Best ways to protect your rental property in Sacramento

Irregardless of whether you sublet the family lake house or you run an assortment of Airbnbs, it can be difficult to protect your rental properties in Sacramento. Due to the continual flow of guests, it's not hard to forget about a key when someone leaves or realize that you’re without an expensive item. And what should you do when there’s a fire or flood at your rental unit while you're offsite?

From enhanced locks to completely automated home security packages, here are some top recommendations on how to protect your Airbnb in Sacramento. 

Eliminate those easy-to-lose keys when you use smart locks

When a renter moves on, they might return all keys for the following inhabitant. On the other hand, if they grabbed or secretly made copies of a key, it would be possible to re-enter at a later time. Needless to say, you have the option to switch out your locks after a key is lost, but that is not a timely or cost-effective solution.

You'll want to put in smart locks that function alongside your home security system to counter these concerns. Then, you can issue each renter their personal code number for entry. When your occupants check out, don't worry about a key dropoff. All you need to do is customize the door code to deactivate when they exit. If previous inhabitants return and try their old code on the keypad, you will be alerted with a message on your phone.

A smart security system makes empty properties look occupied

The goal is that your Sacramento rental property will be occupied, but that won’t always be the case. However, you always want to make it seem that people are present so your rental isn’t targeted by prowlers. Incorporating home automation into your property’s security allows you to use smart light bulbs, motion detection equipment, and security cameras that make your lodging seem inhabited.

Start by programming your smart lights to turn on at specific hours of the night. You will also want your cell phone app to warn you if your exterior cameras spot an intruder lurking in the shadows or coming to the front door. You have the opportunity to use the 2-way talk feature so they know they’re being watched or program your lights to automatically come on when a surveillance device or motion detection equipment identifies questionable movement.

Protect your Sacramento rental property with 24-hour monitoring

Your renters can sleep easy if they are safeguarded against burglars, particularly when Sacramento is unfamiliar territory. In the event a thief makes an effort to gain entry, your home alarm system will not only initiate the alarm siren but will also notify your 24-hour monitoring team. Now, no matter where you are, help will be on its way. Your monitoring agents will even act as your primary contact and loop you in as soon as you're able.

Along with break-ins, your monitoring center can be linked to fire alarms, water sensors, and carbon monoxide detectors. It would be understandably harrowing for your visitor if flooding occurs or a fire breaks out. You not only will get a cell phone update that a potentially dangerous event has happened, but an agent can also coordinate emergency services while you're en route.

Request your new home security system in Sacramento

The first step in protecting your Sacramento rental property is to get a state-of-the-art home security system. Thankfully, Vivint has popular choices like smart lights, smart locks, and 24/7 monitoring. Contact us today and our experienced team will personalize a package that’s ideal for your Airbnb or rental property. Dial (916) 914-8674 or complete the form to begin!