4 Benefits of Home Automation

We live in a time where the world is at our fingertips. Great strides have been made in the last few years to make homes a little more technologically savvy. Homeowners can now run their homes remotely using a tablet or smartphone and that offers huge benefits. Here are 4 reasons you should consider automating your home.

1. Add safety through lighting and appliance control
   We have all had those moments where we can’t remember if we turned off the stove or not. What if you could control all your appliances, from the stove to the curling iron, with the touch of a button. You can also strategically control your lighting, an ability that offers a variety of benefits. Not only can you save on electricity since you can turn forgotten lights of remotely you can also turn on your lights at strategic times of the day to make it appear you are home. This is one way you can deter would-be burglars when you are away from home since they will assume someone is home and stay clear.


2. Secure your home with automated locks
   When you are away on holiday you need your friends and neighbours to be able to check on your home and pets. Instead of handing out keys which can be easily lost, stolen or copied you can now let your house and pet sitters in remotely. Combine automated locks with a security camera and you can remotely unlock your home for friends and family while keeping suspicious individuals out.


3. Increase your view with security cameras
   Security cameras are an important aspect of any home security system. Whether you are keeping an eye on the front door or making sure Fido is safe at home, having eyes on your home can increase your peace of mind. Visible security cameras are also an excellent deterrent against potential thieves, who want to avoid being caught on tape.


4. Adjust the temperature remotely
   Though you already know that you can save on your heating bill by turning down the heat when no one is home you also don’t want to come home to a freezing house. By adding a smart thermostat to your home you can adjust the temperature on your commute home so your house will be toasty warm when you arrive.

For more information about home automation or to request a quote call Frontline Security today at 403.291.9311 and visit frontlinesecurity.org.