Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
It’s no secret ADT has protected families for over 150 years, but you might question if this celebrated name in home security can offer the modern convenience of voice activation. The answer is an absolute yes! ADT does work with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s quite a bit you can accomplish. See what’s possible and find suggestions for adding voice control into your comprehensive home security system.
What Can You Do With Voice Commands In Your Wausau Home?
Now that you’re aware you can control your ADT alarm system with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, you’re probably thinking about what you can do. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Switch smart lights on or off
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you’ve got your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a simple way to turn on lights or change the temperature, just speak a command. It’s convenient and allows you to engage your system without picking up your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Use These Spoken Commands To Control Your ADT Components
A simple verbal command is all it takes to control your integrated ADT devices. Keep in mind, if you give a command to a specific device, like your front door lock or bedroom light, you’ll need to use the name you previously assigned to the device.
Here are some commands you can use with Google Home:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn on the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 2 degrees.
Amazon Alexa works about the same, but needs slightly different phrasing. Here a few common ones:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn off the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 60%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 70 degrees.
You can also use voice commands to ask questions. You may want to check if a door is locked or the current temperature setting. Just speak a command like, “Hey Google, what is the temperature of the thermostat?” and you’ll hear an answer.
Are There Limits To What Spoken Commands Can Do?
Smart speaker integration comes with some restrictions. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by speaking instructions. You also must provide a PIN when performing certain actions, such as disarming your home’s security system or unlocking a door.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Wausau Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few steps no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll follow these steps:
- Go to the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, head to Devices or press the Add (+) icon and choose Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, press the menu, then select Skills & Games.
- Search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Sign in with your ADT username and password and follow the provided instructions
Discover more comprehensive instructions by visiting the ADT help center:
Experience Smarter, Safer Living With ADT Alarm Systems In Wausau
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. Your local authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you design your new ADT alarm system in Wausau. Phone (715) 256-7915 or complete our form to get started.