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March 01, 2022

Tips To Control Your Detroit Home Security From Your Smartphone

In today’s world, a home security system goes beyond alarms and sensors. Your home defense can now involve integrated smoke detectors, smart lights, and a range of home automation devices. To manage all of these elements you are able to make use of your convenient touchscreen interface when you are home. Or, you have the ability to control your Detroit home security with a phone.

Fortunately, ADT’s mobile security application makes remote access and scheduling a simple process.

Taking the First Steps With ADT Control

To start controlling your Detroit home security system using your cell phone is through a download of the ADT Control app for your Apple or Android device. After it’s installed, your ADT representative can guide you through the proper settings. When you have established your unique credentials, you are able to enter it on various devices. When wanting to engage your home’s security, tap the icon in the shape of a shield. You also have the ability to access any connected equipment from your phone, including smart lights and locks, surveillance systems, and sensors.

Gain Remote Access From Wherever You Are

A home security app on your smartphone gives you the ability to control components throughout your home with the effortless touch of your finger. Did you remember to secure the front door on the way out? All you have to do is access the ADT Control App. You can set your alarm, view cameras, adjust the lights, increase or decrease the temperature, by hitting the correct icon within the app. You can even get instant alerts on your mobile device if any of your components detect an issue.

Improve Your View

If you control your Detroit home security system with your phone, you have an actual glimpse into your property if your surveillance is turned on. Explore live video from any connected camera right from your cell phone, and record short clips or a single image, and access longer segments as desired. In the event people stop at your house – the mail person, a salesman, or a friend -- just use the 2-way audio feature to give them instructions.

Go Advanced With Schedules And Geofencing

By using the central menu, you can explore a range of advanced options. Set schedules for your smart thermostat, door and window sensors, lighting, and whatever else you want by designing your own unique scene. In this area, you can designate how your components communicate together, and when you want them to turn on or off. Create a end-of-day scene that shuts down your downstairs smart bulbs, flips on the porch light, lowers the comfort levels, and arms your alarms. Then set a wake-up scene that reverts the settings when it’s time to rise and shine.

If you want to go even more high-tech, you could turn on geo-services from your security app or touchscreen hub. Now, you can have your residence “shut-down” by locking the doors, switching off the smart lights, and arming your alarms when you drive away. When you arrive from a long day’s work, your property will come alive by automatically raising the garage door and turning off your alarm.

Reap The Benefits Of ADT Control In Detroit With One Simple Phone Call

Finally, you can walk out your front door with certainty as you know your house is [[safer|more secure|better protected] than it has ever been before. Just call (313) 306-4352 or submit the form below and a one of our security specialists will guide you toward the right home security system for your unique needs -- complemented by the amazing functionality of ADT Control.