Upgrading Your Home Security
Protecting your home is about protecting yourself and your family as well as protecting your investment. That’s why many customers are interested in getting some sort of home security system in place—peace of mind. Yet it’s also important to have something that won’t bust the wallet. At Altra Home Décor serving the greater Phoenix area, we have a few ideas about how to update your home security. Check them out below!
Smart Solutions
Everything seems to be about smart systems these days, and home security is the same. Many smart systems are customizable and DIY-friendly, so you can even set up the sensors and cameras on your own. Of course, you can also get security systems that are set up and monitored remotely by a company; those systems can be ideal for many people. In this blog, we’re reviewing some of the things you can do to impact your smart home by yourself. Consider integrating some of the below.
Smart Home Compatibility
Lots of options can pair with Alexa or Google Home, and they offer remote control. When you select your system, find one that offers a phone app, so you can arm and disarm the system and get notifications right on your device.
Doorbells and Door Cams
We’ve all seen the videos of people who were able to catch porch pirates or deter would-be thieves. With video doorbells and security cameras, you can monitor unexpected activity, record anything that could be suspicious, and let you know when packages have been delivered.
In-Home Sensors
Protecting your home can also be about environmental factors beyond just intruders. Some security systems also offer add-ons for detecting smoke and carbon monoxide as well as water leaks and freezing temperatures that could hurt your pipes.
Use Your Windows
You might not know it, but your windows can also help with home security—as long as they’re adequately treated and particularly if those treatments have the right operating system. Hunter Douglas offers PowerView® Automation on nearly any of its window fashions. With PowerView, you get the convenience of being able to program your window treatments to open and close at specific times. Plus, you can both program and in-real-time adjust the treatments remotely using your phone or tablet with the PowerView app. All of these things can make it seem like someone is home when you’re away, which can deter anyone who might otherwise try to break in. Speak with one of our representatives for more info!
Increasing Security in the Greater Phoenix Area
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
