Home security systems are undoubtedly becoming more advanced. Due to this, residents are continuously looking for the best methods to keep their homes safe. Smart doorbells have become popular methods for conveniently enhancing home security. The following will discuss smart doorbells and provide a few advantages of having them as part of home security.
The Features and Benefits of Smart Doorbells
While not all smart doorbells are the same, many provide basic options. This includes video surveillance and motion detection. There’s no need to stop there! With Barnes Protection, these services and more have been improved to better protect every home.
Video Surveillance
With the help of a smartphone app, most smart doorbells have built-in cameras. These cameras allow homeowners to see who is at their door in real time. This alone has become a great deterrent for potential intruders.
Night Vision
It may be more likely to experience a daytime robbery when it’s likely for residents to be at work. However, homes are still at risk at night! Especially, if it appears the homeowners have left the premises for the evening or are away on vacation.
For this reason, many smart doorbells can provide video surveillance even during the dark, nighttime hours. Depending on the model, the doorbell may even come with infrared night vision. This enables clearer video monitoring in conditions with little to no light.
Motion Detection
Most burglars and home invaders avoid homes that have obvious motion detection systems in place. The goal for homeowners is to make the home as unappealing as possible. Motion detection via smart doorbells is one way of accomplishing this.
Even if someone doesn’t ring the doorbell, smart doorbells detect movement. Then, alerts are sent to the homeowner. Clearly, this is useful for monitoring possible break-ins. However, an added benefit is that it is also helpful when checking to see if a loved one has returned. Additionally, it confirms that they have entered the home safely.
Integrating the smart doorbell with the rest of the home’s services has many benefits. For example, having an outside smart light turn on when motion is detected. Many of these “scenes” or “automations” can be set up to ensure the home is even safer. Depending on the home’s needs, there are various package options to provide the perfect amount of protection.
Smart Home System Integration
Speaking of which, most smart doorbells can connect to other smart home devices. This may include Amazon’s Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, or one of the several other options.
Depending on the service provider, this enables features such as remote locking doors, or triggering smart outdoor lights. Every smart doorbell camera is different! We recommend speaking with a professional to check which platforms the doorbell camera supports.
Two-Way Audio
Smart doorbells often have built-in microphones and speakers. Thus, allowing the user(s) to communicate with whoever is at the door. This feature is helpful when needing to assess who the visitor is. For example, are they a welcomed visitor/delivery person? Or, are they an unknown identity?
The most advantageous aspect is that this can all be done without opening the door. Users can quickly identify a friend or loved one versus an unknown identity. Or, see any suspicious activity without putting themselves in harm’s way.
Cloud Storage
Smart doorbells often store footage through either cloud storage or on a microSD card built into the doorbell itself.
While an advantage of SD cards is that they store footage without a subscription, they have downfalls too. In the case of a power failure, or the doorbell itself is damaged/stolen, key footage will be lost. The card also limits how much footage can even be stored.
With cloud storage, video footage is uploaded to a company’s server. Here, it is kept safe. Since it is accessible only through the user’s app, it provides the user with more security. If an event should occur, the footage will benefit the police enforcement. Cloud storage offers the peace of mind that all data is safe and accessible. For more in-depth information on cloud storage, please click here.
Make Your Home More Secure By Installing Smart Doorbells
If you want to keep an eye on your property, a smart doorbell is the perfect option. (Even if you’re not at home!) By not only seeing but also being able to communicate with the visitor(s), you’re adding a level of security. It is convenient and offers freedom from worry- something we are all after!
When selecting a smart doorbell, choosing a model that meets your security needs, budget, and preferences is important. With so many options on the market, we suggest speaking to a professional. They can properly assess the needs of your home and unique circumstances.
Contact Barnes Protection today! With a wide range of protection services, including smart doorbells, we’ll have your home set up to be as secure as possible in no time. Call 613-726-6349 or message us and we’ll be in touch shortly.
