Security is an important topic for homeowners as the need to protect family and valuables increases with each new report of burglaries and other thefts occurring even in the safest of neighborhoods. New technologies such a video recording and Internet-connected cameras and doorbells are just some of the ways protections are being offered today. In addition to high tech, there is one way to keep your home safe – the locks on your front door.
The front door to your home is the most common entry point for guests – invited and uninvited – so it makes sense that you should spend some time checking, maintaining and replacing the locks on these doors for peace of mind.
Here are some of the ways you can improve front door security.
Get New Locks
Even if your home as never been broken into and you have no reason to think there is a threat for burglary, it’s a good idea to replace your locks after many years of use. Being safe is important and even normal wear and tear from the constant opening and closing can take a toll on the performance and functionality of the parts that make the lock work. You could leave one day and the door could swing wide open. It’s about preventing accidents proactively even if you’re not worried about burglars.
Upgrade Hardware
Even if the door on your home is in great condition and the locks are fairly new, they night be builder’s grade and standard. Knowing there is something better fit to deter thieves – something made of more durable materials and that requires special techniques to remove, makes it understandable that upgrading the hardware is the best bet for your sanity.
Add a Storm Door
Adding another layer of protection to keep burglars away is possible simply through the addition of a storm door. While protecting the door from the elements and improve energy usage, it’s also giving potential thieves a challenge. With its own lock, these doors will take time to attempt to enter and that’s before they can even try to get through the actual door. That extra time it takes is enough to deter them from even attempting to gain unauthorized access.
All American Locksmiths is your ally in protecting your home from intruders and feeling secure about the locks keeping you safe. Our professional locksmith services are ready any time of day to assist with your lock needs in Connecticut and Westchester County.
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