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Smart locks are a secure pick for most homes, and features like home automation and remote locking can make them more secure than traditional locks. Safety concerns still remain, but they typically have more to do with how families use smart locks than with the actual devices. 

Take a closer look at smart lock safety and learn why they’re a great fit for your Mesa home.

What Are The Security Risks Of Smart Locks?

There are risks associated with smart locks, but they mostly boil down to your family’s own safety habits. These are the main issues to keep in mind:

• Predictable codes: Easy-to-guess passcodes are the chief security risk when using smart locks. Needless to say, setting the code to ‘1234’ is a mistake. You also want to avoid birthdays and other easy-to-guess combinations. 
  
  
• Network hacking: If hackers break into your wireless home security system, they may be able to force the lock open. Update your passwords, use two-factor authentication, and always run manufacturer-recommended software and firmware updates. 
  
  
• Code smudging: Touching the same buttons repeatedly can leave smears that point to your code. Change your passcode and wipe off the buttons regularly.  

Internet and power outages might also interfere with your smart lock. Most will keep working at the door as they run on batteries, although you will likely lose smartphone access. Numerous models include backup keyed systems, so you’ll have another way inside. 

Pro tip: Smart locks with backup keyed locks are typically resistant to bumping, a common break-in method used on traditional locks.

Why Smart Locks Are A Better Fit For Your Mesa Home Than Standard Keyed Entries

It’s not difficult to understand the risk of keeping a house key in your mailbox, within a rock decoy, or beneath your welcome mat. Anybody who finds it will have immediate access to your house and your possessions inside. Even when handing a key to trusted relatives or friends, it can fall into the wrong hands and be easily duplicated at the nearest hardware store. 

Thankfully, the days of fumbling with house keys are behind us. Smart door locks end the need for keys and offer a variety of modern features to enhance your security. 

What Features Make Smart Locks Safer Than Traditional Locks?

Smart locks are a core part of modern security systems. There are features available that make them a much better choice than regular locks. Some standouts include:

• Automated locking: You can program your door to lock itself after a set time period. No more worrying about leaving your door unlocked.
• Scheduling: You can schedule smart locks to secure at whatever time you want and include them in whole-home routines. To illustrate, you could have your system arm, door lock, and lights dim simultaneously when you go to bed
• Remote management: You can quickly check your smart lock's status in the home security app. You can even lock or unlock your door from anywhere.
• Notifications: You’ll get alerts to your smartphone app whenever someone uses the lock, keeping you informed of who’s entering and exiting.
  

In addition, anybody who needs entry to your home can have their own unique code, so the same one isn’t used over and over. You can give or take away access whenever you like. 

Open The Door To Smarter Home Security With Secure24 Alarm Systems

Smart locks are an excellent addition to your new security system in Mesa. Reach out to the ADT-authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems to design your home’s protection today. Dial (480) 608-0065 today and take advantage of our same-day and next-day installation in most locations.