I Studied How Home Security Tech Can Help Track Pest Problems

The best kind of home security can handle multiple tasks at once (take a look at my Aqara P100 sensor review to see what I mean). That’s why I like to see security devices that can perform additional tasks beyond watching for break-ins. Sometimes that’s AI technology that alerts you to packages, and sometimes it’s sensors that can help fix your pest problem.

Sound too good to be true? I looked into how smart sensors can help headaches like an infestation, saving you time and helping you target pests with DIY methods or know exactly what to tell a pest control expert. Here’s how tech provides unexpected advantages in these situations.

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Can home security motion detectors detect cockroaches and other pests?

Yes. Most smart home motion sensors use PIR, or passive infrared technology,...

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