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At Schlage, our commitment to securing communities around the world just got a little more local!

 

In celebration of the National Neighborhood Watch's 40th Anniversary, we have teamed up with Neighborhood Watch groups around the nation to supply over 400 Alarmed Locks across 40 U.S. cities to help keep neighborhoods safe. You can read the full press release here.

 

While we're both extremely excited and honored to be working with a prestigious group like Neighborhood Watch, we're even more excited about helping real people in real communities feel safer in their homes with the Alarmed Lock. Because of the 3 unique alert modes (Forced Entry, Tamper and Activity), homeowners are able to know exactly what type of activity is going on at their door while it's happening. And the best part -- no extra fees!

 

 

It's testimonials like Shirley's and partnerships with well-respected organizations like Neighborhood Watch that inspire us to continue engineering the strongest, highest quality and most innovative locks to help protect families and their homes.

For more information on the Lock with Built-in Alarm, please visit alarm.schlage.com. 

And for more information on Neighborhood Watch, please visit usaonwatch.org.

 

Laura W.

Social Media Brand Marketing

Schedule your Scenes Based on the Sunrise or Sunset time of your Home with Nexia Home Intelligence!

Earlier this year at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), we demonstrated our initial concept for sunrise and sunset scheduling. Based on feedback we received from subscribers, we have made enhancements to this feature to provide you with the best experience possible. We are confident that you will really enjoy this new Nexia feature and find an immediate benefit!

Get Started with Sunrise and Sunset Scheduling!

•	Login to your Nexia™ Home Intelligence online portal.
•	Click on the Scenes/Schedule tab.
•	Create a Scene that you want to schedule based on sunrise or sunset scheduling. If you already have an existing Scene that you want to use, then you can skip this step.
•	Click on the Schedules tab.
•	Select the Scene you want to trigger from the dropdown menu.
•	Select the Sunrise/Sunset schedule method.
•	Select either Sunrise or Sunset from the dropdown menu.
•	Select the time you want the schedule to run either before or after Sunrise/Sunset.
•	Select Save.

 

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Stephanie C.

Connected Home Subscriber Excellence

After the professional service I received in replacing outside french-door handles that tarnished and pitted I had the contractor who was doing a remodel for me replace all of my door handles and locks with new Schlage handles and lock. A total of 17 ( 3 external and 14 internal) in late 2010 and early 2011. Like some of the new lock features and will be taking a look at them.

Barbara K.
Longwood, FL
 

We help protect your home and family every day with our high quality home security products like door locks, deadbolts and home automation. Today though, we want to talk about protecting the environment, the home that we all live in.

Earth Day is one of those rare times that cause people to stop for a moment and reflect on the impact their actions have against the environment. It reenergizes community cleanups, recycling efforts and education initiatives amongst other ‘green’ activities in neighborhoods across the world. While these achievements in environmental awareness and community mobilization are both important and beneficial, they often last for only a day, a week or a month if lucky. For this reason, we must treat every day as it is Earth Day. We must stress the importance small actions can have on the larger picture. And ultimately we must commit to healthy and sustainable habits that are good for our bodies and planet.

And lucky for us, it’s not hard to do! Here are a few easy habits to get you started from our friends at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):

• Save Energy. Unplug (not turn off, but unplug) appliances. Even when appliances are plugged in in an off-power mode they are consume electricity, energy and dollars. This can be easily done if you use a power strip; that way you only have to unplug one cord instead of multiple. Or invest in products that help you manage your energy use like Nexia Home Intelligence.
• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. This is an easy one. Reduce by purchasing long-lasting products rather than disposable ones (like water bottles for example). Reuse items instead of throwing them away (good examples in Wardrobe Reuse Makeover blog article). And recycle. You can recycle everything from paper products to electronics these days – no excuses!
• Shop greenly. When shopping look for items that are locally made, use recycled packaging or promote energy efficiency. Or better yet, buy used items! That can be fun itself!

Again, it doesn’t matter how small these things seem. When incorporated over time into your lifestyle habits, they make a real difference. They not only impact your home and your environment, but your children’s as well. From one human being to another, I dare you to look at these Earth Day photos from NASA and tell me this place we call home isn’t the most phenomenal and truly majestic place you’ve ever seen. And I double dare you to pick 1 simple lifestyle change, even if that’s just turning off the lights when you’re not in the room, and commit to it. Commit to doing it for yourself, for your home and for your future.

Don’t forget to enter our Your House Your VISION Giveaway where we are helping you go green by giving away $10 ‘it pays to be green’ giftcard daily and a grand prize Nexia Home Intelligence home automation package complete with installation! Like us on Facebook to get started!

 

Laura W.

Social Media Brand Marketing

 

The Schlage Lock with Built-in Alarm is a fantastic idea. I have an alarm system on my house, but wanted the opportunity to know when someone was trying the front door when I was working in the back yard without setting the main alarm. This is perfect! I also like knowing when someone is coming in the back door when I am in my office. These are well made locks and I lookforward to many years of protection from these locks. The first door lock was given to me as a part of the 40th anniversary promotion teamed up with Neighborhood Watch. I have been a crimewatch chairperson for over 10 years and this is the best new lock that I have seen.

Thank you for sharing such great technology.

 

Shirley S.

Dallas, TX

Holy electricity!

Did you know our nation could power nearly 243,000 homes for a month with just 60 minutes of our computer consumption! The infographic below found on cleantechnica.com depicts the amount of energy 4 of the most popular home appliances and electronics consume in an hour on a national level and what that energy could be used to power.

It's really pretty astonishing to think of the impact these appliances collectively have on our energy supply and national consumption. I'm the first to admit that when people talk about 'going green' and 'making a difference,' I am a bit skeptical. I question if my decision to unplug my phone charger when not in use, or my recent vow to recycle all cans really makes a difference. To me, this infographic is inspiring. It confirms that even the smallest actions, like unplugging a device for just 60 minutes, can and do make an impact at a broader scale. 

So in addition to turning off appliances, unplugging electronics when not in use and choosing to open the windows instead of kicking on the air conditioning, another easy and manageable energy-saving action is to use Nexia Home Intelligence to monitor and control your thermostat from anywhere using your smart phone, tablet or PC. How does this work, you ask? It's easy. You can use it several ways, but the most common ways of using it to manage your energy are the following:

- When you're away from home (like at work or on vacation) check on your home's temperature and adjust if necessary to ensure you're not spending your hard earned dollars on heating or cooling your home when no one is there.

- You can also turn off your heating or cooling completely when you're away, then upon your return open the app on your phone and set the thermostat to the desired temperature. This way you still have the comfort of a properly heated or cooled home, but none of the wasted cost while away.

Check out the infographic below to see how much energy your appliances are consuming! And remember that even that smallest actions can make an impact -- imagine the impact that we could make if everyone in the nation unplugged 1 device for 1 hour each day. Who's up to the challenge?

Don't forget to tell us what you're doing to save energy on Facebook at facebook.com/nexiahome.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

- Laura W.

Social Media Brand Marketing

Well, folks! It's true! Winter has come and it has (fortunately) gone! That's right -- It's time to put away the de-icer, space heaters and snow shovels until next year. Now, don't get too excited...it's not quite time for maxing and relaxing. With Spring comes plenty of new home improvement project opportunities.

One of the most common warm weather projects focuses on the outdoors. Building a deck and manicuring the backyard are often at the top of the list. Let's face it, who wouldn't want to work on an outdoor project on a gorgeous weekend after being couped up all winter?

You're in luck! Home Improvement expert Danny Lipford helps kick off the Spring season with a step by step tutorial just for First Time Homeowners. In this episode of Danny Lipford's First Time Homeowner series, he walks you through building a backyard deck, the best way to secure your back patio door and landscaping the yard with plants and limestone gravel.

Be sure to check your local listings to tune in to Danny Lipford's First Time Homeowner series each weekend. And keep an eye out for your favorite Schlage door hardware! We have partnered with Danny Lipford on a number of home security projects, including the most recent episode where he uses the new alarmed lock to secure the back door to his patio.

 

Tell us on Facebook! What type of Spring home improvement projects are you working on?

 

- Laura W.

Social Media Brand Marketing

If you've ever wondered how to increase the signal strength of your Nexia Home Intelligence, then you're in luck! Today's tip is all about making that signal between your devices and router stronger, so you can have worry-free access on the go.

Your Nexia Home Intelligence system communicates using Z-Wave^® technology. If you have a large home or your devices are spread out over great distances, a repeater can be used to fill gaps in signal strength and enhance your network. A repeater is a device such as the Schlage Home Appliance Module that not only receives a Z-Wave signal, but also re-transmits the signal in order to strengthen your network!

 

 

I work for the county government now and have worked in city positions also. I came to know the Schlage product this way, because all keys to offices and buildings were Schlage, prior to that, Kwikset was a product that I knew and was familiar with (although Kwikset, in my opinion, is inferior to Schlage).

I only use Schlage for entry doors at my personal residence and my properties. Recently one of my entry door sets broke and initially I was really surprised that this product would break, so I kept thinking maybe I was doing something wrong or the problem was just temporary with the knob. A couple of days later when I concluded that the knob was broken I went to Home Depot and bought a replacement. My son asked me wasn't there a lifetime warranty and I said "no" but after purchasing the knob I read on the packing that indeed there was a lifetime warranty on the knob(this maybe is another reason I started buying Schlage products.) I had thrown the knob away, but unknown to me my son retrieved it from the trash --- after I found out about warranty I just knew that I would have to send the product back, ect. but the process has been simple.

Even without this incident---I was always going to buy Schlage, now this just solidifies my confidence in Schlage even more.

Ms. Marguerite
Georgia
 

Very satisfied with the level of service I had with lock issues.One issue was a finish problem that was promptly addressed and the same experience with failed internal part.

John P.
Peabody,  MA
 

We purchased locks & deadbolts after a recent remodel project. They were easy to install, fit the decor perfectly, performed as designed, etc.

Two months later, one deadbolt failed internally. I contacted Schlage and had a replacement is a few days!

This is the kind of customer service all companies should strive for, but only a few achieve!

Thanks Schlage, for great products and wonderful service after the sale!!!

 

Fred B.
Scotts Mills, OR


 

Forget The Wizard of Oz notion that "twisters" only happen in Kansas. Tornados have been reported in every state. And while they generally occur during spring and summer, they can happen anytime during the year. With winds swirling at 200 miles an hour or more, a tornado can destroy just about anything in its path.

 

Plan and get ready:

Pick a safety spot in your home where family members could gather during a tornado. (If you have a basement, make it your safety spot.) Make sure there are no windows or glass doors in the area. Keep this place uncluttered. If you live in a mobile home, choose another safety spot in a sturdy, nearby building.

 

Stay tuned for storm warnings:

Listen to your local radio and TV stations for updated storm information

Know what a tornado WATCH and WARNING means

A tornado WATCH means a tornado is possible in your area.

A tornado WARNING means a tornado has been sighted and may be headed for your area.

Go to safety immediately.

Tornado WATCHES and WARNINGS are issued by the county or parish.

When a tornado WATCH is issued

Listen to local radio and TV stations for further updates.

 

Be alert to changing weather conditions:

Blowing debris or the sound of an approaching tornado may alert you.

Many people say it sounds like a freight train.

 

When a tornado WARNING is issued:

If you are inside, go to the safe place you picked to protect yourself from glass and other flying objects.

The tornado may be approaching your area.

If you are outside, hurry to the basement of a nearby sturdy building or lie flat in a ditch or low-lying area.

If you are in a car or mobile home, get out immediately and head for safety (as above).

 

After the tornado passes:

Watch out for fallen power lines and do not venture into the damaged area.

Listen to the radio for information and instructions.

Use a flashlight to inspect your home for damage (avoid using candles or matches)

 

Matt C.

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

 

Saving energy is a major concern for many folks these days. Whether you are fed up with a steep utility bill every month, or you genuinely care about reducing your energy consumption, there are measures you can take save energy. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, typically, 43% of your utility bill is consumed by your heating and cooling systems. Check out some easy heating and cooling energy saving tips from the U.S. Department of Energy:

 

Heating and Cooling Tips

• Set your thermostat as low as is comfortable in the winter and as high as is comfortable in the summer.
• Clean or replace filters on furnaces once a month or as needed.
• Clean warm-air registers, baseboard heaters, and radiators as needed; make sure they're not blocked by furniture, carpeting, or drapes.
• Bleed trapped air from hot-water radiators once or twice a season; if in doubt about how to perform this task, call a professional.
• Place heat-resistant radiator reflectors between exterior walls and the radiators.
• Turn off kitchen, bath, and other exhaust fans within 20 minutes after you are done cooking or bathing; when replacing exhaust fans, consider installing high-efficiency, low-noise models.
• During the heating season, keep the draperies and shades on your south-facing windows open during the day to allow the sunlight to enter your home and closed at night to reduce the chill you may feel from cold windows.
• During the cooling season, keep the window coverings closed during the day to prevent solar gain.

Looking for more energy saving tips? Visit nexiahome.com to learn how Nexia Home Intelligence can help you increase your energy efficiency and save money on your utilities bill.

 

- Omri E.

Connected Home Solutions Marketing

I have been using a Schlage Electronic Keypad Door Lock for several years and have enjoyed the flexibility it gives me, as well as the fact that it allows me to give separate entry codes to most of my family members that live close.

Being a single person it's good that they have a way to get in to the house if they're in the neighborhood, or to check in on me if necessary.

Wayne B.
Rochester, MN

Are you making the most out of your Nexia Home Intelligence system?

Try setting up a scene to maximize the functionality of your devices and get take advantage of whole-home automation.

From your main dashboard, navigate to the “Scenes/Schedules” tab.

1. Click the “+Add Scene” button.
2. Name your scene, and select a trigger.
3. Select the action that you want to occur when the scene is triggered (i.e. garage light ON).
4. You can select multiple actions and also receive text/email alerts when the scene activates.
5.  Click the “Save Changes” button and your scene is set-up! 

A great use of scenes can be to turn on the lights, record video, and/or adjust the temperature on your thermostat when a particular code is entered into your lock. Another great use of scenes is to set up an “Away” scene that, when activated, turns off the lights in your home, locks the door, and adjusts the thermostat to an energy-efficient set-point. Take control of your home and make your life easier by setting up scenes!


Don't forget to 'Like' us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get the latest info!


- Omri E.
Connected Home Marketing

"Bring green home."

That's what Sara Gutterman, CEO of Green Builder Media, wants to help families accomplish with the VISION House in INNOVENTIONS at Disney's Epcot®. The VISION House is a green exhibit in INNOVENTIONS in the heart of Epcot® that focuses on sustainability and teaches visitors how even the slightest of changes can greatly impact the environment in a positive way.

The VISION House will showcase green-living products that promote energy-effeciency, whole home automation, water conservation, security, indoor environmental quality, multi-generational design and durability. "By showcasing these advanced green products and demonstrating a wide spectrum of cost-effective, sustainable choices, the VISION House in INNOVENTIONS will provide homeowners with real solutions for contemporary green living," states Green Builder Media's Mark Johnson.

A few of the cost-effective green products that will be featured in the VISION House are Schlage decorative collections door hardware and electronic keypad locks, Trane Comfortlink II thermostat control, and Nexia Home Intelligence to connect all the products to provide whole-home automation. These products were chosen not just because of their high quality, but because of their energy-efficiency benefits and affordability.

And while the VISION House is still under construction at Epcot, Green Builder Media brings you a sneak peek at what's going on and what you can expect to see at grand opening on Earth Day 2012.

Want more info on VISION House? Get the official Green Builder Media press release here: Green Builder Media Announces Exciting New Product Developments at the VISION House in INNOVENTIONS at Epcot



Laura W.
Social Media Brand Marketing

Nexia Home Intelligence helps a teen cope with morning challenges via some cool technology 

 

Let’s face it: some of us love the mornings, and others would rather those perky people simply pipe down.

 

For some, those mornings are a real, physical struggle, where waking up is not easy. No doubt there’s plenty of research on this topic, and admittedly, this is not a scientific claim as much as it is quick account of something that’s working for one of our customers.

 

The short of it: use a Schlage light module from Nexia Home Intelligence, attached to a lamp in your bedroom, and slowly turn on the light. Move from 25%, to 50%, to 75% to full light over the course of an hour, say in increments of every 20 minutes. It may help pull a deep sleeper out of their snores and enable them to more easily face the “perky people.”

 

Here is what one customer has to say about it:

“The light module is a huge help for my son, who struggles waking in the morning. Through a scheduled scene with our Nexia home automation, every Monday-Friday, the approach of gradually bringing a light to full power in his bedroom has made a huge difference. And on the weekends, if our schedules allow for a different cadence, we can adjust that lamp in his room on-demand. I do it from my iPad that’s usually tucked away on my nightstand. It’s simply terrific.”

-Doug M., Nexia customer

Isn't it funny how the little things sometimes make the biggest difference in your home?

Whether it's a fresh coat of paint, rearranging the furniture or installing stunning new door hardware these small, but impactful changes, undoubtedly make people take notice and give you a new perspective on your home. With the new year in full swing, I'm sure you have lots of 'little things' to tackle just like Joey and Lana from Making a House a Home.

One of the little things on Joey and Lana's to-do list was fixing their side door. Joey and Lana from Making a House a Home show you how replacing old unreliable door hardware with new high-quality Schlage keypad lock makes a difference in both aesthetics and security.

Joey walks through a complete installation of the Schlage Keypad Lever and rates it just above a 1 on a scale of 1-10 of installation difficulty, with 1 being easy and 10 being difficult. With no complicated wiring it's an easy DIY installation.

Check out the complete transformation of Joey and Lana's side door with their new Schlage keypad lever lock! What do you think?





















Don't forget to share your Schlage transformation story with us on our Unlock Schlage Blog!


- Laura W.
Social Media Brand Marketing

The team here at Schlage, Trane and Nexia Home Intelligence are proud to bring home The Real Geeks 2012 CES Best of Show Award for Connected Home Technology!


How did we get this award anyway? The team at TRG visited thousands of booths at CES and chose to award those companies and products that kept them talking. The TRG team was impressed with what Schlage, Trane and Nexia Home Intelligence could do for the consumer now. Because the home automation technology exhibited at CES is currently in use by thousands of subscribers and available through major retailers, it makes the futuristic smart home less futuristic and more realistic... and very cool.


BEST CONNECTED HOME TECHNOLOGY – Schlage Nexia Home:  The connected home is no longer science fiction, and the wide offering of products in the connected home category at CES 2012 is proof that the future is now. The Schlage Nexia team amazed us with a demonstration of what is possible now with their interactive home technology, and also shared with us some of what it planned for the future...[Read more about Nexia and other Best of Show Awards here]


Visit Nexia Home Intelligence online and on Facebook to learn more!


Laura W.
Social Media Brand Marketing

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- Laura W.
Social Media Brand Marketing