Planning a Trip? Protect Your Home with an Alarm.com System
With Holiday Travel Around the Corner, Are You Prepared?
‘Tis the season for holidays and social gatherings. As we head into the final months of the year, we find ourselves looking upon back-to-back scheduled festivities and time off from work. If you’re preparing to visit friends and family this year or plan to sneak away to a beach locale for a bit of rest and relaxation, then it’s time to prepare your Lafayette home for your departure.
Protecting your Louisiana property while you’re away is imperative. Keep reading our blog below to discover a few ways you can prepare your Alarm.com smart home alarm system for an extended absence. You can relax and celebrate the holidays wherever you’d like without worry! Read more below.
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Water Leak Detection
Water damage is one of the leading causes of homeowner insurance claims, so being able to stop leaks before they cause extensive damage is imperative. There are a few different types of smart water leak detectors on the market. Some are installed on the main water line outside, and others are placed near areas of your home that could experience a leak, such as the water heater, near toilets, and in the laundry room.
A detected leak automatically sends a smartphone alert or text message telling you where the leak is. You can also tap into your indoor surveillance camera footage to take a closer look. Prevent expensive damages by calling a plumber or a friend to check on your property and stop the leak while you’re away!
Video Doorbell & Smart Locks
There’s no need to worry about porch pirates stealing packages when you aren’t home. Receive motion alerts and ringing doorbell alerts with a smart video doorbell. You can even speak to the person that’s on the porch while you’re far away from home. You could ask the delivery person to use the lockable package receptacle on the porch, or you could unlock the smart lock remotely for the dog walker or a friend coming by to feed your pets.
Mockupancy Settings
Schedule your interior lights, exterior lighting, and shades to operate on a seemingly random schedule, so potential thieves believe you’re home even though you aren’t. Many break-ins are crimes of opportunity, so make your home a less desirable target by programming mock-occupancy scheduling. Whether you have an Alarm.com home security system or a whole-home automation system from Control4, managing your home from afar has never been simpler!
You’re Ready to Travel
Now that you know what it takes to get your smart home alarm system ready for your extended departure, you’re prepared to enjoy your vacation! Connect with the Electronics Professionals team here, or chat with us at the bottom of your screen to explore what’s possible with a new or upgraded Alarm.com system.
