What is geofencing in Oakland and how can it be used with my security system?

In spite of all the incredible things the latest home security systems can do, there is still a human element present. While it’s true you can shut off your lights, lock your entrances, and even modify your comfort settings from your smartphone, you may still forget to do so. But what if you could have your home’s components immediately change settings simply in response to your location? You can do just that with geofencing.

Find out more about this advancement and how it works with your Oakland security system.

How does geofencing work?

Geofencing works by initiating a virtual geographic boundary around a specified location, such as your house. This border is frequently created through Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) or Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. You can enable geofencing through your home security mobile application. After establishing the virtual boundary, your system will determine your phone's location. Whenever that is done, your system can tell whether you are inside or outside the designated area. You are now able to set up what actions you want to take place when you come home or leave.

How to incorporate geofencing with your Oakland security system

You’ll find a range of possibilities when utilizing geofencing with your home security. Before implementing your system, find out exactly what you can set up. There is a an unmistakable security bonus as you can have your system automatically lock your front door, arm your system, and even bring down your garage door while you exit. On the contrary, when you return for the day, you can use geofencing to raise your garage door, unlock your main entry, or turn on lights.

You’ll be happy to have extra convenience and the opportunity for energy savings along with enhanced security. Just consider having the ability to alter your home’s temperature instantly based on your location. There’s no point in operating your A/C or furnace at full throttle when you’re at work or on vacation. Alternatively, you can set it to automatically change temperatures when you exit and then resume your normal settings as you return.

There are quite a few components you can control with geofencing, including:

• Smart thermostats
• Smart locks
• Smart lighting and plugs
• Garage doors
• Surveillance cameras
• Motion detectors

Looking for a geofencing alternative? Program schedules and automations

In addition to geofencing, modern security systems let you set up automated tasks and schedules. To illustrate, you might order your entrances to lock or exterior lights to activate at designated moments every evening. You could even have multiple actions occur at once when you’re ready for bed. Or you may program specific “If This, Then That” rules such as deactivating front door locks whenever a smoke detector is triggered.

Ask Vivint about home security geofencing in Oakland

Incorporate home security geofencing in Oakland by contacting the experts at Vivint. Our full-featured smart homes will take your safety and convenience to an exciting new level. Reach out today at (510) 281-3999 to begin customizing your system.