Why a Smart Surveillance System Is the Perfect House Sitter
Traveling for the Holidays? Leave Your Security Cameras at Home to Watch Over Everything
Although the chill of winter is fast approaching, it’s still warm in other parts of the world and even in the United States. Some luxury homeowners consider winter to be the perfect time for a warm vacation. Wherever you plan to go during the holidays – sunny Florida, Cancun, Bora Bora, or even up north to visit friends – it’s important to make sure your home is protected. Smart security cameras keep all eyes on your property while you’re away.
Today’s surveillance cameras give you the confidence to leave your home in Frisco, TX, without worrying about trespassers, porch pirates, or burglars. But what makes smart security cameras so special? Keep reading to see how these advanced security products help you enjoy the holidays even more.
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An Open Line of Communication
What happens when an older security camera sees a threat on your property? It simply records it. But that’s not enough protection. After all, the damage has already been done by the time you get home. Today’s surveillance cameras and security systems, such as Alarm.com, send you immediate messages (text, email, or voice call) when an event is triggered, such as someone walking up to your front door. Then you can handle the issue remotely.
Take Complete Control from Afar
Answer the video doorbell, lock the doors, or control the cameras (more on that later) right from your smartphone. If the doorbell rings, you can see who it is, and talk with the person. In fact, they won’t even know you’re away. It’s also an excellent way to stop “porch pirates.” Let them know you’re watching, and they leave immediately. Best of all, you’ll have footage of their activity.
What About False Alerts?
Nobody wants to be woken up in the middle of the night because a cat walks by a surveillance camera. Today’s cameras recognize objects. So, it only sends an alert if a person, vehicle, or other preprogrammed trigger is recognized. With smart technology like this, you can enjoy your vacation without worrying about thieves or false alerts.
Smile for the Camera!
Not only do today’s security cameras capture footage in high definition, even 4K resolution, but they recognize faces. When programmed, the system memorizes your face and the faces of your family. For instance, if you and your partner are away on vacation, you’ll know when your children are home safe and sound. Facial recognition also means the system detects strangers, so it sends an alert when an unknown person is on your property.
Geofencing: Create a Virtual Tripwire
If someone gets to the window or door, that’s too close for comfort! So, why not create an invisible barrier with your cameras? Set a trigger for 10 feet away or much further. Then, the system will alert you to the event and even turn on the landscape lights and indoor lighting to scare away the intruder. A security system integrated with smart lighting and even motorized shades gives your home the appearance of occupancy.
Watch, Control, and Alert
It’s one thing to be able to watch recorded and live footage of everything happening on your property, but quite another thing to control your cameras remotely. While basking in the warm sun or sipping hot chocolate while visiting relatives up north, open your phone’s app to view live footage of your smart home.
If you receive an alert, take control of your cameras. Pan, zoom, and tilt them to get the best view. Is an intruder on your property? Easily share the footage with the police so they can apprehend the individual. You don’t need to be home to control your smart cameras. Everything is at your fingertips wherever you are.
Enjoy your vacation by installing smart security cameras on your property. Get started by calling Simpele at (855) 746-7353, chatting with us on this page, or filling out our online contact form. We look forward to hearing from you.
