Upgrading Your Home Security? 4 Reasons to Consider Remote Access

Old security systems may have a few loopholes that burglars can use to their advantage. For instance, older surveillance cameras might not have good resolution to help you make out strange faces. Similarly, many old systems don't offer comfort and convenience - a huge downside compared to modern systems.

Remote access features help you get the most out of your security system when monitoring your property from another location. You simply install an app on your smartphone or laptop through which you can:



• View live footage from your surveillance cameras
• Turn your alarm system on or off
• Get scheduled updates of system activity

As you do away with your old security system, keep in mind these four advantages that remote access gives you.

1. Round-the-Clock Protection 

Remote access allows for easy and convenient monitoring at any time or place. Whether you're out for dinner, on a long-distance trip, or at work, you can still keep a close eye on your house. All you need to do is log in through an app on your smartphone. Through the app, you can check both previous and current footage and manage security alerts.

Most remote security apps will give you real-time information about the alarm settings, home temperature, and door lock status. You don't have to be home to monitor to view security footage or manage your surveillance cameras.

Hidden doorbell cameras alert you whenever someone without access is at your doorstep. Use your phone from wherever you are and communicate with them through the doorbell camera.

2. Fewer False Alarms

After an alarm goes off, you'll receive an alert on your device to inform you of a potential disturbance. Images and motion detection data may be sent out to you so you can get concrete confirmation about your home's surroundings.

The remote access override feature lets you arm or disarm the alarm depending on what you get as feedback. In doing so, false alarms are minimized, and your alarm system only goes off when necessary.

Suppose you see someone suspicious trying to gain access to your home. In that case, you can set off the alarm remotely, allowing the relevant authorities to prioritize a swift response to your property.

3. Easier Temporary Access 

If you have a new service worker coming over to your house while you're away, you'd have to give them access to your house. But you may not feel comfortable giving them your house keys yet.

In that case, you can send them a temporary passcode remotely after disarming the alarm system from your smartphone. Live feed from the surveillance cameras might be helpful if you'd like to keep tabs on them while they work. You could disable the temporary passcode as soon as the person leaves your house.

You may also need to let a family member or neighbor into your home. Two-way audio cameras help you communicate with them through the security app if you need to. With remote access, you no longer have to rush home or leave your home vulnerable whenever you expect someone to come home while you're at work.

4. Smart Home Integration

Remote access may help your intelligent home systems integrate smoothly with each other. This property allows for hands-off control for both your thermostat settings and home lighting.

For instance, you could turn up the heat so your house is warm and cozy when you get home from work. Also, the light schedules you set up from your phone may lead someone to think you're home even if you're not. Anyone targeting your home may be discouraged if they can't tell if somebody's in the house.

Should you have any questions about remote access systems, contact us at Coastal Burglar Alarm today.