Are keypad door locks safe?

You like the idea of ditching house keys and moving to a modern smart lock, but you’re worried about safety. Are keypad door locks really safer than the old-school locks they replace? The simple reply is yes. But before installing one with your Dothan smart home, there are some things you should know.

Why switching to a smart lock makes sense for your Dothan home

The biggest downside of traditional locks is the need for a key. Keys are frequently misplaced and simple to copy, which leads to disaster if they fall to the wrong person. In addition, older door locks are simpler to pick, bump, and force. Modern smart locks do away with keys altogether. The models that offer a backup keyed system typically use a more secure style of cylinder, so they can’t be bypassed by traditional methods.

Are there any risks with keypad door locks?

While they’re typically safer than standard locking systems, keypad door locks do come with some risks, like the following:

• Unauthorized code usage: Codes must be kept secure. It’s also smart to update them regularly and never use predictable codes like “1234.” If you have to give someone single-time access, you can create a code and then delete it once it’s been used.
  
  
• Hacking: Cyber intrusions are always a concern for electronic devices bridged to your smart home. Reduce the risk by updating firmware, apps, and passwords frequently. Incorporate two-factor identification if possible.
  
  
• Technical issues: Issues can come up due to a software bug, or battery failure. However, core local features like the keypad still work even if your WiFi is offline, but you may lose smartphone app functionality. Smart locks with backup keyed systems can provide you with another way in.

Do smart locks still work during power outages?

Yes, your smart lock should still function when your power goes out as it gets power from batteries, not your wired electricity. You’ll still be able to use the keypad, Bluetooth, or biometric scanner, based on what your system uses.

Why choose Vivint smart locks for your Dothan home?

Vivint’s Kwikset smart locks work seamlessly with other devices in your smart home. You can switch the lights on any time the door is opened, or configure a whole-home scene with multiple automations. For instance, you can dim lighting, lock your door, arm your system, and even lower your thermostat simultaneously when you go to bed. The best part is that your locks and all your smart home components are totally accessible from your phone in the Vivint app.

You’ll always know who’s exiting and entering as Vivint systems monitor the use of smart lock codes. You can also assign up to 50 distinct access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Dothan smart home security

Would you like to lock or unlock your door remotely and incorporate custom actions that engage your smart locks and other devices all at once? It’s doable with Vivint. Contact (334) 378-2166 to find out more about our systems and let us help you design your own Dothan smart home.