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March 14, 2022

Tips To Control Your The Woodlands Home Security With Your Cell Phone

These days, a home security system has more features than alarms and sensors. Your property’s protection may include smart locks, flood sensors, and a whole host of home automation equipment. To command it all you are able to use your touchscreen hub when you are home. If you’re away, you may control your The Woodlands home security with a phone.

Fortunately, the ADT Control® home security app makes interacting with your devices easy to do.

Taking the First Steps With ADT Control

To begin controlling your The Woodlands home security system with your cell phone is through a download of the ADT security app for your Android or Apple phone. After it’s installed, your installer should walk you through the initial set-up. When you’ve established your unique details, you may enter it on various smartphones and other mobile devices. To arm your home’s security, tap the icon in the shape of a shield. You can also access every device from this convenient interface, including smart lights and locks, surveillance systems, and sensors.

Gain Remote Access From Anywhere

A home security app on your smartphone makes it easy to command components within your residence with a simple finger swipe. Did you remember to engage the front door lock on the way out? All you have to do is open ADT Control. You have the ability to arm your system, see live video feeds, turn lights on or off, turn up your HVAC, by touching the correct icon in your app. Then receive immediate updates on your mobile device in the event any of your connected security elements are triggered.

Keep Eyes On Your Property

If you control your The Woodlands home security system with your phone, you have a live glimpse into your property when cameras are active. Access live video from all your security cameras straight from your cell phone, and keep short video snapshots or still images, and watch longer recordings as you wish. In the event guests arrive at your door – the mail person, a salesman, or a friend -- take advantage of the 2-way audio capability to speak with them.

Get the Most Out of Your System With Custom Schedules and Geo-Services

By using the main menu, you can explore a range of advanced settings. Schedule your comfort levels, sensors, smart lighting, and more through the use of a customized scene. Here, you are able to program how your components communicate together, and when you would like them to activate or shut down. Make a bedtime scene that switches off the main living area smart bulbs, turns on the outside entrance light, lowers the comfort levels, and activates your alarms. Next, you can generate a wake-up scene that does the opposite when you need to get out of bed.

If you’re looking for to get more technical, you could allow geo-services from your security app or touchscreen hub. You can now have your home secure itself by locking the doors, shutting off the lights, and turning on your security alarm when you depart for work. Then when you pull in from your long day on the job, your house will spring to action by automatically opening the garage and disarming your security system.

Take Advantage Of ADT Control In The Woodlands With One Simple Phone Call

Finally, you can leave your property with peace of mind knowing your residence is [[safer|more secure|better protected] than ever before. Simply dial (281) 595-9526 or submit the form below and a security rep will help you build the perfect home security system for you -- complemented by the amazing functionality of ADT Control.