Are keypad door locks safe?

You like the idea of ditching your old house keys and switching to a modern smart locking system, but you’re worried about safety. Are keypad door locks truly safer than the old-school locks they replace? The simple response is yes. But before integrating one into your Texarkana smart home, there are some things you should know.

Why smart locks are the best option for your Texarkana home

The main issue with traditional locks is having to rely on a key. Keys are frequently misplaced and simple to copy, which leads to disaster if they fall to the wrong person. In addition, older locks are more vulnerable to bumping, picking, and forcing. Modern smart locks remove the need for a key entirely. The options that provide a backup keyed system frequently use a different type of cylinder, so they can’t be circumvented by traditional methods.

What are the risks of keypad door locks?

While they’re typically safer than standard locking systems, keypad door locks do have some risks, such as the following:

• Unauthorized code usage: Codes have to be kept secure. It’s also smart to update them often and steer clear of easy-to-guess codes like “1234.” If you have to give someone one-time-only access, you can create a code and then eliminate it once it’s been used.
  
  
• Hacking: Network breaches are always a concern for electronic devices connected to your smart home. Reduce the risk by updating firmware, apps, and passwords frequently. Incorporate two-factor identification if possible.
  
  
• Technical problems: A WiFi disconnection, software bug, or battery failure can cause problems. However, essential local features like the keypad still work even if your WiFi is down, but you could lose smartphone app functionality. Smart locks with backup keyed locks can give you another way in.

Do smart locks still work during a power outage?

Yes, your smart lock should still function when you lose power as it gets power from batteries, not your wired electricity. You may still use the keypad, Bluetooth, or biometric scanner, depending on what your system uses.

Why Vivint smart locks are an excellent choice for your home

Vivint’s Kwikset smart locks work seamlessly with other components within your smart home ecosystem. You can set a rule to switch the lights on automatically any time the door is opened, or configure a whole-home scene with many automations. To illustrate, you can arm your system, dim lights, secure your door, and even adjust your thermostat simultaneously when you go to bed. And you know what else? Your locks and all your smart home components are completely accessible from the convenience of the Vivint app.

You’ll always be aware of who’s coming and going as Vivint systems track smart lock codes. You can also set as many as 50 distinct access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Texarkana smart home security

Would you enjoy unlocking or locking your door remotely and designing custom actions that activate your smart locks and other devices at the same time? It’s possible with Vivint. Call (870) 544-4225 to learn more about our systems and let us help you design your own Texarkana smart home.