Get to Know 3 Home Security Innovations

Get to Know 3 Home Security Innovations

Do you ever leave your home and second-guess if you locked the front door? When you're in a rush, security isn't always the first thing on your mind.

We all want to protect our homes and our valuables from a break-in. And you may already have a home security system, but do you know about the latest technology that could make your property more secure and easier to manage?

Here's a look at three recent innovations in home security.

• Secure Home Access:Now, you can unlock your front door with your fingerprint. Smart locks aren't inherently more secure than regular locks. But if you often forget to lock up, a smart lock's programming and accessibility through your smartphone can help you keep your home more secure (and you don't have to worry about anyone guessing your PIN).
  
  
• Compatible Smart Home Devices:If you find it annoying to have one app to control your thermostat, another for your light timers, and another for your alarm system, know that improvements are on the way.A project called Matter, set to launch before the end of this year, should allow consumers to operate more devices using a single system.
  
  
• Intruder-Sensitive Cameras:Some outdoor security cameras can tell the difference between someone who is just going for a walk down your street or delivering a package and someone who is hanging around for too long. The camera can sound a warning tone to scare off potential criminals and send a lurker alert to your phone.

A home security system could make you eligible for a property insurance discount, too. Get in touch today to discuss your policy or anything else.