Is Z-Wave Compatible with ADT?

Yes, Z-Wave is compatible with ADT. Any alarm system will support Z-Wave home automation devices, as long as it has a Z-Wave controller. Some systems come with a Z-Wave controller that is already built-in, while others will need to have one added separately to support Z-Wave devices.

Z-Wave home automation is one of the most impressive features of an alarm system. Simply put, a Z-Wave device can be operated by having the system's Z-Wave controller send it a signal. This allows for wireless operation and control. Users can also set up rules and scenes for their Z-Wave devices. This will allow the Z-Wave devices to operate based on a set schedule or with certain system events. By doing this, a user can make their life more convenient, and they can save money on their energy bills. Some popular types of Z-Wave devices are lights, locks and thermostats.

Z-Wave is not proprietary to any monitoring company. Provided that the user has the proper equipment, they will be able to attain a setup with at least some type of Z-Wave control. Some systems allow for local Z-Wave control, and they will allow users to set up rules and scenes right from the panel. But other systems do not allow for local Z-Wave control, and all Z-Wave operation will need to be done from an interactive service like Total Connect 2.0 or Alarm.com.

Regardless, a user will want to have access to an interactive service platform if they want to get the most out of their Z-Wave devices. An interactive service platform is the only way to control Z-Wave devices remotely. This will allow users to operate their Z-Wave home automation devices from anywhere using the mobile app associated with the interactive service that they use. But to use an interactive service platform, a user will need to have an alarm monitoring plan that includes this feature.

With all of that in mind, a user can use Z-Wave with virtually any monitoring company. In fact, if their system allows for local Z-Wave control, they can use Z-Wave without any monitoring services. But if a user wants to gain access to an interactive service for remote Z-Wave control, then they will need to have an alarm monitoring plan that includes this type of feature. Alarm Grid offers monitoring plans that support this option. In fact, all of the Silver, Gold and Platinum level plans from Alarm Grid provide access to an interactive service for remote Z-Wave operation and control.