Are keypad door locks safe?

You love the idea of eliminating your old house keys and switching to a modern smart lock, but you have concerns about safety. Are keypad door locks really safer than the keyed locks they’re replacing? The easy response is yes. But before adding one to your Logan smart home, there are several things you should think about.

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

The inherent problem with traditional locks is the need for a key. Keys are frequently lost and simple to copy, which spells trouble if they fall to the wrong person. In addition, older door locks are simpler to bump, pick, and force. Modern smart locks remove the need for a key altogether. The ones that provide a backup keyed lock usually use a different type of cylinder, so they can’t be circumvented by traditional methods.

Are there any risks with keypad door locks?

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

• Unauthorized code use: Codes must be kept confidential. It’s also wise to update them regularly and avoid obvious codes like “1234.” If you have to give a person single-time access, you can set a code and then remove it once it’s been used.
  
  
• Hacking: Network breaches are always a risk to electronic devices connected to your smart home. Offset the risk by updating apps, firmware, and passwords often. Use two-factor identification whenever possible.
  
  
• Technical glitches: A battery failure, WiFi disconnection, or software bug can cause problems. Generally speaking, core local features like the keypad still work if your WiFi is down, but you could lose access to the smartphone app. Smart options with backup keyed systems can offer another way in.

Do smart locks still operate during power failures?

Yes, your smart lock should still function during a blackout as it runs on battery power, not your home’s electricity. You’ll still be able to use the keypad, fingerprint scanner, or Bluetooth, depending on what your system supports.

Why select Vivint smart locks for your Logan home?

Vivint’s smart locks work smoothly with other equipment within your smart home ecosystem. You can set a rule to switch the lights on automatically whenever the door is unlocked, or configure a complete scene with multiple automations. To illustrate, you can arm your system, dim lighting, secure your door, and even lower your thermostat at the same time when you call it a day. And you know the best part? Your locks and all your smart home devices are totally accessible in the palm of your hand with the Vivint app.

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

Vivint is the key to your Logan home security

Would you enjoy unlocking or locking your door remotely and designing custom actions that activate your smart locks and other components simultaneously? It’s doable with Vivint. Call (562) 376-5457 to learn more about our systems and let us help you design your own Logan smart home.