HOW TO BUILD A HOME THAT’S SMART & SECURE

These days, people want their new homes to come with smart home technology. However, sometimes builders aren’t sure what direction to go when it comes to today’s technology. Is pre-wiring the way to go, letting the customers choose equipment and systems? Should they install specific smart thermostats and door-locks? What kind of hub or control systems should they use? With so many smart home options available, these questions and many others often leave builders unsure of the best route for their customers.

This is where Alpha Dog can help! As experts in home technology, we help builders and homebuyers in St Augustine FL simplify smart technology choices by choosing a solution from our smart home security packages. Read on to learn more about how Alpha Dogs AVS and D.R. Horton make smarter home security easy.

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THE WRONG WAY VS THE RIGHT WAY TO BUILD A SMART HOME

Some people think if you have a set of smart devices, you’ll have a brilliant smart home. You can employ a variety of excellent smart devices like a Ring Doorbell, a Nest Thermostat, smart light bulbs, and smart Amazon Echo devices – but all that does not necessarily add up to a smart home. A homeowner who does this may have to contend with 5 different apps for control. Multiple app updates, incompatibilities,  and the inability to access all features of all these devices from one central point might cause frustration.

The right way to get a truly smart home is to have all those smart devices controlled in a secure ecosystem where everything works together.  So, instead of having several apps to learn and manage, you can integrate the devices in your St. Augustine home with one comprehensive, easy to use interface.

What is that solution? The platform  is Alarm.com, and the smart control panel is the Qolsys IQ2+ Panel. DR Horton and Alpha Dogs AVS have partnered to bring homeowners this integrated, tested system that takes the guesswork out of smart home security. The smart locks, video doorbells, and other devices will work together seamlessly in the Alarm.com system, with a simple touchscreen and app for easy management. And, if the homeowner wants additional security, then they can add more devices as well.

FEATURES FOR A SUCCESSFUL SMART & SECURE HOME

Here are the key elements and options for the integrated smart security system that works to keep you informed and safe, at home or away:

• Alarm.com – a single, comprehensive, powerful control app
• Qolsys IQ Panel 2 – all-In-one touchscreen system
• Motion Detectors – detect and report unwanted intrusion
• Smart Notifications – receive text alerts every time a door is left open and other alerts
• Alarm.com Smart Doorbell – hear, see, and speak to visitors.
• Smart Thermostat – save energy and stay comfortable
• Kwikset Smart Lock – one-touch entry, eKeys, and remote locking and unlocking
• Alarm.com 522 Indoor Smart Camera – complete coverage of your indoor spaces
• Alarm.com 836 Outdoor Camera- waterproof, weatherproof, dust-tight, and tamper-resistant smart camera

Alpha Dog AVS and D.R. Horton Home Security will bring you peace of mind with a streamlined, smarter security system for your St. Augustine FL home. Want to work with a reliable, local technology expert and America’s most trusted home builder? Give us a call at 1-904-ALPHA95 today!