Are keypad door locks safe?

You are drawn to the idea of ditching traditional house keys and upgrading to a modern smart lock, but safety is still a concern. Are keypad door locks really safer than their time-honored counterparts? The easy response is yes. But before adding one to your Alpharetta smart home, there are several things you should know.

Why smart locks are the right choice for your Alpharetta home

The main issue with traditional locks is the requirement of a key. Keys are frequently lost and easy to copy, which leads to disaster if they get into the wrong hands. In addition, older locks are simpler to bump, pick, and force. Modern smart locks eliminate the need for a key altogether. The ones that have a backup keyed system typically use a different type of cylinder, making them resistant to established break-in methods.

What are the risks of keypad door locks?

Although typically safer than traditional locking systems, keypad door locks do have some risks, like the following:

• Unauthorized code usage: Codes must be kept confidential. It’s also smart to change them periodically and never use easy-to-guess codes like “1234.” If you want to give a person one-time-only access, you can configure a code and then remove it once it’s been used.
  
  
• Hacking: Cyber intrusions are always a hazard for electronic devices connected to your smart home. Reduce the risk by frequently updating apps, firmware, and passwords. Integrate two-factor identification whenever possible.
  
  
• Technical problems: A software bug, battery failure, or WiFi disconnection can cause issues. However, vital local features like a PIN code still work if your WiFi is down, but you might lose app functionality. Smart locks with backup keyed systems can offer another way in.

Do smart locks still operate during power outages?

Yes, your smart lock should still work during an outage as it gets power from batteries, not your home electricity. You can still use the keypad, fingerprint scanner, or Bluetooth, depending on what your system supports.

Why pick Vivint smart locks for your Alpharetta home?

Vivint’s smart locks work smoothly with other devices within your smart home environment. You can turn the lights on automatically whenever the door is opened, or establish a whole-home scene with many automations. To illustrate, you might arm your system, dim lights, secure your door, and even change your thermostat simultaneously when you head to bed. And you know what else? Your locks and all your smart home devices are completely accessible from your phone in the Vivint app.

You’ll always know who’s entering and exiting as Vivint systems keep track of smart lock codes. You can also assign up to 50 unique access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Alpharetta smart home

Would you enjoy locking or unlocking your door remotely and establishing custom actions that engage your smart locks and other equipment simultaneously? It’s doable with Vivint. Place a call to (678) 379-1627 to explore our systems and let us help you design your own Alpharetta smart home.