I tell every single one of my customers, if they want to have a secure front entry they must think about it as a complete system. You can have one of the best front doors for security, and a high security residential deadbolt. But for a complete, nearly impenetrable front Read more…
As anyone who rents an apartment or house knows, it is very difficult or even impossible to get your landlord to approve anything to be installed that might make you safer on their property. I know. I used to live in an apartment and then a rented house. And sometimes Read more…
For those of us without the means or desire to have a security system or renters who can’t install one. What I have found is there are ways around having to get a security system just to feel safe. The best window alarm sensors don’t cost as much as a Read more…
Your house is your sanctuary. This is where you feel at peace, where you can rest. The idea that someone can come in and invade your privacy and living space without your consent is disturbing. In addition, home invasions, someone breaking in while you’re home, are on the rise. So Read more…
When you are traveling or on vacation and staying in hotel or motel rooms security and being safe in your room is pretty important. Getting a portable travel door lock will increase your safety, they are easy to use and fairly inexpensive. Sometimes you could become a target for thieves Read more…
Do you have one of those residential security screen doors? The kind with that flimsy screen that is easily punctured and ripped? If you have one of these, chances are you are always having to fix the screen, either getting a screen door replacement or replacing the screen. I like Read more…
Exterior French doors and sliding glass patio doors are the most difficult exterior doors to secure. And it’s easy to see why – on French doors the weak point is where the 2 doors come together, on sliding glass doors the weak point is the standard hook type lock that Read more…
Unfortunately, the best doors for home security aren’t always the most aesthetically pleasing. People like their doors to look inviting by adding glass inserts, sidelights and decorative and stained glass. But the truth is the most secure front doors do not have windows or glass and should not have sidelights, Read more…
I don’t know how many times I have seen these types of locks on “best keyless front door locks” lists or comparing them to an electronic or keypad deadbolt. These are not deadbolts and they do not belong on a front door. These will not increase the security of an Read more…
For additional security some people will recommend or install a chain guard or a sliding bar lock and this is for a few reasons – they’re cheap, easy to install and allow for communication with your visitor. Don’t fall victim to this logic. They’re easily bypassed. If the Read more…