New Year Deals Bring More Deliveries and More Risk

All those packages at the front door in the run-up to the Holidays don’t stop on December 26th. With after-holiday online sales, gift card redemptions, and the inevitable returns, your porch will stay just as busy as the New Year kicks off. It’s important for you to stay vigilant of package theft even as the holiday season subsides. 

A smart security system is a practical, long-term solution to safeguard your doorstep deliveries without having to be on high alert 24/7. We’ll walk you through the features that make protecting even the most high-risk packages a breeze. You get all the excitement of new goodies without the stress.  

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Porch Piracy Isn’t Just a Holiday Problem

People know to be cautious during the holiday season when they expect a lot of packages, but they often grow lax as the new year begins. But opportunists know homes will still get frequent deliveries in January and February. And, they also know people are often traveling back to work or on vacation after the holiday rush. 

So, as you think of new upgrades for your Washington home, why not opt for one that offers greater peace of mind? Home security helps you deter porch pirates without having family members be on call 24/7 to pick up a package as soon as it arrives. 

How Security Systems Protect Your Deliveries

Our smart security systems are designed to proactively protect your home. In most cases, we’ll install a combination of video doorbells, motion-activated cameras, smart locks, and lighting to keep all your new purchases protected. Here’s how each of them plays their role. 

Video Doorbells

Video doorbells provide live and recorded video of front-door activity. From a mobile app, you’ll be able to see who’s at your front door and speak to them directly. If there is a theft, you have clear evidence to provide to the authorities. Plus, these have the added perk of being a simple physical deterrent as bad actors immediately know they’re being watched. 

Motion-Activated Cameras 

Since video doorbells have a limited reach, we also recommend adding motion-activated cameras. These use machine learning to detect suspicious activity (like someone repeatedly walking in front of your home looking for packages). You’ll then get instant alerts and be able to review footage on your phone. 

Smart Locks

Smart locks are a great way to avoid packages staying on your porch entirely. You can provide secure one-time access for in-home or garage deliveries. Either give a code to delivery personnel or open the door remotely from your phone. Your system includes a log of everyone who entered, along with visual confirmation. 

Smart Lighting

While not explicitly a security feature, smart lighting is a huge ally in fighting porch pirates. For one, you can program lights to turn on and off randomly to simulate occupancy. Also, incorporate motion sensors so lights turn on and shed a light on bad actors as soon as they approach your porch. You’ll likely scare them off while getting clearer security footage if needed. 

Your Smart Security System in Action 

Picture this: you’re out grabbing coffee when your phone buzzes. A motion alert shows someone approaching your porch. You check the live video feed and see the delivery driver. With a quick tap, you unlock the garage door, let them place the package inside, then lock it again. It’s secure, timestamped, and stress-free, all handled from your phone in under a minute.

Secure your deliveries with a system built for your home. Contact our team today to schedule a consultation on the smart security solutions best suited for your home.