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Smart home maintenance suggestions to keep your Logan system running properly

December 16, 2024
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Maintenance is essential to numerous parts of our lives. You work out to keep yourself in shape and take your automobile to the service shop so it operates properly. Your Logan smart home is no exception. Even though it needs less upkeep than your vehicle, you still must do some things to keep sensors and other equipment running as intended. It’s simple, and we’ll make it even more effortless with the following smart home maintenance suggestions.

Clean Devices Are Key To Reliable Function

Dust and dirt are threats to video camera lenses, sensors, and all sorts of electronics. How effectively do you believe your outdoor surveillance will identify trespassers if it’s obscured by cobwebs? Your smart home won’t appear so smart if it’s not working as expected. But you can help by completing these easy maintenance duties:

  • Keep your surveillance lenses clear by wiping them down periodically with a microfiber towel lightly dampened with glass cleaner. Don’t use paper towels that may scratch the lens, and never spray a fluid straight onto the camera.
  • Don’t let dust gather on sensitive electronics. If particles get inside the protective exterior, it can damage those sensitive electronics and prevent air from flowing. Even your command hub’s level, narrow top can accumulate dust.
  • When tidying up, do a short verification to ensure your components are attached securely and positioned correctly.

It’s easy to keep your smart home equipment spotless, but you can do some other things to maintain error-free functionality.

Perform a quick test of your Logan security system

Have you not received a smartphone notification in a while? Your system may be working great, and your house well protected, but it might also indicate something is malfunctioning. Why not find out by performing a short inspection of your components? Here are some suggestions:

  • Take on the role of an intruder and try to trigger your entry point sensors, motion sensors, or other devices you have. You can typically place your system into “test mode” to avoid contacting your monitoring team.
  • Access your home security mobile app and check the video stream. Determine if the images are clear and the camera is pointing where it is supposed to be.
  • If you have automation configured, verify it. Did the smart thermostat update settings at the proper time? Did your lights flip on or off as expected?
  • Verify batteries are replaced routinely. Numerous systems will even alert you when they’re getting low.

Assessments can be completed infrequently or whenever you think a sensor is malfunctioning.

Is your system firmware up-to-date?

Those smart gadgets you have around your house don’t just operate on their own. These connected components have firmware installed, so they perform as expected. In many instances, the firmware will automatically update, but there may be exceptions. Perform the updates as soon as they’re released (your system should notify you) to prevent security or performance issues.

Get a reliable smart home in Logan from Vivint

Looking for a dependable, easy-to-maintain smart home in Logan? Speak to the home security specialists at Vivint. Featuring the best in home automation and surveillance, we have the right tools for your property. Call (562) 376-5457 today to get started.