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March 01, 2022

Ways To Control Your Gaithersburg Home Security Using Your Phone

Nowadays, a home security system has more features than keypads and alarms. Security can include CO detectors, smart lighting, and a wide array of home automation components. To control everything you are able to make use of your central command touchscreen when you are home. Or, you have the ability to control your Gaithersburg home security with a phone.

Thankfully, the ADT Control® home security app makes interacting with your devices a simple process.

How To Get Started With ADT Control

The first step to controlling your Gaithersburg home security system using your cell phone is by getting the ADT Control app for your mobile device. After it’s installed, your installer should walk you through the basic configuration. After you have decided on your log-in details, you are able to log on using other phones or tablets. When wanting to engage your system, touch the easy-to-identify shield. You are able to access every device from your phone, including cameras, sensors, and home automation components.

Gain Remote Access From Any Location

A home security app on your smartphone allows you to manage integrated equipment within your residence with an easy tap of your finger. Forgot to lock the door when you left? Just open the ADT Control App. You are able to activate your overall home security, view cameras, adjust the lights, increase or decrease the thermostat, by hitting the right icon in your app. You will stay connected with instant alerts on your mobile device in the event any of your components detect an issue.

Get A Better View

When you control your Gaithersburg home security system with your phone, you can enjoy a real-time glimpse into your property when cameras are operating. Peruse live views from all your security cameras right from your cell phone, and save short video snapshots or still images, and watch more extensive segments as desired. If people arrive at your door – the postal worker, a delivery driver, or a family member -- take advantage of the 2-way audio feature to speak with them.

Get the Most Out of Your System With Schedules And Geofencing

When you go to the primary menu, you will enjoy access to several high-tech settings. Set schedules for your comfort levels, sensors, smart lighting, and anything else you like through the use of a custom scene. By using this feature, you are able to program how devices communicate together, and when you would like them to turn on or off. Set a end-of-day scene that switches off your main living area smart lighting, flips on the exterior entry light, reduces the thermostat, and engages your alarms. Next, you can generate a morning scene that does the opposite when you need to get your household going.

If you want to go even more high-tech, you could activate geo-services from your security app or touchscreen hub. By doing so, you can have your home “shut-down” by activating locks, shutting off the lighting, and arming your security system when you leave the driveway. When you arrive after your long day on the job, your home will come alive by automatically raising the garage door and disengaging your security system.

Take Advantage Of ADT Control In Gaithersburg With One Simple Phone Call

Now you’re able to walk out your front door with peace of mind knowing your residence is [[safer|more secure|better protected] than it’s ever been. Simply dial (301) 278-8866 or fill in the form below and a security rep will assist you in designing the perfect home security system for your property -- bolstered by the incredible ADT Control app.