Are keypad door locks safe?

You love the idea of ditching house keys and upgrading 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 quick response is yes. But before adding one to your Riverside smart home, there are some things you should think about.

Why smart locks are a better choice for your Riverside home

The biggest downside of traditional locks is the requirement of a key. Keys are frequently misplaced and simple to copy, which spells trouble if they fall into the wrong hands. In addition, older locks are simpler to force, pick, and bump. Modern smart locks remove the need for a key altogether. The models that provide a backup keyed system typically use a more secure kind of cylinder, so they can’t be bypassed by traditional methods.

Are there any concerns with keypad door locks?

Even though they’re generally safer than standard locking systems, keypad door locks do carry some risks, like the following:

• Unauthorized code use: Codes need to be kept confidential. It’s also wise to change them periodically and steer clear of obvious codes like “1234.” If you need to give someone one-time-only access, you can set a code and then remove it once it’s been used.
  
  
• Hacking: Cyber intrusions are always a risk to electronic devices bridged to your smart home. Offset the risk by updating firmware, apps, and passwords regularly. Integrate two-factor identification whenever possible.
  
  
• Technical glitches: A WiFi disconnection, software bug, or battery failure can create problems. Generally speaking, vital local features like a PIN code still work even if your WiFi is offline, but you could lose app functionality. Models with backup keyed locks can provide you with another way in.

Do smart locks still work during power failures?

Yes, your smart lock should still operate during an outage as it runs on battery power, not your home electricity. You can still use the keypad, Bluetooth, or fingerprint scanner, according to what your system uses.

Why pick Vivint smart locks for your Riverside home?

Vivint’s smart locks work smoothly with other devices in your smart home. You can turn the lights on whenever the door is opened, or configure a whole-home scene with many automations. To illustrate, you can dim lighting, lock your door, arm your system, and even lower your thermostat simultaneously when you go to bed. And you know what else? Your locks and all your smart home components are fully accessible from the convenience of the Vivint app.

You’ll always get insights into who’s coming and going as Vivint systems monitor the use of smart lock codes. You can also assign as many as 50 distinct access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Riverside home security

Would you enjoy locking or unlocking your door remotely and establishing custom actions that operate your smart locks and other components all at once? It’s doable with Vivint. Contact (951) 477-3741 to find out more about our systems and start designing your own Riverside smart home.