top 5 home security tips for 2023 in ireland

Did you know that there is a home security threat that happens every 4 sec’s—no matter where you work or live every one is at risk of a break-in. Let's take a  look at some numbers. A Break in can happen in an average of 4.7 seconds • A car break-in can happen every 41.99 seconds. Another home security problem is package theft from the rise in home deliveries. But a few simple home security tips can help you safeguard what matters most. 

In this guide, we cover five ways you can use smart security to protect your own home from real threats, help prevent crime and give you peace of mind. Keep reading to learn more.

Tip 1 

Cameras outdoors can help to deter intruders and help identify them if it does happen. No home security system is complete without outdoor cameras. And with the modern age of technology, it gives us the chance to make sure your home security system is equipped with all the necessary features like a wide field of view, customizable surveillance zones, and high-powered IR night vision, therefore cameras are great at deterring crime usually most standard security cameras only record, the Gokonnect HDR Outdoor camera, and our AI smart doorbell camera doesn't just record crime it prevents it! Using artificial intelligence, the camera detects real threats. •using light and sound-detecting technology alerts intruders often scaring them off. • It uses live technology and stores the recordings so you will always have peace of mind about your home. With home security technology, you’ll only get notified if there is a real threat. the cameras also have a talking feature meaning your safety is prioritized, and you can remain in a safe space while alerting the intruder 

Tip 2 

Using your doorbell as a means of home security is a very smart thing to do. The front food can be a very easy way for intruders to enter your home. Also with the increase in deliveries in this day and age, it leaves opportunities for porch pirates, because of this these pesky package snatchers are at an all-time high. using your doorbell to keep you, your packages, and your home safe is a great solution! A smart doorbell camera will send you a notification when someone arrives at your home and allows you to speak with visitors without opening your door. Light and sound feature alert anyone dropping a package off and also those who try to pinch your packages from your own door! •The use of a wide field view ensures you can see everyone tall and small and also be able to keep an eye on the precious packages on your doorstep. •A great accessory of the smart home doorbell is that you can talk to visitors through the two-talk feature. you can also tailor your smart home doorbell to have it focus on specific spots or your whole door area. 

Tip 3 

Use indoor Home security cameras. Forced entry is the main way that robbers enter a home. Despite your windows and doors being locked, unfortunately, intruders still attempt to enter. To fully make sure your home is secured to the best it can be the use of indoor cameras and sensors are vital. Protect every entry point. At GoKonnect, we professionally install your home security system including door, window, and motion sensors to make sure your home’s entry points are covered, protected, and safe. Critically placed sensors work with your home security system to sound an alarm when triggered, notifying you if: • Doors or windows are tampered with for possible entry. • An entry point was made, for example, a broken window. • unusual activity is detected inside your home. For optimum home security protection, we would recommend placing cameras and sensors near key entry points e.g. windows and doors—they'll alert you to any suspicious movement. For example, our GoKonnect indoor camera starts recording as soon as movement is detected allowing you to look back at any moment. You’ll be able to see when something unexpected happens in your home so you can take action, from near and far.

Tip 4 

Another home security application you can use in your home is smart lighting. The main aim of any intruder is not to get caught, therefore try to avoid a well-lit home. so by you investing in outdoor lighting you can protect your home and ensure you always safe and protected. When considering smart lights you should: •Consider motion sensor lights as they activate when anyone moves around your property ensuring you can always keep an eye on what's going on. • to always create the impression that someone is home, think about leaving some lights on. •you can also make life easier for yourself, with smart home technology you can set lights to come on once it gets dark. Using lights strategically to secure your home is easier when you can control them from anywhere you are and at any time. just choose when you want your lights to come on and at the touch of a button using your phone, they are on!  

Tip 5 

Simply, use a smart home security system. Statistically, homes without a home security system get broken into 10 times more than a home with a home security system. So don't be one of those homes and protect yourself by investing in your home and your safety. The most reliable way to protect your home is with a good quality connected smart home security system Research shows that 83%7 of perpetrators look to see if a home has a security system. With a GoKonnect full system, all of our products work together on one platform to ensure ultimate safety and detour intruders from your beloved home. 

We provide complete home protection you control from anywhere using the GoKonnect app and your phone. We use all our great home security features to combine the ultimate security system allowing you to relax. Simply installing a security system with a GoKonnect branded sign indicating your residence is protected, a burglar is less likely to target your home.