Are double-keyed deadbolts legal? Are they safer? More secure? Great questions. First, let's define a double-keyed deadbolt. It's a deadbolt that locks from the inside and the outside with a key. This ...

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The SwitchBot lock effectively turns any lock into a smart lock with a minimum of fuss, and inexpensive accessories make it an even better value. Installing a smart lock isn’t for everybody. Whether ...

Installing high-quality deadbolts and door locks on all your home's exterior door entry points is an essential first line of defense in deterring intruders. While no lock is ever 100 percent ...

In 2017, there were an estimated 1.4 million burglaries across the nation. More than half of these burglaries occurred through forced-entry to the property. Front door locks are one of a homeowner’s ...

A woman who died after a fire inside her Fort Washington, Maryland, home was found holding the key to her indoor deadbolt, prompting fire officials to warn residents about the locks they say likely ...

For some people, securing their residence can mean having a very large, very vocal dog on patrol. For others, it can mean a firearm. But for the majority, it means throwing a deadbolt on an entry door ...

Security concerns for homeowners can be complex. So with that in mind, David Lowell, director of training and certification for the Association of Locksmiths of America, offers a few tips on what to ...

Deadbolts are a pretty good theft deterrent. For some people, securing their residence can mean having a very large, very vocal dog on patrol. For others, it can mean a firearm. But for the majority, ...