, like security cameras, smart locks, and smart lights.
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