Stay Out Of The House Padlock

[Gigí Ruais]

Ive been researching alot of the smart home locks and these look like they're going to be awesome as we'll be managing our property from afar (rental is in FL and we live in Chicago). Some of the ones that I'm considering:

Is it financially beneficial to host remotely? I ask because I see so many stories about hosts who do what you are planning on doing and its one horror story after the next. Will you have a co-host near the listing? I opted out of the remote lock because people just arent that techno-savvy while traveling and the price to install and upkeep was just too high. Its not the 90% of guests that do it perfectly that I worry about, but the 10% of guests that take up 90% of your time. There were too many unknowns and things that could go wrong with the remote lock. Instead I settled on a simple Schlage keyless entry lock which works fine, but its quirky. It'll lock automatically once the door is closed sometimes, but not all the times. Sometimes after the guest checks out I'll arrive to my place to find the door unlocked. Thankfully I'm down the street and I can check on it at anytime, but it scares me to think what if I was a remote host.

I know this thread is old but I have to chime in: A remote lock is a must for me as a remote host. I have alarm.com security and use a Z-wave compatible Weiser (Kwikset) Smart Code 10 lock (soon to be upgrading to the Wieser Obsidian keykess lock for added security as I've never used the key in 2.5 years of operating my Airbnb in Canada).

1) Every guest gets their own unique temporary code (last 4 digits of their phone number) which I program into the alarm.com online portal. It automatically expires when guest checks out as I input the check-in/check-out day/time

3) when the door is not locking it's becasue of a mechanical issue such as a lock jam. Usually, I need to adjust the adjustable striker plate (the door lever striker plate not the deadbolt striker plate) so it pulls the door closed tighter to the weather stripping to avoid lock jams. (This needs to be done seasonally when the temperature changes considerably from freezing to warmer temps and back).

Before I had the alarm.com automation/security I had to get my cleaners to change the codes manually which cost more time and money than my monthly monitoring/equipment costs with alarm.com (CAN$33). Manually changing the codes took 10-15 minutes after each guest.

I am looking for 3rd party software compatible with my IQ Panel 2 that will automatically input codes from my AIrbnb calendar bookings so I no longer have spend time doing it remotely. I may add a SmartThings Hub to my system just to be able to use the RBoy app that does this as stated by Madhura below.

Not sure if anyone is even following this thread but we have an admin code and we set a personal code per guest that is limited based on their stay. There have been times where they entered their personal code incorrectly, etc. We provide them with the admin code and they are in. Not really an issue. Its our guest house so we are close enough to not need wifi accessibility. Having a backdoor code works for use. Which is my point to those remote host. wifi access sounds like it will fail. Setup an admin code. Have it change if its been used by a guest.

I agree with your opinion on out of state hosts. I opted to finally build my ADU on my property. But I completely disagree with your take on smart locks. It's almost a must nowadays. I don't really understand the whole price to install and upkeep take. I bought my smart lock, which also has a physical key for $250 and installed it for free. It's much better than keep track of keys.

Look into kwikset 916. Sleek keypad that you can change code for each guest, plus provide dates and expiration times. It's a lifesaver. My code activates for guests at 3pm and expires at checkout. I get an alert every entry and exit (if I want) and I have it set to auto lock after 5 min. You'd be appalled at how many guests don't lock the door - even when they're home!

Hi Jess - thanks! Appreciate it. The thing I didn't like about the August was that you needed to purchase the keypad seperately and set it up, so if someone didn't use the app they would have to do this.

I'm also looking at those Kwikset locks. I liked the styling and it seemed easy to use. As far as guests not being able to use the app, don't all airbnb guests have to have a smart phone app anyway? I don't think I've had one who wouldn't be able to use a phone-activated lock.

I got a couple of ladies in their 70s with a flip phone. I also got an indian guy in his 40s who had trouble opening a lockbox althouth I gave him the code. I wouldnt trust a "smart" up that relies on a mechanism and no key. what if there's a power outage/no internet/hurricane whatever? In my mind there should always be a key besides the smart feature. just for backup and technologically challenged.

I wouldnt trust a "smart" up that relies on a mechanism and no key. what if there's a power outage/no internet/hurricane whatever? In my mind there should always be a key besides the smart feature. just for backup and technologically challenged.

Adi, smart locks work on battery power. It doesn't matter if there's a power outage/no internet or a hurricane. The smart lock will work! And if the battery goes dead a backup 9 volt battery will get you in (only with the code of course).

They tell you in advance if the battery is getting low too. I haven't needed a key in 2.5 years of using a smart lock (which also has a key port). The added security of not having a key port which can be picked/bumped is worth the peace of mind.

Imagine being able to double-check that your door is securely closed and locked, no matter where you are. Not sure when the kids or contractors entered your home?

With ShepLink, your Shepherd Lock stays connected to you wherever you go. Check the mobile app for instant peace of mind.

With Shepherd Lock, you and the people you share a virtual key with can touch your deadbolt to lock or unlock your door from the outside. Once inside, you can touch Shepherd Lock and your door will lock or unlock for you. No more digging for house keys or punching in pins or codes.

Shepherd Lock actively monitors your door and notifies you during lock tampering events, sounding an alarm to ward off burglars. Shepherd can freeze the deadbolt in the locked position, keeping intruders out of your home and giving you time to respond to the tampering event.

Shepherd Lock is compatible with single cylinder deadbolt locks, which is a standard deadbolt lock found on most residential doors within the USA. You do not have to replace your deadbolt in order to install and use Shepherd. Shepherd Lock attaches to the inside of your door in lieu of the thumb turn lever.

I do not think this is a communication problem, but rather the power saving settings in the lock itself. Interacting with it both through the Eufy Security app and my Google Home both claim it is offline. The moment I physically intreact with it, it pops back online.

I used a very old standard router(like 802.11g) as a 2.4g access point for the lock , it seems to stay online longer than my 802.11AC router, but still got offline after about 2 days. The good news is , after I updated the eufy app to the latest version . The problem seems gone . Btw , another setting I did was change the wifi channel to 6 in the router settings. I am not sure which thing did the trick.

Before the new App. out of desperation I connected our front door lock to a dedicated 2.4ghz channel (we have Google Nest Wifi mesh system throughout the house) and that seemed to improve the stability but maybe it was actually just because the lock was being used more frequently.

Same issue here after recent update, brand new out of the box, update and it started every few hours I have to disconnect from the power and back, come on I paid a lot of money, this issue is really frustrating

@Joddiieeee I've merged your post with the bug report for this issue. If you're willing, it would be helpful to share your save with the Sims Team. Please see the post immediately above yours for details.

Product: The Sims 4

Platform:PC

Which language are you playing the game in? English

How often does the bug occur? Every time (100%)

What is your current game version number? EP04: 1.assets.ml-ep04.333

What expansions, game packs, and stuff packs do you have installed? Horse Ranch, Vintage Glamour, Vampires, Toddler, Seasons, Perfect Patio, Parenthood, My First Pet, Laundry Day, Kids Room, Jungle Adventure, Island Living, Holiday Celebration, Get Together, Get To Work, Fitness, Discover University, Dine Out, Cottage Living, City Living, Cats and Dogs, Bouns Content

Steps: How can we find the bug ourselves? I made a pen with the horse ranch fence the big white one with the matching gate which has two doors that open in the middle. I put all of my goats and sheep in there and locked it for all goats and sheep and horses.

What happens when the bug occurs? The goats and sheep just walk right out.

What do you expect to see? The goats and sheep just walk right out of the pen.

Have you installed any customization with the game, e.g. Custom Content or Mods? Not now. I've removed them.

Did this issue appear after a specific patch or change you made to your system? Neutral/Not Sure

@Shelbeigh05 Try locking for all, then unlocking for your Sims and/or ranch hand. It seems like the "lock for" settings overwrite each other instead of layering - so if you locked for horses after locking for sheep & goats, that changed it to be only locked for horses, letting the other animals out.

Product: The Sims 4

Platform:PC

Which language are you playing the game in? Deutsch

How often does the bug occur? Every time (100%)

What is your current game version number? GP11:1.assets.beta-gp11.46

What expansions, game packs, and stuff packs do you have installed? All expansions, game pack: all except batuu and werwolfs, stuff packs: all except for moschino, Sets: landhauskche, hausputz, innenhof-oase, blhende Rume, maximalistischer Wohnstil, kleine Camper, wstenoase, badutensilien, leseecke,

Steps: How can we find the bug ourselves? I build a fence attached to my house an put Chicken, goat and sheep inside. Then put an door in a room that is on the fenced site of the house.

What happens when the bug occurs? I lock the door for all animals, but they keep coming into the house and i have to open buildmode to put then outside again.

What do you expect to see? Animals stay outside the house.

Have you installed any customization with the game, e.g. Custom Content or Mods? Never used.

Did this issue appear after a specific patch or change you made to your system? Neutral/Not Sure

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