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Smart locks are a secure choice for most households, and features like remote locking and programmable schedules can make them safer than standard locks. Security concerns still exist, but they generally have more to do with the way families manage smart locks than with the devices themselves. 

Read on to explore smart lock safety and discover why they’re a great fit for your Tucson home.

What Are The Security Risks Of Smart Locks?

There are risks with smart locks, but they largely depend on your family’s own safety habits. These are the central issues to keep in mind:

• Weak codes: Overly simple passcodes are the foremost security risk when it comes to smart locks. As you can imagine, a code of ‘1234’ isn’t a good idea. You should also avoid birthdays or anniversaries and other overly simple combinations. 
  
  
• Network hacking: If hackers gain access to your wireless home security system, they can proceed to bypass the lock. Update your passwords, turn on two-factor authentication, and never skip manufacturer-recommended software and firmware updates. 
  
  
• Code smudging: Entering the same numbers over and over can leave marks that point to your code. Switch up your passcode and clean off the keypad every so often.  

Internet outages and blackouts may also affect your smart lock. Most will continue to work locally since they run on batteries, but you will probably lose access from your phone. Many models are equipped with backup keyed systems, which gives you another way to get it in. 

Pro tip: Smart locks with keyed backup locks are usually resistant to bumping, a well-known break-in technique used on standard locks.

Why Smart Locks Are Safer For Your Tucson Home Than Standard Keyed Entries

It’s not hard to understand the risk of keeping a house key in your mailbox, within a rock decoy, or under your door mat. Anyone who stumbles upon it will have immediate access to your house and the belongings inside. Even when handing a key to friends and family you trust, it can end up with the wrong person and be easily duplicated at the local hardware store. 

Luckily, the days of fumbling with house keys are past us. Smart door locks allow you to go keyless and come with a variety of modern features to enhance your security. 

What Features Make Smart Locks Safer Than Standard Locks?

Smart locks are a core part of modern security systems. They come with features that make them a more secure choice than regular locks. Here are a few:

• Automatic locking: You can set your door to lock on its own after a specified time period. You no longer have to worry about forgetting to lock your door.
• Scheduling: You can program smart locks to lock at certain times and include them in whole-home routines. To illustrate, you could have lights dim, your lock engage, and your system arm all together when you go to bed
• Remote access: You can quickly check your smart lock's status within the home security app. You can even unlock or lock your door remotely.
• Notifications: You’ll receive alerts on your smartphone app whenever a person opens or closes the lock, keeping you abreast of who’s entering and exiting.
  

Plus, everyone who needs entry to your home can be assigned their own unique code, so the same one isn't used repeatedly. You can also grant and revoke access at any time. 

Open The Door To Smarter Home Security With Secure24 Alarm Systems

Smart locks are a fantastic addition to your new security system in Tucson. Contact the ADT-authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems to build your home’s protection today. Call (520) 485-5682 today and take advantage of our same-day and next-day installation in most areas.