It makes your heart sink when you hear of a burglary. You might heave a sigh of relief that it wasn’t your house that was burgled. But. You can’t breathe easy.
There is a question you should ask yourselves first – is your home safe enough that you can sleep peacefully without a constant fear of the unknown?
In the old days, we had security guards. We still do have security guards. But technology has evolved in the home safety space. Fortunately, there are many gadgets that can enhance the level of safety for you and your family. Here is a list of gadgets that can increase a sense of security while you’re home or away.
Video doorbell
Watch and talk to the person who is at the door thus keeping the unwanted visitors out. Using video doorbells, you can ensure that you can properly screen and verify those who enter your house. There are many kinds of doorbells available on the market these days at prices to suit any budget.
CCTV camera
A CCTV camera can be your watchman and keep you aware of what is happening inside and outside your house whether you are at home or away.
Most cameras now come with motion sensors, 180-degree rotation, fish-eye view and can stream live video to your mobile phone over the Internet.
Dummy camera
Fake it till you make it! Thieves and burglars are wary of the being seen and caught on a camera. Therefore, they target places where they are sure of the absence of surveillance devices. A camera, even if it’s a fake one but looks real, is a good preventive measure to keep the people with malicious intentions away.
Smart lock
Thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), there are several smart locks that offer a great combination of safety and convenience. They can be opened using an e-key, using Bluetooth (if connected via an authorised device), or a standard key, offering great convenience, even if you are away because e-keys can be shared. Smart locks can also send alerts instantaneously when there is a malicious attempt to open or break the lock.
Patio door security bar
Patio door security bars are a simple yet very effective means to limit intrusion attempts from outside the house. Mostly, these sliding patio doors have weaker locks or glass panels. A patio door bar can provide the required reinforcement to the lock and ensure that the door cannot be opened from the outside.
Fire and carbon monoxide detector
It’s not just burglars you need to fear. You would need to safeguard your house from hazards like fire, gas, and electricity. There are many detectors available that can send you alerts on your smartphone, which can be very useful if you are away from home or fast asleep in your bedroom.
Window alarms
Sometimes it’s easier to break into houses through windows because they usually don’t have locks, unlike doors. This is why, instead of a lock, a window alarm is the most suitable option that can detect and alert you of an intrusion and break-in attempt.
Smart Wifi router
Smart routers can be very useful in detecting when your children come home and can be combined with other smart home products. Also, it has built-in security features to offer protection against spyware, malware, and attempts to intrude into your Wi-Fi network.
Baby surveillance monitors
Keeping your infants and toddler safe is the top priority of a new parent. Whether they are with a nanny or a babysitter, or alone in a room while you’re in the kitchen or the living room, you can keep a close watch with a baby surveillance monitor.
Car GPS locator
A car GPS locator device is a small device that can send you the location of your car.
Gadgets like these help. But in the end, the best security measure is to remain cautious and watchful of any activities around your house. When it comes to safety, it is always better to be proactive and prepared than reactive.
