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Home Alone: Keeping an Eye on the Kids While You’re at Work

September 17th, 2020
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The kids are out of school because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but you’re still working an essential job. It looks like summer vacation came early this year, so how do you watch the kids while you’re at work? Smart home security has your back with alerts that help you check on the kids no matter where you are.

Alerts for Open Doors

A smart home security system can keep an eye on your house until you get home from work, and one helpful feature is the open door and window alert. Place contact sensors on doors and windows, and the security system sends you an alert when a door or window is open too long.

This alert allows you to text the kids and tell them to close the door. Or, you can have alerts sent to the whole family so whoever is home can close it when they receive the alert. Not only will your house be secure, but you can save on utility bills as well.

Smart User Code Alerts

The kids may go out with another family member or out to the park with a babysitter while you’re at work. You want to know they made it home safely, right? With a smart home security system, you can give each of the kids a user code that works with smart locks you install on your doors.

The code lets them in the house, and you can set the system to send you an alert whenever one of the children uses their code. You’ll have peace of mind knowing they made it home safely.

Smart Video Clips Let You See That They Made It Home Safely

Install smart security cameras around your house, and you can actually see that the kids made it home and who they’re with. You can set the security system to send you video clips every time a defined action triggers them.

For instance, you can set your video doorbell to take a smart clip whenever one of the kids’ user codes is used to get into the house. Setting a specific trigger lets you receive the alerts you want without getting overwhelmed with video clips that aren’t relevant to the kids’ safety.

You can also see who is with them and if they have unapproved guests. In the age of social distancing, it’s important to keep your home safe, and unapproved guests could unknowingly bring COVID-19 into your house.

If you’re interested in smart home security solutions but worried about COVID-19, we’re with you the whole way at Post Alarm Systems. You can purchase our intelligent home security products, and we will ship them directly to your front door. The equipment is safe and sanitized, so there’s no need to worry about you or your family’s safety.

Our security equipment is easy to set up and install. We’re here to help you every step of the way with video or conference calling in accordance with social distancing guidelines. Post Alarm Systems is family-owned and operated, and our customers are family to us. We will continue to give you great customer service and provided the latest in security technology.

About Post Alarm – Your Local Home Security Company in Southern California

To learn more about home security technology, come to see us at Post Alarm Systems this summer. Our highly qualified and experienced home security experts can answer all your questions. Call us today at 1-800-654-7678.

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How Smart Locks & Smart Security Go Hand in Hand

August 25th, 2020
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You may have noticed that many of your home security devices are focused on protecting the area around the front door, starting with the doorbell camera and continuing with the first indoor motion sensors that detect whether there has been a break-in. But what about the door itself? That’s where smart locks come in.

What is a smart lock?

  • A timed auto-lock feature, should you forget to lock up when you leave or arrive home
  • Location-based locking reminders to your smartphone when you need them
  • One-touch remote locking, enabling you to lock doors from anywhere with your phone
  • Unexpected activity notifications, to notify you about unusual door locking events

There’s also integration into the Scenes feature on your home security app; more on that in a moment.

Can it connect to your other smart devices?

Yes! Your smart locks can link to the other smart devices in your home, and all can be controlled on your home security app. This enables you to perform all kinds of helpful home security actions, including unlocking the door for visitors after confirming who they are via video alert. This is great whether the visitor is a friend dropping by while you’re outside at the grill, or a delivery person dropping off a package while you’re at work.

Another thing you can do because of this device connection is use the Scenes feature on your app to lock the door, arm the security system and turn on the lights, all at the same time. If you have a smart thermostat, it can also be incorporated into those commands.

Can other people use my smart lock?

They can, if your smart lock has a numerical keypad. While you have your family’s main numerical access code, you can assign temporary ones to friends and family who may be staying over. These codes are also ideal for babysitters, housesitters, dog walkers and other workers you employ. The codes can be activated and deactivated at your discretion. This is your home security, and you’re in control of it.

These are some important ways smart locks go hand-in-hand with home security. To learn more about smart locks, call Post Alarm. We will be glad to answer your questions.

About Post Alarm

To learn more about Southern California security technology, come see us at Post Alarm. Our highly qualified and experienced home security experts can answer all your questions. Call us today at 1-800-654-7678.

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Artificial Intelligence that Works for Your Home

August 11th, 2020
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Not so long ago, people had very different ideas about what “the future” meant. Now, we realize that the future is less about flying cars and more about automation and intelligence. It started with the home computer, continued with smartphones, and has advanced to a place where we now use artificial intelligence (AI) to make life easier. It’s nothing to be afraid of; when it works for your home and family, AI is your ally.

What AI Accomplishes at Home

The AI that’s used to make home life easier is what powers our smart home systems. These systems provide advanced home security services, but the advantages don’t end there. In addition to managing your home security system, you can use the AI in your smart home system to perform these functions and more:
  • Lock and unlock your smart lock equipped doors.
  • Raise or lower your automated window shades.
  • Control your connected smart lights inside the home.
  • Adjust the thermostat to save energy and make the home comfortable.

Artificial Intelligence with a Human Touch

AI isn’t entirely artificial; when you control it with your device, you add a human touch and customize it to your home and family. With the Scenes feature, all your connected smart home devices communicate with each other to perform these tasks in the order you choose. You can create custom scenes that align with the way your household runs; that means lights come on, doors lock and temperatures adjust at the time you need them to.
A smart home system is more than an elevated home security system. It’s also artificial intelligence that works for your home. Contact call Post Alarm to learn more. We’ll be happy to answer your questions.

About Post Alarm

To learn more about Southern California security technology, come see us at Post Alarm. Our highly qualified and experienced home security experts can answer all your questions. Call us today at 1-800-654-7678.
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Save on Energy with a Smart Home System

August 3rd, 2020
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Does it seem like your household energy bills get higher in the summer? In 2020, many people will see theirs being even higher due to staying home more this year. To combat this, some serious cost cutting measures are in order. But if kids have been home doing distance learning or parents have been there working remotely, it can be hard to use less energy. Fortunately, one way you may be able to cut costs is with your home’s cooling system. How is this doable in the hot Southern California summer? It’s possible if you have a smart home system, equipped with an energy-saving smart thermostat.
With its ENERGY STAR ® certified smart technology, a smart thermostat can help you save money every month, including the hot summer months. Here’s what you can expect it to do.

Automatically stop cooling when the house is empty.

One of the many ways we tend to use too much energy in the summer is by leaving the AC on when the house is empty. It might seem like a good idea at the time, until the bill arrives the following month. But with a smart thermostat, those days are over. Because it’s equipped with Geo-Services technology, your smart thermostat stops running the AC automatically when you leave the house. No more overcooling the house when nobody’s home, which keeps your energy bill down.

Tell you when open windows and doors are costing you money.

When a window or door is cracked open, the cold, conditioned air leaks out of the house – and figuratively, money leaks from your wallet along with it. But with a smart thermostat that’s connected to your security system and controlled by your smartphone, you’ll know immediately when a door or window is left open. Not only will you receive a notification, but the air conditioning will also automatically pause until the problem door or window is closed. This is smart technology that helps you save money all year long, especially in the summer.

Make your lighting more intelligent and connected.

Energy efficient lightbulbs are a great innovation, but their benefits only go so far. By changing out some of your existing household lighting for smart lights, you’ll be able to connect your lights to your security system and control them with your mobile phone.
From the palm of your hand, you’ll have the ability to turn lights on or off any time you want to. If you like, take things one step further and program them to come on at specific times of day. This cuts down on excessive lighting, which cuts down your energy bill.
With a smart thermostat, your days of paying too much for household energy can be over. Learn more about this technology by contacting Post Alarm Systems. We will be glad to answer your questions.

About Post Alarm Systems

To learn more about Southern California security technology, come see us at Post Alarm Systems. Our highly qualified and experienced home security experts can answer all your questions. Call us today at 1-800-654-7678.
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Summer Safety Tips to Take Seriously

July 21st, 2020
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Combine the high temperatures, more time at home and maybe a vacation, and you have a recipe for summer fun. However, these are also the same things that make summer a time of greater risks to your home and family. In a year that has already presented some unprecedented challenges, your family needs ways to enjoy a safer summer in 2020. Here are some tips to get started.

Be aware of summer burglary risks.

Criminals see crimes of opportunity in warmer weather, longer daylight hours, relaxed routines and homeowners being away on vacation. By keeping your vacation plans off social media and installing outdoor smart cameras that send you mobile alerts and video clips, you can protect your home from vulnerability.

Keep outdoor play areas safe.

Not all childhood injuries are minor. Falls and accidents in the yard can be serious, especially if unsafe play equipment is involved. Make sure nothing is broken, loose or rusting on your outdoor play equipment, and consider whether your family may benefit from installing smart cameras that overlook the yard.

Protect kids around the pool.

For many Southern California families, the swimming pool is the go-to for summer fun. Of course, the pool may also present the greatest safety risk of anything on your property. Help protect all the kids who use your pool by:
  • Putting the proper flotation devices on them.
  • Making sure an adult is by the pool to carefully supervise swimming.
  • Laying and enforcing ground rules for horseplay, jumping in and diving.
There is also smart home security that can help you protect kids around the pool. By placing a smart contact sensor at your pool gate, you can receive a mobile alert the moment a child attempts to open the gate.
To learn more about any of the home security technologies here, contact Post Alarm Systems. We look forward to helping you find solutions to keep your family safer.

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To learn more about Southern California security technology, come see us at Post Alarm Systems. Our highly qualified and experienced home security experts can answer all your questions. Call us today at 1-800-654-7678.
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Smart Home Apprehension is Real. Here’s How to Avoid It

June 30th, 2020
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When it comes to smart home devices, some homeowners start off frustrated when it comes to using their smart home devices. But it doesn’t have to be that way; by using a smart home service provider like us, you can get the most value from your smart home technology. Here are some benefits we can offer you.

Professional Installation and Setup

Installing smart home technology requires a higher level of technical expertise than many homeowners have. And even after those physical installation steps are complete, you’ll need more professional help for setup, configuration, adding the system to your home network and integrating it with all of your other devices. The more devices you have, the more work it can be – but when you opt for professional installation, that work will be ours.

A Smarter, More Secure Home

There’s home security, and then there’s smart home security. If you’ve opted to include security services in your smart home system, then you can rest assured that every alarm activation will be answered by a trained security professional at the central station. And if you add on smart security cameras, there are even more benefits – like an immediate alert to your smartphone whenever someone’s at the door.

Unparalleled Support and Service

Homeowners who fly solo with smart home technology are missing out on the convenience of professional support. When your system encounters a problem, you don’t want to miss out too. Rather than attempting to troubleshoot the issue yourself, you can call your smart home service provider. Many times, we can troubleshoot and solve problems remotely. This is the unparalleled support you need.
Smart home apprehension is understandable – but with us at your side, there’s nothing to be nervous about. To learn more our professional smart home services, call Post Alarm Systems. We will be glad to show you what’s possible.

About Post Alarm Systems

To learn more about Southern California security technology, come see us at Post Alarm Systems. Our highly qualified and experienced home security experts can answer all your questions. Call us today at 1-800-654-7678.