First off, what makes a thermostat smart? A smart thermostat connects to your HVAC system and the internet, is controllable by an app—be it on your smartphone, tablet, or desktop—and can modify the building temperature without requiring you to tell the thermostat to change. Connecting your smart thermostat to your commercial security system packs an even bigger punch.

Read the rest of this blog for reasons why you should connect your smart Wi-Fi thermostat to the commercial security system in your Amelia Island, FL business.

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A home security system features multiple components, from alarms to cameras, and locks to sensors. There are plenty of ways that your system works to protect you. And when you integrate all the different features with a single, smart system, you can get even more out of them. Among the fastest-growing voices in smart home technology is Amazon, whose Alexa voice-control platform has been one of the most significant advances in the field in recent memory. With the release of Guard, a new smart security feature, Amazon wants to protect your home. But is the new system a worthy addition to your security features? Find out below.

 

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The chilly winter air is just hitting Jacksonville, and with it comes a lot of changes to our day to day lives -- at least for the next few months.

Holiday decorations are going up, packages are arriving at your door, and the kids will spend a lot more time at home due to winter break.

And while we love spending as much time with the family as possible, it’s not always easy to do it. If you’re working this winter and the kids are home alone, you’ll likely be especially concerned over their safety.

And that means you’re in the right place! In this blog, we’ll explore how a smart home alarm system can help keep your family safe, and other intelligent tips that go beyond smart technology.

Ready to learn more? Keep reading!

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For a long time, it was taken for granted that voice control and security don’t go together. After all, voice control is a relatively new technology – what’s to keep the bad guys from simply saying “Alexa, disarm the alarms?”

But, of course, technology keeps changing. And there’s no stopping voice control upgrades to any part of your home technology, including your smart security system.

Maybe that’s why the Alexa platform has recently made its boldest steps yet into the home security market. Will this be a game changer? Find out by reading below!

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If you’ve ever tried to pursue a creative endeavor, you know how hard it is to start. In the back of your mind, you know you want to get it right the first time – and if you strike out early, it can deplete your enthusiasm.

But you can only achieve a great work of art if you have the tools to do it; tools based on experience and skill level.

Thankfully, installing a home security system in your Jacksonville property is a little easier – especially when you have Alarm.com and an expert installer in your corner!

In this blog, we’ll explore some of the essential elements of building a robust, effective home security system. Ready to learn how? Keep reading.

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