How to Prevent Package Theft in Three Easy Steps
Published on Tuesday, June 9th, 2020
Nowadays, you can get just about anything delivered to your door. When you are not home, how are you protecting your packages? According to Alarm.com, one in four US homeowners have experienced package theft: an unwelcome trend that shows no sign of stopping.
Using a modern home security system with a doorbell camera and smart lock, you can secure any package delivery in seconds, from wherever you are. Here is how you can prevent package theft in three quick steps.
Step #1: Verify Your Visitor
You'll know your package is here when the delivery driver rings your doorbell camera, triggering an alert on your smartphone. Open your Alarm.com app for a live video view of the driver, then tap the microphone button to say hello.
Step #2: Direct Your Delivery
Once you've spoken to the driver to verify themselves, ask them to leave the package inside and close the door afterward.
You can also direct them to leave your package in your garage.
Now, unlock your door from the same screen in your app. This action can disarm your security system, as well.
Step #3: Secure Your Door
Once the delivery driver places your package safely inside, use your app to lock up again. As a final touch, re-arm your security system, ensuring your home is protected for the rest of the day.
Preventing package theft is simple with AlarmSouth! If you already have smart home security, talk to one of our security experts about adding a doorbell camera or a smart lock. We make it easy to #ProtectWhatYouValue!