Best Ways to Protect Your Home from Break-Ins: Smart Home Installation

An average 3.7 million homes are burglarized each year. Surprisingly, in more than 1 million of those homes, there was someone present in the house at the time of break in. 

Last year alone in 2021, New Jersey reported more than 14,000 stolen vehicles, many of which occurred in Bergen County.

Thefts will only continue to rise, so now is the best time to secure your home and give you a peace of mind. Don’t let intruders take advantage of your property or leave you vulnerable and rob you of your sense of security. 

Let’s start with the basics.

INSTALL SECURITY CAMERAS

Nothing stops a thief better than a camera pointing right at their face. It can stop them in their tracks or help you get justice. The mere presence of security cameras can also be a good deterrent to prevent robbers entering your property in the first place. 

From thieves to porch pirates, installing surveillance cameras will provide a layer of security that will keep you at ease throughout your day. Installing smart cameras will give you access via mobile app to check in on your home and surroundings whenever you need. You can view footage in real time and back it up in storage if you need to watch it later. This would come in handy in the event of a break in and you needed to provide recorded footage as evidence to the police. 

Our security cameras come with these additional must-have features: 

Two-way talk

Motion detection

Night Vision

• Cloud storage
• Wi-Fi capability
• Weatherproof protection

With these special features, you can automatically get updated with instant live video feed whenever someone enters your driveway. In response to suspicious activity, you can immediately scare away thieves with talk and listen capabilities through the smart camera. 

For maximum security and coverage, it is recommended to install outdoor security cameras at every entry point to your house. 

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MOTION SENSORED LIGHTS

Smart lights that are activated by motion is another effective way to keep your home secure. The sudden spotlight can stop thieves dead in their tracks and make them reconsider their plan to rob you of your belongings. 

The great thing about smart lights is that it can be automated and controlled anytime, from anywhere in the world. So even if you’re on vacation, you can schedule your smart light bulbs to turn on and off to make it appear like you are home. No matter where you are, you can monitor and control your home’s indoor and outdoor lights at the touch of a button. 

Smart bulb installation is simplified when hiring the help of a professional. The cost of adding smart lights will be more cost effective in the long run, as they are more energy efficient compared to incandescent lighting. The upgrade to smart light home automation is a no brainer. 

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CLOSE THE GARAGE DOOR

Closing the garage door is not just necessary in preventing your sports and lawn-care equipment from getting stolen, but preventing access into your house. An open garage door is an open invitation for thieves. If you frequently forget to close the garage, even while you’re at home, consider installing a smart garage door for your added convenience and security. A smart garage door can be automated to open and close from your smartphone and can even send you alerts when the door is open. 

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UPGRADE DOOR LOCKS

Smart locks are extremely convenient for daily use - no more fumbling around for your keys or an extra hand to physically open and lock your door. Smart locks allow you to lock and unlock your doors using fingerprint, voice command, or an entry code. 

Its remote control features allows you to grant access to guests or repair technicians so there is no disruption to your day. This also means that whenever you forget to lock it up, you can remotely lock it from anywhere in the world. Its Wi-Fi and bluetooth connectivity will enable alerts when doors open and close, and even give different passcodes to each member of the family, so you know exactly who is entering. Most smart locks are compatible with a traditional deadbolt, so they have the same security features as traditional locks. 

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CLOSE BLINDS AND CURTAINS

Leaving your shades open gives burglars an opportunity to look into your home and scout what possessions are worth snatching. Keep your belongings safe and steer temptation away from burglars by closing your blinds when you’re out of the house. 

We know it’s inconvenient to manually open and close your shades throughout the day. Take the hassle out by installing motorized blinds that work at the touch of a button, or by voice command. Lutron Shades and PowerShades come in a variety of styles that will instantly upgrade your home decor while giving you the privacy and security that you deserve. 

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There are plenty of smart home automation solutions available to keep your home secure. Are you ready to take control of the safety of your family and treasured belongings? Increase your security while elevating your lifestyle. TD Smart Homes is New Jersey’s best home automation company, specializing in smart lights, automatic blinds, garage doors, security cameras, and more. Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate. Call us or fill out the contact form and we’ll set you up with a no-obligation consultation meeting. We look forward to working with you!