Are keypad door locks safe?

You like the idea of ditching your old house keys and moving to a modern smart locking system, but you’re worried about safety. Are keypad door locks truly safer than the old locks they’re replacing? The easy reply is yes. But before adding one to your Milwaukee smart home, there are several things you should think about.

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

The inherent problem with traditional locks is having to rely on a key. Keys are often lost and easy to copy, which leads to disaster if they fall into the wrong hands. In addition, older locks are simpler to pick, bump, and force. Modern smart locks eliminate the need for a key altogether. The models that offer a backup keyed system frequently use a more secure type of cylinder, making them resistant to common break-in methods.

Are there any risks with keypad door locks?

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

• Unauthorized code entry: Codes need to be kept confidential. It’s also a good idea to update them regularly and steer clear of easy-to-guess codes like “1234.” If you want to give somebody one-time-only access, you can create a code and then remove it once it’s no longer needed.
  
  
• Hacking: System breaches are always a risk to electronic devices bridged to your smart home. Mitigate the risk by updating apps, firmware, and passwords often. Incorporate two-factor identification if possible.
  
  
• Technical issues: Issues can pop up due to a battery failure, software bug, or WiFi disconnection. However, vital local features like the keypad still work if your WiFi is down, but you may lose app functionality. Models with backup keyed systems can give you another way in.

Do smart locks still function during a power outage?

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

Why Vivint smart locks are an excellent choice for your home

Vivint’s Kwikset smart locks work smoothly with other components within your smart home ecosystem. You can set a rule to switch the lights on when the door is unlocked, or establish a full-fledged scene with many automations. For instance, you might turn lights off, secure your door, arm your system, and even adjust your thermostat simultaneously when you go to bed. And you know what else? Your locks and all your smart home devices are fully accessible in the palm of your hand with the Vivint app.

You’ll always know who’s coming and going as Vivint systems keep track of smart lock codes. You can also create up to 50 distinct access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Milwaukee home security

Would you like to lock and unlock your door remotely and integrate custom actions that engage your smart locks and other devices at the same time? It’s doable with Vivint. Contact (414) 409-5889 to find out more about our systems and start designing your own Milwaukee smart home.