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March 01, 2022

How To Control Your Milwaukee Home Security With Your Cell Phone

Nowadays, a home security system goes beyond alarms and sensors. Your property’s protection might now involve CO detectors, smart lighting, and a range of home automation devices. To control all of these elements you can make use of your touchscreen hub when you are on site. If you’re away, you may control your Milwaukee home security with a phone.

Fortunately, ADT’s mobile security application makes remote access and scheduling a breeze.

Getting Started With ADT Control

The first step to controlling your Milwaukee home security system with your cell phone is by getting ADT Control for your Android or Apple phone. After it’s installed, your ADT representative can guide you through the initial set-up. After you’ve established your username and password details, you may log on using various smartphones and other mobile devices. To arm your system, tap the shield icon. You are able to access all components from your phone, including smart lights and locks, surveillance systems, and sensors.

Control Your Devices From Wherever You Are

A home security app on your cell phone allows you to control devices throughout your home with the effortless touch of your finger. Did you remember to engage the front door lock when leaving for the day? Simply open your ADT mobile app. You can set your alarm, check camera footage, turn lights on or off, increase or decrease your HVAC, by using the right icon inside the app. Then receive automatic notifications on your mobile device in the event any of your security devices are triggered.

Get A Better View

By controlling your Milwaukee home security system with your phone, you have a real-time view of your property when cameras are operating. Peruse live video from any connected camera right from your mobile device, and save shorter segments or still images, and access more extensive segments as you wish. If guests arrive at your door – the mail carrier, an Amazon or Grubhub driver, or a relative -- take advantage of the bi-directional audio feature to talk with them.

Get the Most Out of Your System With Schedules And Geofencing

When you go to the main menu, you will find several modern features. Use scheduling your comfort levels, sensors, smart lighting, and more by creating a customized scene. Here, you may designate how devices interact together, and when you would like them to turn on or off. Create a nighttime scene that turns off your common-area smart bulbs, activates the outside entrance light, turns down the thermostat, and activates your overall security alarm. Next, you can set a wake-up scene that reverts the settings when you need to rise and shine.

If you’re looking for to go even more high-tech, you can turn on geo-services from your security app or touchscreen hub. You can now have your residence secure itself by operating locks, shutting off the smart lights, and turning on your security system when you leave the driveway. When you arrive following a long day’s work, your home will come to life by automatically raising the garage door and turning off your security system.

Reap The Benefits Of ADT Control In Milwaukee By Speaking With Our Security Experts

Now you’re able to walk out your front door with confidence knowing your home is [[safer|more secure|better protected] than ever before. All you have to do is reach out to (414) 376-0805 or fill in the form below and a skilled security professional will guide you toward the right home security system for your property -- bolstered by the incredible ADT Control app.