The holidays may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the time when so-called “porch pirates” come out of the woodwork to steal your holiday deliveries. These Grinches are destined for a lump of coal in their stockings, yet it’s your Christmas that will be ruined if they snag a gift meant for your spouse or child.

What’s the answer? An automated security system from BRAVAS Dallas. Today’s blog will walk Texas residents through all the ways a smart home security system can help keep potential thieves away from their Fort Worth home.

If you have a home automation system and some basic security features, you’re off to a great start. But did you know that just a few elements that you could quickly synch to your Fort Worth-area smart home security system could make a huge impact?

We’ve identified four such technologies that can change your lifestyle and reinforce your home security with one installation from BRAVAS Dallas. Keep reading to learn about some lesser-known smart home security features and how they can help you.

Smart technology offers a lot of possibilities for homeowners, from remote lighting and climate control to whole-home audio video. But the main reason people give their homes a smart technology upgrade is for security. A smart home security system combines different components like surveillance cameras, landscape lights, automated locks and sensors to create a secure perimeter around your home, giving you peace of mind that your family and property are always protected.

There are many DIY smart security options available, but if you want the best performance and maximum coverage, you want to work with a smart home security integrator like BRAVAS Dallas that understands how to design, install, and program comprehensive security systems here in Texas. Keep reading to learn about how we can fortify your Fort Worth-area property with a professionally installed smart home security system.

These days, there’s an app for everything. Using your smartphone, you can order groceries, keep track of finances, and even adjust the lights throughout your Texas home. It’s incredibly convenient to be able to get things done instantly via a device that fits in the palm of your hand, so why not gain that same level of convenience for your security and surveillance system? To explore how a mobile app can help make your Fort Worth area property even more secure, read on.

In 2015, U.S. homeowners experienced 1,579,527 burglaries, with an average loss of $2,316. The vast majority of these burglaries happen when the home is unoccupied, which makes the holidays a particularly lucrative time for thieves. If you’re planning on heading away from Texas to visit family or friends this holiday season, it’s a good time to evaluate how secure your home is. Before you pack your bags and head to DFW airport, consider these benefits of a smart security and surveillance system. 

Now that Daylight Saving Time has brought the setting sun one hour earlier each day, you may have noticed how dreary and dark your neighborhood looks. It won’t be long before Christmas lights add some holiday cheer, but come January, the houses will be back to dark and boring. Fortunately, there’s a way to combat the evening dreariness this winter season without resorting to tacky Christmas displays: landscape lighting. Keep reading to learn about the many benefits of adding a smart lighting control system to the outdoor areas of your Highland Park home.

Usually, when Dallas, Texas homeowners think about home lighting control, energy management comes to mind. And while smart lighting and shading is an excellent way to cut down on your energy bill, there are far more advantages that are worth thinking about, such as home security. Read on to learn how connecting your lights and shades to a Vacation scene can actually help keep your home safe.